Multi-Strategy Hedge Fund

Point72

Point72 is a global asset management firm led by Steven A. Cohen, managing over $35 billion in assets. Their quantitative division, Cubist Systematic Strategies, employs systematic and algorithmic approaches to trading. Point72 also runs the Point72 Academy, a training program for aspiring portfolio managers. The firm combines fundamental and systematic investing across equities, macro, and other strategies.

Founded 2014

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Interview guide

Point72 Interview: Process, Questions and How to Pass 2026

The Point72 interview explained - Academy stages, experienced analyst case studies, Cubist quant rounds, real question types and a prep plan.

Salary breakdown

Point72 Salary 2026: How Much Does Point72 Pay?

Point72 compensation by role - Academy graduate pay, analyst and PM comp, Cubist quant researcher packages and how the firm compares to peers.

Headquarters
Stamford, CT
Employees
2,600+
Entry-Level Pay (est.)
$200K – $350K
Senior Pay (est.)
$400K – $800K+

Roles at Point72

Quantitative ResearcherData ScientistSoftware EngineerInvestment Analyst

Key Skills Required

PythonMachine LearningStatisticsFinancial ModelingData Analysis

How to Get Hired

Point72 recruits through their careers portal and campus events. For their Academy program, they seek candidates with strong analytical backgrounds even without prior finance experience. Cubist interviews focus on quantitative research skills, coding ability, and statistical modeling. They offer internships and entry-level analyst positions, with applications accepted year-round.

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Compensation at Point72

Bands below are industry estimates from aggregated public signals—not confirmed by Point72. Actual offers depend on role, office, performance, and year.

Entry-Level / Graduate (estimated total)
$200K – $350K
Typically base plus bonus; varies widely
Senior / Experienced (estimated total)
$400K – $800K+
Typically base plus bonus; varies widely
Source: Glassdoor
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