Quant Engineer - WMT

swissQuant Group provides quantitative services, consultancy, and products for financial and industrial clients, including a number of global Fortune 500 companies. Our business edge originates from the effective translation of Intelligent Technology into measurable, bottom-line client value. swissQuant Group is a privately held company incorporated in 2005 as a spin-off of ETH Zürich. 

Position 

To strengthen our team, we are currently looking for a Quant Engineer with strong mathematical thinking and industry experience in the financial sector. You will be working on the portfolio optimization core components that are an essential part of the swissQuant Group ecosystem. You will be part of a dedicated team, whose focus is to improve our products and extend our offerings. Moreover, you will align with other stakeholders and push the future development of our software solutions.  

You will be expected to work in the research, development, and delivery of quantitative decision-support tools and services in the area of portfolio construction. This will include modelling, simulation, and analysis of financial market data, as well as employing various numerical methods to find optimal solutions to complex problems. As our technology is generally delivered as software, it is important that you are familiar with the software development lifecycle.  

You have the possibility to take over a lot of responsibility, freedom, and autonomy after a short time. You can work on a unique software which is used by banks and insurance companies worldwide and strives to be improved and enhanced. 

Requirements 

As an experienced Quant Engineer, you are able to understand quantitative applications from both a user and technology viewpoint, logically diagnose issues, and work with users and developers to resolve them. 
 

To be a successful candidate you must fulfil the following requirements: 
 

• Higher university degree in a quantitative discipline such as Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or Engineering 

• At least 3 years of experience in the fintech industry or in a financial institution 

• Knowledge of financial markets and products as well as quantitative finance
  


• Advanced knowledge and professional experience in Python.
  


• Knowledge of Mathematical & Statistical Modelling, Optimization and Algorithms 


• Strong analytical thinking 


• Committed team player


• Fluency in English 

Nice-to-have:

•  Java knowledge 

Application 

swissQuant Group is a fast paced and dynamic company. We offer room for growth and a high level of personal responsibility in a challenging environment. As a successful candidate, you will join a project team and take an active part in the development of new software products linked to real client needs and future industry standards. 
 

Interested? Please upload your cover letter, CV and reference letters in PDF format (please compress in max. 2 attachments). 

Only direct applications are considered. 

swissQuant is an equal opportunity employer and we are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination. 
 

Decisions related to hiring are made fairly, and we provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified candidates and employees. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability status.