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Data Quant Intern

QuantConnect

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Original Job Summary

Overview

QuantConnect is a radically open-source, algorithmic trading technology company empowering engineering and financial analysts worldwide. With over 60 public repositories and a global community of 400,000 engineers, the company processes billions in trading volumes and trillions of data points daily using its state-of-the-art LEAN platform.

Job Functions

  • Review data bug reports and fix existing datasets.
  • Monitor live feeds and daily processing logs for timely data delivery.
  • Develop technology to automate data processes.
  • Assess data reports to distinguish actual issues from normal market operations.
  • Onboard new datasets by reviewing vendor APIs and implementing QC C# classes.
  • Document new datasets and research historical price discontinuities.

How to Stand Out

Show initiative by linking concrete work results at the top of your cover letter:

  • Fork the QuantConnect Repository Data SDK Template and implement a LEAN dataset.
  • Fix an issue tagged 'good first issue' in the LEAN repo and mention your application.
  • Research an equities data issue and demonstrate your findings with code and news links.

Qualifications and Requirements

  • Degree in quantitative finance or strong market mechanics familiarity.
  • Proficiency in Python or C#.
  • Creative problem solving and strong written communication skills.
  • Attention to detail and market mechanics understanding.

Desirable Skills

  • Experience in investing or trading.
  • Familiarity with the algorithm API for strategy definition.
  • Experience with Git pull-request processes.

Benefits

Work in a creative, challenging environment with high autonomy. Enjoy collaboration with top quant and engineering minds and benefit from paid holidays and comprehensive US healthcare, dental, and life insurance.

Key Skills/Competency

  • Data Analysis
  • Python
  • C#
  • Algorithmic Trading
  • Open-source
  • Automation
  • Market Analysis
  • Data Engineering
  • Git
  • Documentation

How to Get Hired at QuantConnect

🎯 Tips for Getting Hired

  • Research QuantConnect's culture: Study their open-source mission and community impact.
  • Customize your resume: Highlight relevant Python, C#, and finance experience.
  • Show initiative: Provide links to real project contributions.
  • Prepare technical details: Emphasize data processing and automation skills.

📝 Interview Preparation Advice

Technical Preparation

Review Python and C# data processing libraries.
Practice solving data bug reports and logs.
Study automation and vendor API integration.
Brush up on algorithmic trading fundamentals.

Behavioral Questions

Describe a time solving data issues.
Explain your process for problem prioritization.
Share an example of team collaboration.
Discuss handling constructive feedback.