Database Analyst

Barings; Saint James (NY); On-site; USD 64,000 - 92,000; Full time

Job summary

Barings is seeking a Database Analyst to join the ABF Australia team and support daily data operations for fixed income analytics. You will help maintain SQL databases, run portfolio surveillance processes, and enhance data processing and reporting capabilities using SQL, VBA, Python and DAX.

The role requires a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, strong SQL Server expertise, advanced SQL and Excel skills, and the ability to work independently within a small team while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field is required.
• Strong experience with SQL Server, including database design, optimization, tables, indexes, and stored procedures.
• Advanced SQL and Excel skills.
• Experience with VBA, DAX, and Python is beneficial.
• Knowledge of fixed income credit markets and market risk including asset-backed securities.
• Understanding of financial mathematics is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Maintaining and enhancing ABF Australia's existing SQL database architecture.
• Executing daily and monthly processes critical to portfolio surveillance and investment decisions.
• Developing and improving data processing and reporting solutions using SQL, VBA, Python, and DAX.
• Ensuring the timely and accurate collection of data each day.
• Advising on and implementing the best methods to query and extract data for management and client reporting.
• Providing database troubleshooting, bug fixing, and problem resolution.
• Producing and maintaining comprehensive database system documentation.
• Working closely and collaboratively with the Research and Data team.

Skills

SQL Server

Advanced SQL

Excel

VBA

DAX

Python

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

At Barings, we are as invested in our associates as we are in our clients. We recognize those who work diligently for us and reward them for personal and professional integrity, communication skills, distinct competencies and expertise in specific strategies, ability to collaborate as a team member and true dedication to the interests of our clients.

We thank you for your interest in joining the Barings team, and invite you to explore our current employment opportunities.

Barings is a leading global financial services firm dedicated to meeting the evolving investment and capital needs of our clients and customers. Through active asset management and direct origination, we provide innovative solutions and access to differentiated opportunities across public and private capital markets. A subsidiary of MassMutual, Barings maintains a strong global presence with business and investment professionals located across North America, Europe, and Asia Pacific.

About The Team

The Barings Asset Based Finance (ABF) team in Australia is a specialist fixed income manager with deep expertise across Australian and international Residential Mortgage Backed Securities (RMBS) and Asset Backed Securities (ABS) markets. As a small, dynamic, and highly cohesive team, ABF Australia has delivered sustained growth in funds under management, creating a rare opportunity for a junior Database Analyst to join a motivated, high-performing business.

Job Summary

Data sits at the heart of Barings's research-intensive investment process. As a Database Analyst, you will support the day-to-day operations of the ABF Australia team, including running daily and monthly data processes. Over time, you will also contribute to the support, design, build, maintenance, and enhancement of ABF Australia's database systems.

Primary Responsibilities

• Maintaining and enhancing ABF Australia's existing SQL database architecture;
• Executing daily and monthly processes critical to portfolio surveillance and investment decisions;
• Developing and improving data processing and reporting solutions using SQL, VBA, Python, and DAX;
• Ensuring the timely and accurate collection of data each day;
• Advising on and implementing the best methods to query and extract data for management and client reporting;
• Providing database troubleshooting, bug fixing, and problem resolution;
• Producing and maintaining comprehensive database system documentation;
• Working closely and collaboratively with the Research and Data team.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field (required);
• Strong experience with SQL Server, including database design, optimization, tables, indexes, and stored procedures;
• Advanced SQL and Excel skills;
• Experience with VBA, DAX, and Python (beneficial);
• Knowledge of fixed income credit markets and market risk, including asset-backed securities (beneficial);
• A sound understanding of financial mathematics (preferred);
• Ability to work independently within a small team and manage competing priorities;
• Strong communication skills and excellent attention to detail;
• Ability to meet deadlines and resolve challenges efficiently.

The successful applicant will bring enthusiasm, self-motivation, and high ethical standards to a role that is pivotal to the firm's development and success. You will be highly analytical and quantitative, with the curiosity and drive to understand the stories behind the data.

Barings is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer; Minority/Female/Age/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity/Individual with Disability/Protected Veteran. We welcome all persons to apply.