L/S Data Analyst

Job Description

Point72 is seeking a L/S Data Analyst to join their Long/Short Equity team. This role is crucial for supporting investment strategies through data analysis and collaboration with portfolio managers and research analysts. The Data Analyst will leverage various data sources and systems to drive innovation and inform investment decisions.

Responsibilities include:

• Analyzing data to influence idea generation and investment decisions.
• Designing and maintaining data products and predictive models.
• Exploring innovative approaches to extract meaningful information from complex datasets.
• Developing automated systems for real-time data analysis.
• Optimizing and scaling data infrastructure.
• Maintaining high-quality code and data pipelines.
• Staying updated on the latest technologies.
• Partnering with Compliance on data and system permissibility.

Requirements:

• Undergraduate degree or higher.
• Quantitative ability through relevant coursework or work experience.
• Experience with diverse data types.
• Strong understanding of statistical concepts.
• Strong coding skills (e.g., Python, R).
• Familiarity with version control systems.
• Strong data visualization skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate business questions into data-driven solutions.
• Team player with good communication skills.
• Intellectual curiosity and lifelong-learning mindset.
• Commitment to ethical standards.

Point72 offers:

• Fully-paid health care benefits
• Generous parental and family leave policies
• Volunteer opportunities
• Support for employee-led affinity groups
• Mental and physical wellness programs
• Tuition assistance
• A 401(k) savings program with an employer match