The D. E. Shaw group seeks an analytically and technically oriented individual to join the D. E. Shaw Investment Management (DESIM) group as a technical strategist within the portfolio strategy team. DESIM develops and manages active equity and multi-asset class investment strategies that complement the firm’s longstanding hedge fund strategies, leveraging advanced research and technology to serve institutional clients globally. This strategist will focus on the research, development, and analytical evaluation of investment products, collaborating closely with portfolio strategy and investment teams. This position offers the opportunity to contribute to a collegial, dynamic, and innovative work environment while advancing technical and analytical skills.

Contribute to the development and customization of new investment products through quantitative analysis and portfolio design.
Research, design, and help implement enhancements to existing investment strategies, focusing on portfolio construction, risk modeling, and strategy robustness.
Perform in-depth portfolio and risk analysis to identify structural weaknesses, concentration risks, and opportunities for improvement.
Produce clear, rigorous technical analyses and communicate findings effectively to both quantitative and non-quantitative stakeholders.
Support investor and client engagements by providing technical insight on portfolio construction, risk, and performance.
Present findings to investors and clients, including preparing comprehensive presentation materials, tailoring explanations to diverse audiences, addressing technical questions in real time, and ensuring that insights are actionable and aligned with strategic objectives.

DESIM Technical Strategist Associate