# Data Scientist, Trading & Execution

> Polymer Capital Hong Kong · Hong Kong, Hong Kong · — · Posted 2026-07-08

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Trading & Execution

## Description

**Company Introduction**

Polymer Capital Management is a market-neutral, multi-manager investment platform based in and focused on Asia. Polymer combines established institutional support and deep knowledge of local financial markets with a dedication to discovering and developing the region's best investment talent. Polymer was established in conjunction with PAG, one of the world's largest Asia-focused alternative asset managers, in 2019.

**Job Responsibilities / Job Brief**

-   Data Analysis & Modeling: Collect, clean, and analyze vast datasets, including market data, PM position data, social media sentiment, alternative big data, and economic indicators, to uncover trading patterns, behavior patterns, and correlations.
-   Predictive Modeling: Develop and deploy machine learning, artificial intelligence, and statistical models to forecast market, industry sector, alpha, and security movements/rankings.
-   Testing & Evaluation: Rigorously hypothesis testing, evaluation, and refining models to ensure robustness of decision making.
-   Data Management: Handle the complex process of data preparation and management for model building and analysis.

## Requirements

-   Deep understanding of statistical & probability analysis and quantitative methods. 
-   Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art AI techniques (e.g. model training/fine-tuning, agent workflow development), with demonstrated project delivery.
-   Proficiency in Python, with strong problem-solving abilities.
-   Experience with data manipulation and machine learning libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy, PyTorch, scikit-learn).
-   Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively present complex findings clearly to diverse audiences.
-   Ability to work collaboratively in a team-oriented environment and to foster a culture of learning and knowledge-sharing within the team.
-   A good understanding of financial markets, market microstructure, trading algorithms and/or the business context of data science applications is a strong plus
-   Research or experience related to behavioral finance is a strong plus

## Benefits

**Why join us?  
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-   Prime Location: You'll work full time from our centrally located office space in the heart of Hong Kong
-   High-Growth: We have a team of highly ambitious professionals with a strong desire to learn and develop their skills.
-   Equal opportunity employer: We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
-   Global exposure: With six offices and three affiliate offices around the region, Polymer teams work together to solve meaningful problems at scale.
-   Dynamic and Collaborative Environment: Opportunity to work with industry leaders and experts to engage in exciting projects and fulfilling challenges.  
    

**Some Of Our Benefits  
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-   Paid Annual Leave
-   Medical Group Insurance
-   In-built Gym facility 
-   DEI and Philanthropy Initiatives
-   Professional Learning & Development Opportunities

## Apply

[Apply at Polymer Capital Hong Kong](https://apply.workable.com/polymer-capital/j/D95FFDB9AD/apply)

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