Systematic manager · Founded 1988 · New York
D. E. Shaw quant careers
What is it like to work at D. E. Shaw?
One of the original quantitative funds and still among the most selective. Combines systematic and discretionary businesses, with a research culture that rewards depth over speed.
What D. E. Shaw is hiring right now
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Compensation by role
Indicative mid-level total compensation, US dollars.
| Role | Total comp |
|---|---|
| Quant Researcher | $570k |
| Quant Developer | $440k |
| Systematic Portfolio Manager | $1.8m |
Interview process
- 1
Screen
Highly selective CV filter, then a technical call.
- 2
Technical rounds
Mathematics, probability and algorithmic reasoning at depth.
- 3
On-site
Extended panel with researchers and engineers.
Candidate backgrounds
- —PhD research
- —Olympiad backgrounds
- —Top-tier engineering
Methodology
Figures are expressed as annual total compensation (base salary plus expected performance bonus) in the reference market's local currency, converted from a US dollar base. They describe typical market ranges rather than any individual offer, and exclude sign-on payments, deferred equity and carried interest. Portfolio-manager figures reflect formulaic profit-share arrangements and are therefore far more dispersed than any other role.
KnowQaunt 2026.1 · Updated September 2026
These are indicative ranges pending first-party verification. They will be replaced by verified submissions as the Quant Salary Index dataset builds.
D. E. Shaw profile · KnowQaunt 2026.1