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Two Sigma salary and compensation
Two Sigma’s New York machine-learning quantitative-research posting lists $165,000–$325,000 base. The broad range reflects a role open to different backgrounds and experience levels; it is not a graduate-offer range or an estimate of total pay.
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Two Sigma pay by role
1 employer disclosures · USD · base pay, not total compensation
| Firm / role | Location / scope | Published base pay | Bonus / source |
|---|---|---|---|
| Two Sigma Quantitative Researcher: Machine Learning | New York Multiple levels · Placement depends on qualifications and experience | $165,000–$325,000 / year | Base pay excludes bonus; confirm the variable-pay terms with the employer. Employer postingDisclosure reviewed 2026-10-11 |
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How much does Two Sigma pay?
Two Sigma’s New York machine-learning quantitative-research posting lists $165,000–$325,000 base. The broad range reflects a role open to different backgrounds and experience levels; it is not a graduate-offer range or an estimate of total pay.
What is Two Sigma’s new-grad salary?
The figures above are not a universal graduate-pay band. Match the exact intake, office and role in your offer. Clarify the level, research area, model-development responsibilities and bonus terms. Compare the specific team and work rather than treating the company-wide research title as a single pay grade.
Does Two Sigma salary include bonus?
Clarify the level, research area, model-development responsibilities and bonus terms. Compare the specific team and work rather than treating the company-wide research title as a single pay grade. Treat base, signing payments, guaranteed bonus and discretionary bonus as separate items when comparing first-year and recurring compensation.
How should I prepare for Two Sigma?
Emphasize statistics, machine learning, data quality and reproducible research. Be ready to explain validation, leakage, baselines and how you would investigate a disappointing result.
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