Machine Learning PhD Intern Job at Optiver (Shanghai)

Job Description

As a Machine Learning Modelling Engineer, you’ll harness your understanding of AI and deep learning to generate impactful insights and drive innovative new strategies that have the potential to transform global financial markets. Your intellectual creativity won’t just be theoretical; you’ll get to turn your cutting-edge ideas into real-world solutions that contribute towards our trading success. You’ll join a team of experienced engineers, who will provide you with guidance and support throughout the program, enabling you to make an impact from the early stages of your Optiver career. By the end of the internship, you’ll have deepened your understanding of the quantitative trading industry. Plus, if you’ve excelled over the summer, you’ll receive an offer to return as Graduate Machine Learning Modelling Engineer.

Job Responsibility

Leverage AI and deep learning technologies to thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment
Collaborate closely with researchers and traders on new experiments, capabilities and data sources
Design and implement improvements to optimise researcher productivity and quality
Blend your own development expertise with the best open-source frameworks and tools
Utilise computing infrastructure to solve substantial challenges in computational and data scale
Drive experimental rigour through repeatable processes on assured data

Requirements

PhD students who are graduating in or after 2027
Studying a degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field, with a strong focus on machine learning or deep learning
Advanced understanding of neural networks and related machine learning technologies, with experience in implementing and training complex deep learning models
Proven experience with deep learning frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras, etc.
Deep understanding of the principles, theories and concepts underlying machine learning and deep learning technologies, including the design and implementation of neural networks
Strong programming skills in Python, familiar with data engineering tools and principles
Experience with GPUs and other hardware accelerators for deep learning
Excellent problem-solving skills, and the ability to work independently and in teams
Outstanding communication skills

What we offer

A highly competitive remuneration package
Optiver-covered flights and accommodation for the duration of the internship
The opportunity to work alongside best-in-class professionals
Training, mentorship and personal development opportunities
Gym membership, plus weekly in-house chair massages
Daily breakfast, lunch and in-house barista
Regular social events

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