Internship - Seeking Data Scientist Intern that prioritizes work/life balance (Masters/Ph.D.

candidates
encouraged)

Job Description:

We are looking to hire incredible Data Scientists interested in working with a US Startup. If you are truly
passionate about designing and building machine learning solutions using python, you’re looking for a
job where you can work from anywhere- and we mean anywhere and are excited about gaining
experience in a Startup, then this is the position for you. Be it your next vacation spot or a farm out in
the country, if you have working internet, you can work remotely from your chosen location. No long
commutes or rushing to in-person meetings. Ready to work hard and play harder? Let’s work together.

Requirements:

• Student in Statistics/Math, Computer Science, Finance/Economics, or related quantitative fields

(Ph.D. candidates encouraged to apply)
• Experience using ML libraries, such as Scikit-learn, caret, NLTK or spark MLlib
• Excellent Software skills (proficiency in Python - Data Science stack)
• Build statistical and ML models to evaluate the historical performance and define predictive and
prescriptive solutions
• Data Engineering experience/coursework and ability to integrate multiple data sources
• Knowledge of SQL and relational Databases
• Comfortable with UNIX Operating System
• Knowledge of Docker and Git
• Strong analytical, design, problem-solving, and troubleshooting/debugging skills
• Ability to work independently in a home office and doesn’t need hand holding
• Flexible schedule offered, but you will work evenings most days post your college (anywhere
between ~3-5 hours daily)

What You’ll Do, but not limited to:

• Under the general direction of senior researchers, conduct empirical research using public and
proprietary data
• Complete data preparation, data testing using Python (ETL), and a big part of day-to-day
function
• Utilize statistical techniques to help develop analytic insights, sound hypotheses, and informed
recommendations
• Conduct ad hoc quantitative analyses, modeling, or programming using Python and SQL
• Diagnosing and resolving issues in production
• Enhancing and developing all aspects of the company’s technology suite by collaborating with
development teams to determine application requirements
• Assessing and prioritizing client feature requests
Who you are:

• Highly Quantitative - your skills are the envy of all your friends
• Reliable, Independent, and able to wear multiple hats
• Honest - we hold transparency with high regard
• Team Player - likes collaborating and working as a team
• Communicative - Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Self-Starter - able to take ownership of projects and identify what needs to be done
• Builder - You are passionate about delivering better products/experiences to our customers and
have a deep sense of ownership for your work
• Experimental - You love trying new things, new tools, techniques and approaches even if you fail
sometimes

Nice to Have:

• Pursuing/Completed Ph.D./Masters in Finance, Economics or Business

• Have built quantitative models either in course work or in other internships is a plus
• Intellectually curious and eager to learn about Finance (Investments and Corporate Finance)
• Prior internship experience in Financial Services

Benefits You’ll Love:

• Remote First Company - 100% remote to work with your schedule

• Flexible Hours
• Competitive Stipend/Salary

Note:

• Zero-tolerance policy for plagiarism on screening test

• Please only submit your assignment via a GitHub link, any other forms of submission will be auto
rejected
• Please do not send LinkedIn Requests to Connect!