Associate – Firmwide Technology Management

Overview

The D. E. Shaw group seeks a proactive, collaborative, and highly organized individual to work with the chief of staff to the firm’s senior-most technology leadership.

What You'll Do Day-to-Day

• Help drive and track progress on the firm’s highest technology-related priorities.
• Conduct research, analyze data and issues, and synthesize findings to inform technology leadership discussions and decision-making.
• Cook up strategic priorities that fall under the chief of staff to the firm’s senior-most technology leadership.
• Maintain visibility on technology work across the firm and prepare reporting for senior leadership.

Who We're Looking For

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in any academic field, a record of professional achievement, and at least three years of comparable experience.
• Demonstrated ability to drive work forward successfully and prioritize effectively.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a range of stakeholders across the firm.
• Impressive written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to ask thoughtful questions and clearly summarize technical information.
• Experience managing projects and processes, keen attention to detail, and well-developed analytical skills.
• Sound judgment and the ability to handle confidential information with discretion.

Pay & Benefits

The expected annual base salary for this position is $150,000 to $210,000. Our compensation and benefits package includes variable compensation in the form of a year-end bonus, guaranteed in the first year of hire, and benefits including medical and prescription drug coverage, 401(k) contribution matching, wellness reimbursement, family building benefits, and a charitable gift match program.