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Back in the dark ages before Python truly conquered all, when numerical computation demanded something more than spreadsheets and Fortran, emerged MATLAB. It promised a unified environment for matrix-based calculations, simulation, and data analysis – a digital playground for engineers and scientists. Quite clever, really, though one does wonder if its initial appeal stemmed more from a desperate need for something than actual brilliance.

The reality? A powerful but often frustratingly expensive tool. While it can do almost anything you throw at it, achieving that 'almost anything' often requires mastering a peculiar syntax and accepting a licensing model that makes venture capitalists weep. Alternatives like Python with NumPy and SciPy have steadily eroded its dominance, offering comparable power with a significantly friendlier price tag and a far more vibrant open-source community. MATLAB still clings on in academia and established engineering firms, a testament to the inertia of legacy systems and the enduring appeal of a well-polished, if somewhat pricey, interface.

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Quantitative Researcher | Trading Team @ jump-trading

NL | 2025-12-28
This role seeks quantitative researchers to analyze financial markets using advanced statistical and machine learning techniques. The position requires deep technical expertise in C++/Python,... read more »
Computer Science, AI/ML, Data Engineering, Linux, Python, R, MATLAB, PhD
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AI Language Engineer, Artificial General Intelligence - Data Services @ amazon

NL | 2025-12-27
Amazon's AGI Data Services team seeks Language Engineers to develop multimodal datasets using synthetic, model-supported, and human-in-the-loop methods, with the key differentiator being expertise... read more »
AI/ML, Data Collection, Python, Computer Science, SQL, R, MATLAB, Unix, PhD, API, Git, Agile/Scrum
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The Fundamentals of Analytics Engineering

The Fundamentals of Analytics Engineering gives a holistic understanding of the analytics engineering lifecycle by integrating principles from both data analysis and engineering. It's a book that teaches concepts and best practices, not just tools and technologies.

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Product Design Engineer @ itt

NL | 2025-12-24
ITT’s KONI unit bases its product design role in a conventional NPD groove: concept through gate-controlled realization, with a strong emphasis on design for manufacturing and cost, DFMEA, and... read more »
R, Management, MATLAB