About the role#
This 12-14 week research internship at XTY Labs is designed for students pursuing advanced degrees who want to apply machine learning to financial data. You will work within a small, collaborative team to investigate novel methods and integrate them into trading strategies. The role provides access to extensive computational resources, including a large-scale GPU research cluster.
What you'll do#
- Devise original machine learning algorithms through independent research.
- Apply knowledge across deep learning, natural language processing, reinforcement learning, and time series analysis.
- Architect, build, and refine models, agents, and software prototypes.
- Communicate research findings and progress to the quantitative research team.
- Collaborate directly with experienced researchers in a flat organizational structure.
What you'll need#
- Currently pursuing an advanced degree, ideally a Ph.D., in computer science, electrical engineering, mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
- At least one year remaining before your expected graduation date.
- Strong evidence of ability to conduct original research, including a publication record in leading AI venues.
- Demonstrated experience with modern deep learning architectures, specifically transformers and their variants.
- Solid knowledge of fundamental data science, optimization, and statistics.
- Proficiency in programming.
- Experience with foundational models, large unstructured datasets, or time series forecasting is preferred.
Location & details#
- Location: New York, New York.
- Modality: Hybrid (minimum 4 days per week in the office).
- Term: Available for start dates from January 2027 through 2029.
- Status: Paid, full-time internship.
- Compensation: $35,000 per month plus a sign-on bonus for accommodation.
About XTX Markets
XTX Markets is a quantitative electronic market-maker based in London. Founded in 2015, the firm provides liquidity across equity, FX, fixed income, and commodity markets. It operates as a privately held company with between 51 and 200 employees. The organization maintains a non-hierarchical structure that focuses on technology and collaborative problem-solving.
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