Senior Python Quant Developer: Alpha & Portfolio Architect

Ashford Benjamin Ltd.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashford Benjamin Ltd. is partnered with a global hedge fund ranked among the world's largest by AUM.

We seek a Python Developer to join the Quant Implementation team, shaping alpha algorithms and portfolio construction processes in a fast-paced, AI-native environment. You will design, develop, and maintain critical code, collaborate with investment and research teams across asset classes, and help resolve live trading challenges under demanding deadlines.

Qualifications

• 4–6 years as a backend Developer.
• Strong backend Python development skills at an enterprise level.
• Experience with SQL databases and large, complex datasets.
• Strong data manipulation and analytical skills.
• Good knowledge of statistics and ability to dive deep into problems.
• Strong communication and detail-oriented.

Responsibilities

• Alpha Development: Design, develop, and maintain alpha algorithms and portfolio construction processes.
• Research Verification: Verify research output and ensure efficient monetization of ideas in practice.
• Collaboration: Work closely with multiple investment and research teams across various asset classes.
• Problem Solving: Resolve live trading challenges under demanding deadlines.
• Codebase Management: Contribute to a large and complex codebase, applying best practices.

Skills

Python

SQL

Data manipulation

Statistics

Analytical skills

Communication

Detail-oriented

Job description

Ashford Benjamin Ltd. is partnered with a global hedge fund ranked among the world's largest by AUM.

We seek a Python Developer to join the Quant Implementation team, shaping alpha algorithms and portfolio construction processes in a fast-paced, AI-native environment. You will design, develop, and maintain critical code, collaborate with investment and research teams across asset classes, and help resolve live trading challenges under demanding deadlines.