Junior Quant Developer - Build Core Portfolio Tools

Tradermath; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 125,000 - 175,000; Full time

Job summary

WorldQuant in New York is seeking a Junior Quant Developer to join the Portfolio Management Solutions team. You will work alongside expert developers and portfolio managers, building systems, interfaces, and tools to support day-to-day portfolio management operations.

You will be part of a technically rigorous environment that values clear thinking, strong fundamentals, and a proactive attitude over years of experience, with opportunities to grow quickly within a demanding setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in CS, Engineering, or related field.
• Strong Python and/or C++ programming experience.
• Proficient Bash scripting and Linux environment knowledge.
• Familiarity with Git or similar version control systems.

Responsibilities

• Contribute to design, development, and maintenance of systems, interfaces, and tools for portfolio management workflows.
• Collaborate with portfolio managers and developers to translate requirements into practical solutions.
• Identify, investigate, and resolve issues in existing tools and infrastructure.
• Monitor and support production systems, respond to incidents, and ensure reliability.
• Contribute to code reviews, testing, and technical documentation.
• Improve team productivity by applying modern development tools and practices.

Skills

Python

C++

Bash scripting

Linux

English communication

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Git

Job description

WorldQuant in New York is seeking a Junior Quant Developer to join the Portfolio Management Solutions team. You will work alongside expert developers and portfolio managers, building systems, interfaces, and tools to support day-to-day portfolio management operations.

You will be part of a technically rigorous environment that values clear thinking, strong fundamentals, and a proactive attitude over years of experience, with opportunities to grow quickly within a demanding setting.