Point72 Asset Management, L.P

About Cubist Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources. Job Description Cubist is seeking a small number of exceptionally talented, highly collaborative software developers to architect and build the cutting-edge technologies that power our research and trading. Your work will have immediate impact on the business, and on billions of dollars of daily trading. We do not require prior experience in finance, but we do require a passion for excellence. The Cubist Software Engineer Program will provide you with broad training in the financial industry expertise you need to know to make a successful engineering contribution. As part of the program you will rotate to at least three different trading teams or groups within the firm. During these rotations you will have exposure to systematic trading approaches across multiple asset classes, and you will have concrete technology deliverables. By the conclusion of the rotation, you will have touched the full life cycle of a trade - from market data and research, to order management and execution, and post-trade analysis. Subsequent to the rotation we will match your interests and aptitude with one of our trading teams in an effort to maximize the value for the business and to meet your long term career goals. Please note, this is a fulltime role, not an internship. Requirements Undergraduate or master's degree in computer science or engineering Experience in Python and C++ Experience working with Linux-based systems is preferred Understanding of systems programming (e.g. kernel development, compilers, embedded systems, networking, file systems, debuggers) Knowledge of Git, databases (e.g. MySQL), and web development frameworks is a plus Detail-oriented, and commitment towards building high quality software A clear, concise, and proactive communications style; no fear around asking questions Ability to accurately estimate project scope amidst uncertainty A strong track record of taking ownership of one's work, and of working both independently and within a small team Intellectual curiosity and passion Commitment to the highest ethical standards Do you have any open-source contributions? We'd love to hear about them. Please feel free to include a link with your application.

A Career with Point72's Technology Group As Point72 reimagines the future of investing, our Technology group is constantly improving our company's IT infrastructure, positioning us at the forefront of a rapidly evolving technology landscape. We're a team of experts experimenting, discovering new ways to harness the power of open-source solutions, and embracing enterprise agile methodology. We encourage professional development to ensure you bring innovative ideas to our products while satisfying your own intellectual curiosity. Our Global Information Security team's mission is to ensure the development, implementation, and management of a comprehensive program that effectively protects the confidentiality, integrity, and availability of Point72 information assets. Our team is comprised of security professionals with expertise in a diverse portfolio of security disciplines. What you'll do Collaborate with the DevOps team to design, implement, and manage a robust DevSecOps framework for our software development pipeline, integrating security tools and processes into our CI/CD workflows to enhance the developer experience Champion a security-first mindset within the development team, promoting secure coding practices and providing guidance on secure development methodologies Create security focused DevSecOps policies and standards and provide training and awareness to the development team Develop Key Risk Indicators (KRIs) to track security posture across business lines, measure progress and identify outliers Implement and manage security testing tools and processes within the CI/CD pipeline, including static application security testing (SAST), dynamic application security testing (DAST), software composition analysis (SCA), and open source security (OSS) Work together with the DevOps team to automate security controls and compliance checks within the development pipeline, ensuring adherence to industry best practices and regulatory requirements Troubleshoot and resolve security issues throughout the software development lifecycle Stay abreast of emerging security threats, vulnerabilities, and DevSecOps best practices to continuously improve our security posture What's required 7-10 years of experience in software development, DevOps, or security engineering, with a strong focus on DevSecOps practices Expertise in CI/CD tools such as GitHub, Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Azure DevOps, or similar Proficiency in infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or CloudFormation Strong scripting and automation skills using Python, Bash, or similar languages Experience with security testing tools such as SonarQube, SNYK, Nessus, Qualys, or similar Familiarity with containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes Knowledge of security best practices for cloud environments (AWS, Azure, GCP) Understanding of security frameworks and compliance standards such as NIST CSF, ISO 27001, SOC 2 Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, agile environment Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for continuous improvement in security practices Commitment to the highest ethical standards We take care of our people We invest in our people, their careers, their health, and their well-being. When you work here, we provide: Private Medical and Dental Insurances Generous parental and family leave policies Volunteer opportunities Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, people of colour and the LGBQT+ community Mental and physical wellness programmes Tuition assistance Non-contributory pension and more About Point72 Point72 Asset Management is a global firm led by Steven Cohen that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide. Resting on more than a quarter-century of investing experience, we seek to be the industry's premier asset manager through delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, adhering to the highest ethical standards, and offering the greatest opportunities to the industry's brightest talent. For more information, visit

About Cubist: Cubist Systematic Strategies, an affiliate of Point72, deploys systematic, computer-driven trading strategies across multiple liquid asset classes, including equities, futures and foreign exchange. The core of our effort is rigorous research into a wide range of market anomalies, fueled by our unparalleled access to a wide range of publicly available data sources. About the team: The team is focused on systematic equity trading. It is established, yet still pre-trade, offering an exciting opportunity to join at an early stage and be involved in a broad range of development areas. The team members come from a mixture of quant analyst and development backgrounds, using the combination of skills to achieve a common goal. All team members are based in the London office five days a week to maximize communication and interaction. Role and Responsibilities: An ideal growth role to suit a developer looking for additional responsibilities and independence. Responsibilities may include: Building components for all aspects of live trading and research environments. Driving automation and robustness of our processes. Developing robust data checking and handling procedures. Monitoring and troubleshooting any issues that should arise. Shared responsibility for timely and correct operation of trading systems. Requirements: Bachelor's degree or equivalent in computer science or other STEM discipline 2+ years commercial experience with Python and its data science libraries on Linux. Pragmatic balance between attention to detail and delivery focus. Ability to work with ambiguous requirements. Self-driven, owning problems while knowing when to seek advice. Knowledge of finance and trading systems a plus. Experience with a systems programming language (e.g. C++, Rust) a plus. Commercial use of cloud compute and containers a plus. Strong analytical skills and command of statistics a plus. Be in the office five days a week. Commitment to the highest ethical standards.