Point72

Point72

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Quantitative Developer

Posted Sep 3, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Chicago, Illinois, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
2+ years of experience developing research and trading infrastructure at a financial institution, or demonstrated excellent skills required for the role.
Education
Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science.

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Role Summary

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The Quantitative Developer will support a portfolio manager’s team focused on systematic credit and related asset classes. The role develops and maintains technology for strategy research and trading.

What You'll Do

  • Design and develop software for strategy research and trading.
  • Build and improve tools for data acquisition, processing, and visualization.
  • Work on the execution/order management system, live dashboards, and P&L reconciliation tools.
  • Manage the team’s CI/CD pipeline, job-running infrastructure, and other technology components.
  • Ensure systems are robust and efficient, and troubleshoot and correct issues.
  • Collaborate with the portfolio manager, quantitative researchers, and traders.

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Qualifications

Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science; 2+ years of experience developing research and trading infrastructure at a financial institution, or demonstrated excellent skills required for the role. Solid understanding of Linux OS, including system components, process management, and shell scripting; proficiency in Python, including object-oriented design, unit/reg testing, and conda environment management; knowledge of SQL, JavaScript, and Apache Airflow; strong communication skills; willingness to take ownership; commitment to high ethical standards.

Preferred

  • Prior experience with execution/order management systems, real-time data servers, and visualization is a plus.

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About Cubist:

Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources.

Role:

Quantitative Developer for a PM team focused on systematic credit and related asset classes. This is a unique opportunity to collaborate, learn, and lead technology projects with high business impact.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and develop software for strategy research and trading.
  • Build and improve tools for data acquisition, processing, and visualization.
  • Work on the execution/order management system, live dashboards, and P&L reconciliation tools.
  • Manage the team’s CI/CD pipeline, job running infrastructure, and other tech components.
  • Ensure robustness and efficiency of the team’s systems. Be ready to troubleshoot and correct any issues.
  • Collaborate with the portfolio manager, quant researchers, and traders.

Requirements:

  • Undergraduate or graduate degree in Computer Science.
  • 2+ years of experience developing research and trading infrastructure at a financial institution, or demonstrated excellent skills required for the role.
  • Prior experience with execution/order management systems, real-time data servers, and visualization is a plus.
  • Solid understanding of Linux OS—system components, process management, shell scripting.
  • Proficiency in Python, including in the object-oriented design, unit/reg testing, conda environment management.
  • Knowledge of SQL, JavaScript, Apache airflow.
  • Strong communication skills.
  • Willingness to take ownership of his/her work.
  • Commitment to the highest ethical standards.
Point72

About the company

Point72

Large Enterprise

Point72 is a global asset management firm that invests across various asset classes, primarily focusing on equity and credit markets. Founded by Steven A. Cohen in 2014, the firm leverages advanced data analytics and extensive research to drive investment decisions and deliver superior returns for its clients. With a commitment to collaboration, innovation, and professional development, Point72 cultivates a dynamic work environment where talented individuals can thrive in the fast-paced financial landscape. The company fosters a culture of integrity and accountability, aiming to contribute positively to the communities it serves.

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