Machine Learning Researcher - PhD: 2026

Overview Susquehanna is expanding the Machine Learning group and seeking exceptional researchers to join our dynamic team. As a Machine Learning Researcher, you will apply advanced ML techniques to a wide range of forecasting challenges, including time series analysis, natural language understanding, and more. Your work will directly influence our trading strategies and decision-making processes. Overview Susquehanna is expanding the Machine Learning group and seeking exceptional researchers to join our dynamic team. As a Machine Learning Researcher, you will apply advanced ML techniques to a wide range of forecasting challenges, including time series analysis, natural language understanding, and more. Your work will directly influence our trading strategies and decision-making processes. This is a unique opportunity to work at the intersection of cutting-edge research and real-world impact, leveraging one of the highest-quality financial datasets in the industry. What You'll Do Conduct research and develop ML models to enhance trading strategies, with a focus on deep learning and scalable deployment Collaborate with researchers, developers, and traders to improve existing models and explore new algorithmic approaches Design and run experiments using the latest ML tools and frameworks Develop automation tools to streamline research and system development Apply rigorous scientific methods to extract signals from complex datasets and shape our understanding of market behavior Partner with engineering teams to implement and test models in production environments What We're Looking For We're looking for research scientists with a proven track record of applying deep learning to solve complex, high-impact problems. The ideal candidate will have a strong grasp of diverse machine learning techniques and a passion for experimenting with model architectures, feature engineering, and hyperparameter tuning to produce resilient and high-performing models. PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Mathematics, Physics, Statistics, or a related field Strong track record of applying ML in academic or industry settings, with 5+ years of experience building impactful deep learning systems A strong publication record in top-tier conferences such as NeurIPS, ICML, or ICLR Strong programming skills in Python and/or C++ Practical knowledge of ML libraries and frameworks, such as PyTorch or TensorFlow, especially in production environments Hands-on experience applying deep learning on time series data Strong foundation in mathematics, statistics, and algorithm design Excellent problem-solving skills with a creative, research-driven mindset Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively in team-oriented environments A passion for solving complex problems and a drive to innovate in a fast-paced, competitive environment Why Join Us? Collaborate with a world-class team of researchers, engineers, and traders Gain access to best-in-class financial data and high-performance computing resources Directly impact real-time trading performance through your work Thrive in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous environment with a global footprint Recruiting for this position will begin in July. The annual base pay range for this role is $300,000 + discretionary bonus + benefits. Susquehanna considers factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, work experience, education/training, key skills, as well as market and organizational considerations when extending an offer. Visa sponsorship is available for this position. If you're a recruiting agency and want to partner with us, please reach out to recruiting@ . Any resume or referral submitted in the absence of a signed agreement will not be eligible for an agency fee. 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