Job Specifications
Position Summary
Two Sigma is a financial sciences company, combining data analysis, invention, and rigorous inquiry to help solve the toughest challenges in investment management, securities, private equity, and venture capital.
Our team of scientists, technologists, and academics looks beyond the traditional to develop creative solutions to some of the world’s most complex economic problems.
We’re seeking an experienced Machine Learning/AI Engineer who is passionate about bridging innovative research with production-level deployment. In this role, you will work closely with researchers, data teams, and platform engineers to transform innovative ideas into scalable, efficient, and robust production systems. You’ll have the opportunity to develop and refine ML workflows and drive best practices across the entire ML lifecycle—from initial prototyping to inference and support.
You Will Take On The Following Responsibilities
Collaborate with ML researchers to explore model architectures, training methodologies, and experimental objectives
Translate prototypes into reusable, maintainable, and production-ready code, ensuring research insights scale seamlessly into operation
Design, implement, and optimize fully automated training pipelines and evaluation workflows
Optimize models for production—improving efficiency through techniques like quantization, distillation, and intelligent batching
Continuously assess and fine-tune both research and production workflows, integrating user feedback and automated monitoring systems
Identify and implement opportunities for process improvements to reduce bottlenecks and improve overall modeler efficiency.
Stay ahead of industry trends and new technologies, incorporating sophisticated methodologies into production systems
Provide technical guidance and mentorship to peers, ensuring the team uses new tools and techniques that drive innovation
You Should Possess The Following Qualifications
BS in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related technical subject area
Minimum 1 year of experience required; 7-15 years of experience preferred
Strong software engineering skills using Python, version control, testing frameworks, and CI/CD practices
Ability to work across functions and influence technical strategy while balancing research innovation with operational excellence
A phenomenal teammate that can work efficiently with modeling and engineering partners
Experience with leading ML frameworks (e.g., PyTorch, TensorFlow, HuggingFace) and familiarity with model serving/deployment tools, distributed systems and data infrastructures
Experience with the following are preferred but not required:
Working with LLMs, multimodal models, or time-series forecasting
ML Ops platforms
Background in research or a proven understanding of ML theory
You Will Enjoy The Following Benefits
Core Benefits: Fully paid medical and dental insurance premiums for employees and dependents, competitive 401k match, employer-paid life & disability insurance
Perks: Onsite gyms with laundry service, wellness activities, casual dress, snacks, game rooms
Learning: Tuition reimbursement, conference and training sponsorship
Time Off: Generous vacation and unlimited sick days, competitive paid caregiver leaves
Hybrid Work Policy: Flexible in-office days with budget for home office setup
The base pay for this role will be between $165,000 and $300,000. This role may also be eligible for other forms of compensation and benefits, such as a discretionary bonus, health, dental and other wellness plans and 401(k) contributions. Discretionary bonus can be a significant portion of total compensation. Actual compensation for successful candidates will be carefully determined based on a number of factors, including their skills, qualifications and experience.
We are proud to be an equal opportunity workplace. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other applicable legally protected characteristics.
Two Sigma is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.
If you believe you need an accommodation, please visit our website for additional information.
About the Company
Two Sigma is a financial sciences company that combines advanced technology and data science with rigorous human inquiry to solve the toughest challenges in finance. Two Sigma aims to generate alpha for its clients and deliver differentiated solutions in investment management, securities, private equity, real estate, venture capital, portfolio analytics, and insurance. Founded in 2001 by David Siegel and John Overdeck, Two Sigma employs over ~1,700 curious minds, and is headquartered in New York with offices around the globe...
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