Two Sigma

Two Sigma Investments is a technology and finance firm that actively manages money across the world financial markets. The trading strategies we apply to various markets and asset classes are based on statistical models and utilize vast computational resources to identify, quantify and act on market opportunities while monitoring risk exposure. This systematic methodology gives us the opportunity to develop quantitative trading strategies based on the extensive industry insights of our employees using rigorous computational models and mathematical analysis.

Technology is an integral part of the trading strategies, corporate functions and life in general at Two Sigma. To us, technology is a profit center, not merely a cost item, and it continues to be a driving force behind our company structure. Each day, our staff works in small teams to develop and improve analytical and measurement tools for the financial markets, and we encourage collaboration - a structure that seems rare in the financial field. In fact, many have observed that we look and feel a lot like a software firm. Sounds good to us.

To learn more about Two Sigma, see our web site: http://www.twosigma.com

Job Description

Data Analyst - Two Sigma Houston

Salary Range $40,000-50,000 (+3 weeks vacation and benefits).

Data Analysts apply advanced analytic and computer skills to a variety of projects and tasks related to our global trading businesses. The position is for the Core Data group, which is responsible for bringing in and processing massive amounts of trade data for thousands of different tradable instruments (Stocks, Bonds, Futures Contracts, commodities, etc). These are very complex processes, involving manual and programmatic steps, research, and coordination with others.

A typical day might include:

Reading, understanding, running and troubleshooting Unix scripts or Java programs.

Using SQL to investigate issues in our SQL Server database.

Using Excel to investigate or report on issues.

Talking to other coworkers to understand what caused a problem, how to fix it, and how to keep it from happening again.

Using the internet or a Bloomberg terminal to investigate questionable financial data.

Updating or creating process documentation on our company WIKI.

Required skills:

Excellent communication skills (spoken and written)

Basic UNIX command-line skills

Basic Excel skills

Ability to read and follow instructions to work through a business process.

College degree required

Extra skills in order of value:

Unix shell scripting

SQL skills

Java programming

Crystal reports

Financial experience NOT required.

If you fit this profile and are interested in this position, please forward your resume to: jobs_HoustonM2@twosigma.com. Please include your GPA, and scores from one or more standardized tests SAT, ACT, GRE etc).