IMC Trading
As a Machine Learning Researcher at IMC, your work will directly impact our global trading strategies. You will leverage your superior analytical, mathematical, and computing skills to improve existing models and develop new ones. We will empower you to discover your unique niche and excel, taking on responsibility and ownership from the start. Machine Learning Researchers work closely with Traders and Developers in an environment where problem solving, innovation and teamwork are recognized and rewarded.
Your Core Responsibilities:
Develop and evaluate machine learning models tailored to real trading environments
Apply rigorous statistical techniques to measure performance, control overfitting, and understand model risk and interpretability
Design models based upon trading ideas, implement and deploy these models into production
Maintain best practices to keep our systems logical and consistent
Your Skills and Experience:
Advanced degree such as a PhD in an applied technical field such as machine learning, computer science, computer engineering, physics, statistics or mathematics is preferred
Direct experience in applying deep learning, or alternatively an academic track record of publications in a related domain
Approaches data analysis with rigorous thought processes and strong intuition
Is a creative thinker who is driven and eager to solve challenging problems collaboratively
Proficiency in a programming language (Python, C, C++, etc) is highly desired
Ability to commence full-time employment in February or August 2026
The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.
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Your Core Responsibilities:
Develop and evaluate machine learning models tailored to real trading environments
Apply rigorous statistical techniques to measure performance, control overfitting, and understand model risk and interpretability
Design models based upon trading ideas, implement and deploy these models into production
Maintain best practices to keep our systems logical and consistent
Your Skills and Experience:
Advanced degree such as a PhD in an applied technical field such as machine learning, computer science, computer engineering, physics, statistics or mathematics is preferred
Direct experience in applying deep learning, or alternatively an academic track record of publications in a related domain
Approaches data analysis with rigorous thought processes and strong intuition
Is a creative thinker who is driven and eager to solve challenging problems collaboratively
Proficiency in a programming language (Python, C, C++, etc) is highly desired
Ability to commence full-time employment in February or August 2026
The Base Salary range for the role is included below. Base salary is only one component of total compensation; all full-time, permanent positions are eligible for a discretionary bonus and benefits, including paid leave and insurance. Please visit Benefits - US | IMC Trading for more comprehensive information.
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