Data Operations Associate

@ AQR Capital Management

About AQR Capital Management

AQR Capital Management is a global investment firm merging financial theory with practical application. The firm delivers long-term results by isolating key factors and developing rigorously tested ideas.

Your Role as Data Operations Associate

You will be a key member of the Market Data team responsible for ensuring trial and production datasets are delivered quickly, efficiently, and reliably to internal stakeholders. Working with engineers, researchers, and business teams, you will onboard new data, conduct initial quality checks and analytics, and support data pipeline health.

• Develop understanding of AQR’s businesses and processes.
• Partner with Market Data Sourcing to onboard datasets.
• Run first-pass checks and basic analytics on datasets.
• Monitor and triage feed quality issues and schema changes.
• Coordinate with engineering teams and external vendors to resolve issues.

What You’ll Bring

2-5 years of relevant experience with a BA/BS degree. Proficiency in SQL, PostGres, and ETL processes is required. Familiarity with Python and scripting, strong problem-solving skills, meticulous attention to detail, and excellent written and verbal communication skills are essential. A disciplined approach to documentation and reporting is expected.

Compensation and Benefits

This role has a salary range of $130,000 to $150,000 with additional discretionary bonus and comprehensive benefits including paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, and 401(k).

Key Skills/Competency

Data Operations Associate, data onboarding, ETL, SQL, PostGres, Python, quality checks, data analytics, troubleshooting, documentation