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Quant Developer

HarveyNashUSA
Newark, NJ Full Time
POSTED ON 2/7/2025
AVAILABLE BEFORE 5/7/2025

Job Title : Quant Developer

Location : Newark, NJ Hybrid role

Perm / FTE role

Job Description

What you can expect

  • Technical Leadership :
  • Lead the end-to-end design, development, and implementation of quantitative models, libraries, and tools to support trading, portfolio management, and risk management.
  • Provide architectural direction for systems ensuring scalability, performance, and maintainability.
  • Advocate for best practices in software engineering, including code reviews, testing, and documentation.
  • Development & Innovation :
  • Build and optimize quantitative tools and frameworks using modern programming languages (e.g., Python, C , Java).
  • Collaborate with quants, traders, and portfolio managers to translate financial models and strategies into production-grade applications.
  • Implement and enhance algorithms for data processing, analytics, and real-time decision-making.
  • Collaboration & Mentorship :
  • Work closely with cross-functional teams, including quant research, data science, and IT, to ensure seamless integration of systems.
  • Mentor junior developers, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
  • Project & Stakeholder Management :
  • Manage the development lifecycle of critical projects, from requirements gathering through delivery.
  • Communicate effectively with stakeholders, ensuring alignment on objectives, priorities, and timelines.

What you will bring

  • Technical Expertise :
  • Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C , or Java.
  • Experience with quantitative libraries, APIs, and high-performance computing frameworks.
  • Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and multi-threaded programming.
  • Financial Knowledge :
  • Solid understanding of financial products, risk management, and portfolio construction.
  • Familiarity with pricing models, market data, and risk systems.
  • Leadership & Collaboration :
  • Proven experience leading development teams or mentoring developers.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with quant researchers, traders, and IT teams.
  • Education & Experience :
  • Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • 7 years of professional experience in quantitative development, with at least 2 years in a leadership role.
  • What will set you apart?

  • Experience with cloud technologies (AWS, Azure) and containerization tools (Docker, Kubernetes).
  • Knowledge of machine learning techniques and applications in finance.
  • Familiarity with CI / CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
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