Lead AI Software Engineer

divh2Lead AI Software Engineer/h2pWorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform./ppWorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement./ppOur goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it./ph3The Role/h3pWe are building a software engineering team with a strong applied AI focus to drive WorldQuants success. As a Lead AI Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the direction of AI-driven solutions across the organization. You will lead efforts to design, and develop scalable AI products that solve real-world problems, while fostering collaboration across diverse teams. This role is ideal for a visionary technologist who thrives on innovation and is passionate about advancing AI adoption within a global organization./ph3Key Responsibilities/h3ulliAct as a thought leader and advocate for AI technologies, inspiring teams and stakeholders to embrace AI-driven solutions./liliArchitect and deliver scalable AI products that address complex, real-world challenges./liliPartner with cross-functional distributed teams to identify opportunities for AI integration and drive impactful solutions/liliWork closely with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and define requirements, ensuring alignment with business goals/liliStay at the forefront of AI advancements, particularly in the areas of large language models (LLMs), vector databases, and emerging technologies./liliGuide and mentor junior engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence./liliDrive projects to completion with a strong delivery mindset, that meet organizational needs./li/ulh3What Youll Bring/h3ulliStrong programming skills, preferably in Python, with a deep understanding of software engineering principles/liliExpertise in AI technologies, including language models, vector databases, and relevant data structures./liliWorking knowledge of databases and messaging technologies (e.g., SQL, Redis, Kafka) is a strong plus/liliExceptional analytical skills with a proven ability to solve complex problems/liliA strategic mindset to identify opportunities for AI-driven innovation across the organization/liliOutstanding communication skills in English, with the ability to articulate complex ideas to technical and non-technical audiences/liliA mature, thoughtful attitude with the ability to operate effectively in a collaborative, team-oriented culture/liliDeep understanding of AI technologies and their applications, with a strong interest in staying current with advancements in the field/liliA track record of driving AI adoption and delivering impactful solutions/liliA results-driven approach with a strong focus on execution and delivering high-quality outcomes/li/ulh3Our Benefits/h3pCore Benefits:/pulliFully paid medical and dental insurance for employees and dependents, flexible spending account, 401k, fully paid parental leave, generous PTO (paid time off) that consists of:/liullitwenty vacation days that are pro-rated based on the employees start date, at an accrual of 1.67 days per month, three personal days, and ten sick days./li/ulliPerks: Employee discounts for gym memberships, wellness activities, healthy snacks, casual dress code/liliTraining: learning and development courses, speakers, team-building off-site/liliEmployee resource groups/li/ulh3Pay Transparency/h3pWorldQuant is a total compensation organization where you will be eligible for a base salary, discretionary performance bonus, and benefits./ppTo provide greater transparency to candidates, we share base pay ranges for all US-based job postings regardless of state. We set standard base pay ranges for all roles based on job function and level, benchmarked against similar stage organizations. When finalizing an offer, we will take into consideration an individuals experience level and the qualifications they bring to the role to formulate a competitive total compensation package./ppThe Base Pay Range For This Position Is $150,000 $250,000 USD./ppBy submitting this application, you acknowledge and consent to terms of the WorldQuant Privacy Policy. The privacy policy offers an explanation of how and why your data will be collected, how it will be used and disclosed, how it will be retained and secured, and what legal rights are associated with that data (including the rights of access, correction, and deletion). The policy also describes legal and contractual limitations on these rights. The specific rights and obligations of individuals living and working in different areas may vary by jurisdiction./ppCopyright 2025 WorldQuant, LLC. All Rights Reserved. WorldQuant is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in hiring on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation or preference, age, marital status, citizenship, national origin, disability, military status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, or any other protected characteristic as established by applicable law./p/div