About the job
We are thrilled to present an exciting internship opportunity for a Machine Learning Research Intern to become part of our dynamic team in Amsterdam. In this role, you will engage in pioneering projects aimed at developing and enhancing high-frequency trading (HFT) strategies utilizing machine learning (ML), deep learning (DL), and reinforcement learning (RL) techniques. You will collaborate closely with seasoned researchers and engineers, gaining valuable hands-on experience in deploying advanced ML methodologies on real-world financial datasets. This internship provides a unique chance to delve into the intersection of artificial intelligence and quantitative finance, contributing to our ongoing mission to automate and optimize trading strategies within a rapidly evolving market landscape.
The internship duration ranges from 3 to 6 months, adaptable based on team needs and intern availability. Successful interns may receive an offer for a full-time position at Pinely.
Responsibilities
- Engage in innovative research and development of high-frequency trading (HFT) strategies;
- Analyze HFT strategies and market microstructures to discover new trading opportunities;
- Collaborate with developers and fellow researchers to implement and enhance trading strategies;
- Contribute to the refinement of existing trading strategies and assist researchers in the design of quantitative strategies.
Requirements
- A strong passion for research;
- In-depth understanding of probability theory and mathematical statistics;
- Experience with machine learning methodologies;
- Proficiency in Python programming.
Preferred Qualifications
- Participation in ML competitions, hackathons, or mathematical/programming Olympiads;
- Experience with big data processing technologies (MapReduce, Hadoop, Apache Spark);
- Demonstrated excellence in competitive programming contests;
- Engagement with ML conferences.
What We Offer
- A team of exceptional individuals, including Kaggle Grandmasters, ACM ICPC World Finalists, and contributors to A* conferences;
- A robust and adaptable infrastructure to support your strategies and innovations, enabling daily testing of ideas on a real-time production leaderboard, fostering an environment ripe for experimentation and iteration;
- A modern, fully equipped office designed for productivity and comfort;
- A friendly workplace that values and prioritizes a healthy work-life balance to support the well-being of our team;
- Engaging corporate and team events.

