The Macro Technology Team is seeking a Lead Rates Quantitative Researcher.
The ideal candidate will:
- Lead a small team of Macro Quants
- Build and maintain pricing models for range of products traded in macro business
- Design and implement processes for live calculation of P&L and risk used by portfolio managers
- Support portfolio managers and analysts in building out bespoke tools using in-house analytics
- Design and implement macro data series for use in analysis and back-testing
- Learn about pricing, risk and calibration for various macro products
QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIREMENTS
- Masters’ Degree or higher in a quantitative field. Degree courses in computer science, finance, mathematics, econometrics or other quantitative discipline preferred
- Previous experience leading a team of Senior Quantitative Researchers and Developers
- Expert C++ programmer: we use C++17 and would like to move to C++20. Coupled with the ability to produce well-engineered code.
- Programming experience in Python in the context of data analysis, with the ability to test ideas and develop infrastructure for further research
- Understanding and exposure to interest rates swaps, fixed income futures, interest rate options and foreign exchange. Experience in interest rates curves construction methodologies
- Knowledge of statistics, including time series analysis and regressions
- Strong organization skills with the ability to present results clearly and iterate with PMs accordingly
The ideal candidate will be someone who demonstrates:
- Strong desire to work collaboratively with the team
- High standard of professionalism in all dealings with internal staff and any external partners, clients and regulatory agencies
- Problem solving skills and ability to identify and implement appropriate solutions
- Ability to prioritize and manage multiple tasks and projects concurrently to meet/exceed deadline
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Outstanding attention to detail and strong organization skills