Senior Member, Tech (DESIM)

DE Shaw India · Bengaluru · 2–5 yrs experience · Posted 2026-07-17

Tech stack: Python

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About the role

We are looking for an experienced software developer to join the DESIM team at the D. E. Shaw India office based in Hyderabad, Bengaluru, or Gurugram. The D. E. Shaw Investment Management (DESIM) group was founded in 2005. The DESIM group focuses on developing active equity and multi-asset class investment strategies by identifying market inefficiencies and constructing optimal portfolios. Collaborating with our New York teams, the DESIM India team plays a crucial role in the development of software and quantitative tools for portfolio strategy, trading, quant research, and portfolio management. The performance and quality of these tools are crucial to the firm's business strategy. At DESIM, our development team works seamlessly with Quants, who extensively researches and models forecasts for systematic strategies. The team’s primary business objectives include the development and design of scalable, high-performing data APIs in support of our Quant research, conducting data trials to assess the viability and effectiveness of new datasets, and aiming to enhance the working experience for our Quants for efficient research. Upholding the highest standards of data quality and efficiently managing our data infrastructure are also part of the team’s core responsibilities.

Responsibilities:
- In this position, you will work closely with our New York business team to design, maintain, and develop software tools and financial datasets for DESIM.
- You will handle big data optimization, perform data analytics, design scalable libraries, and ensure data quality and compliance.
- You will also work on project execution in an agile environment, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and gain exposure to the trading business and technology at a leading financial firm.
- You will develop proficiency in Python and associated libraries, gain comprehensive financial knowledge, and understand DESIM's data infrastructure.
- Additionally, you will conduct independent data trials and analysis, suggest improvements in quant workflows, and deliver thoroughly tested, high-performance data APIs. Applying your quantitative and analytical skills, you will solve complex data problems and enhance existing data infrastructure and workflows. Furthermore, building an exceptional rapport with Quants through effective communication and collaboration on projects is also essential, with success measured by interaction quality, feedback, and successful project implementation.

Qualifications:
- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or a related field with 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages with exceptional coding and debugging abilities, experience with big data, and knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems
- An understanding of software development principles, quantitative abilities, data structures, problem-solving, knowledge of architecture, design patterns, and robust analytical skills with an ability to work in an agile environment
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, along with effective written and verbal communication abilities
- The ability to operate with focus, discipline, and minimal supervision
- Attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams
- Preferred qualification:
- Familiarity with the financial market

Qualifications

- A Bachelor's or Master's degree in computer science or a related field with 2 to 5 years of relevant experience
- Proficiency in Python or similar programming languages with exceptional coding and debugging abilities, experience with big data, and knowledge of Relational Database Management Systems
- An understanding of software development principles, quantitative abilities, data structures, problem-solving, knowledge of architecture, design patterns, and robust analytical skills with an ability to work in an agile environment
- Excellent interpersonal and stakeholder management skills, along with effective written and verbal communication abilities
- The ability to operate with focus, discipline, and minimal supervision
- Attention to detail and the ability to work effectively in interdisciplinary teams Preferred qualification:
- Familiarity with the financial market

Responsibilities

- In this position, you will work closely with our New York business team to design, maintain, and develop software tools and financial datasets for DESIM.
- You will handle big data optimization, perform data analytics, design scalable libraries, and ensure data quality and compliance.
- You will also work on project execution in an agile environment, coordinate with cross-functional teams, and gain exposure to the trading business and technology at a leading financial firm.
- You will develop proficiency in Python and associated libraries, gain comprehensive financial knowledge, and understand DESIM's data infrastructure.
- Additionally, you will conduct independent data trials and analysis, suggest improvements in quant workflows, and deliver thoroughly tested, high-performance data APIs.
- Applying your quantitative and analytical skills, you will solve complex data problems and enhance existing data infrastructure and workflows.
- Furthermore, building an exceptional rapport with Quants through effective communication and collaboration on projects is also essential, with success measured by interaction quality, feedback, and successful project implementation.

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