Applied ML Scientist
As an Applied ML Scientist at PDT, you will develop and enhance statistical methods for trading strategies by leveraging your programming and applied research expertise. This role involves collaborating with senior researchers on various projects and contributing to the success of an algorithmic trading business, with a minimum of three days per week in the New York City office.
PDT, a quantitative investment manager, is hiring problem solvers who blend programming and applied research experience. Individuals in this role will devise, implement, evaluate, and iterate to create and improve statistical methods vetting them through direct application to enhancing our trading strategies. Applied ML scientists are expected to navigate quantitative and technical challenges within a project to advance our research methodology. They will have ample opportunity to collaborate with our deep bench of senior researchers and technologists.
This is a hybrid position and will require the person to work from our New York City office at minimum 3 days a week.
Posted June 9, 2026