I applied through college or university. I interviewed at Squarepoint Capital (New York, NY) in Jul 2017
Interview
Schedule an 2-hour phone interview with their quant researchers (each for one hour). One that scheduled time, they call me and the interview took place over phone. There's two part: one for math/stats problem, and the other for coding (via hackerrank). You can choose whatever language you prefer.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
math/stats brian teaser, dynamic programming problem, live coding over a website (about divide and conquer)
Process involves 3 x 1 hour virtual interviews that will cover basic probability/stats/coding tasks, passing this there is an in person day with a more involved challenge and presentation to team. Final HR style interview will only happen all this and one should expect 2-3 weeks between interviews.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Standard Brainteasery prob/stats questions and a single coding question (via HackerRank website)
I interviewed at Squarepoint Capital (New York, NY)
Interview
I went through 2 rounds. Both rounds asked a lot of tech questions such as linear regression, mean-variance optimization, and traditional quant questions(probability, etc.). Overall not too hard, received reject letter in a week.
Interview questions [1]
Question 1
Derive the efficient frontier with 2 risky assets.
I applied online. I interviewed at Squarepoint Capital in Feb 2026
Interview
It starts with a quick inquiry on my recent technical study, and quickly start with questions. 1 coding and 2 math questions in total. Coding is standard leetcode but its hard
