Graduate Machine Learning Researcher - Chicago

About this role

IMC is seeking a Graduate Machine Learning Researcher to enhance its trading strategies through model development and evaluation. Applicants should possess strong analytical skills and a collaborative mindset as they work alongside Traders and Developers in a dynamic research environment.

What you'll do

• Develop and assess machine learning models for trading
• Use statistical methods to evaluate model performance
• Create models based on trading concepts and implement them
• Maintain logical consistency across systems

What they're looking for

• PhD in a relevant technical field preferred
• Experience with deep learning
• Strong analytical and intuitive data analysis skills
• Creative problem-solving abilities
• Proficiency in programming languages like Python or C++
• Availability for full-time work starting February or August 2027

Benefits

• Base salary of $300,000
• Discretionary bonus
• Paid leave
• Insurance
• [additional benefits unknown]

Likely interview questions

• Walk us through a machine learning project you've published or completed. How did you approach model validation and prevent overfitting?
• Describe your experience with deep learning. What architectures have you worked with, and how did you apply them to real-world problems?