Python Developer

worldquant

Hanoi OR Ho Chi Minh City · Vietnam

Posted Apr 25, 2026

Other
Technology Division

Job description

WorldQuant develops and deploys systematic financial strategies across a broad range of asset classes and global markets. We seek to produce high-quality predictive signals (alphas) through our proprietary research platform to employ financial strategies focused on market inefficiencies. Our teams work collaboratively to drive the production of alphas and financial strategies – the foundation of a balanced, global investment platform.

WorldQuant is built on a culture that pairs academic sensibility with accountability for results. Employees are encouraged to think openly about problems, balancing intellectualism and practicality. Excellent ideas come from anyone, anywhere. Employees are encouraged to challenge conventional thinking and possess an attitude of continuous improvement.

Our goal is to hire the best and the brightest. We value intellectual horsepower first and foremost, and people who demonstrate an outstanding talent. There is no roadmap to future success, so we need people who can help us build it.

Technologists at WorldQuant research, design, code, test and deploy firmwide platforms and tooling while working collaboratively with researchers. Our environment is relaxed yet intellectually driven. We seek people who think in code and are motivated by being around like-minded people.

The Role: Our group builds the software that enables large‑scale quantitative research at the core of WorldQuant’s platform. We are embarking on a multi‑year effort to develop a powerful, scalable, and efficient platform that will support the firm’s growth over the next decade. We are looking for someone who can take ownership of complex technical challenges and bring strong experience, judgment, and perspective to the team.

What You’ll Bring:

At least 7 years of experience writing production‑quality Python code on Linux
Willingness to learn C++ is required; prior experience with C++ is a strong plus
Strong interest and motivation to work with machine learning, deep learning, and backtesting platform design and development (Prior experience is not required but is considered a strong plus)
Solid understanding of Linux system programming fundamentals
Proven ability to design and develop large‑scale, distributed systems
Strong knowledge of data structures, algorithms, high‑performance application design, and concurrency patterns
Self‑motivated and able to work independently with minimal guidance
Proficiency in English
Nice to Have:
- Systems for managing and performing computation on large‑scale graph data
- Streaming or dataflow systems
- Experience in financial services (not required)

What We Offer:

Competitive and attractive compensation package with clear career road-map – where you feel challenged everyday
We offer a strong culture of learning and development: training courses, library, speakers, share and learn events
Learn from who sits next to you! Working in WQ you are surrounded by smart and talented people
Premium Health Insurance and Employee Assistance Program
Generous time-off policy, re-creation sabbatical leave (based on tenure), Trade Union benefits for staff and family
Team building activities every month: Local engagement events – Employee clubs: football, ping-pong, badminton, yoga, running, PS5, movies, etc.
Annual company trip and occasional global conferences – opportunity to travel and connect with our global teams
Happy-hour with tea break, snacks and meals every day in the office!

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