Does anyone have insight on what its like working at DE Shaw? Is it true that they value well-rounded candidates over someone with i dustry knowledge? I saw a few jobs I’d be interested in but wanted to leane more aboht the company first.
Really liking it at Shaw so far. Lots of smart folks from a variety of backgrounds. In terms of culture - very academic, collaborative, and free form (autonomy to explore and solve problems your own way). Lots of consensus driven decision making. Flat structure and fairly light on the politics front, but be prepared to navigate through a forest of ambiguity.
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Things have changed a lot recently at Shaw. I spent 4 years at Shaw. It just kept getting worse. Barely any parties. Huge pay difference b/w tier-1 colleges and others. They do try to increase yoyr comp upto IIT level but happens for very specific people who get extreme lucky in landing impactful projects. Lot of US bootlicking. Low priority request from US is treated as do-or-die requests. Regular feedbacks will be given to you on how you should reply to NY folks on mails and requests.
That's the biggest problem with D.E Shaw. NYC people are treated like god. You summed it up well.
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I have worked with DE Shaw India in the past. I spent about 4 years...It is one of the best jobs I ever had. Great salary, growth opportunities, perks and famous de shaw parties! Although this comes with long working hours, and most products are proprietary so unless you are from fintech, you might find things done differently.
How is the salary progression at De Shaw India ?( Can you tell some numbers ) I joined them as a Newgrad ( TC - 32.5L )