Senior Quant Developer - Risk Tech (Hybrid NY)

MPA Recruitment; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid & flexible working

Global opportunities

Continuous learning

Clear progression

Healthcare

Flexible holiday

Referral bonuses

Job summary

Data Intellect in New York is seeking a Senior Quant Developer to join the Risk Technology team responsible for modernising and enhancing a critical risk management platform. You will design and implement quantitative models and analytics used in risk, hedging, and portfolio valuation.

The role offers hybrid working with global client exposure and opportunities to influence production systems. You will collaborate with engineering and frontline colleagues to deliver production-ready analytics

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (Master's or PhD preferred) in a quantitative discipline such as Financial Mathematics, Quantitative Finance, Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, or Engineering.
• Strong analytical and mathematical background with proven experience developing quantitative models.
• Significant industry experience within capital markets, risk management, quantitative research or quantitative development.
• Deep understanding of risk analytics, portfolio valuation and hedging methodologies.
• Ability to design and build models independently from concept through implementation.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with both quantitative and engineering teams.
• Experience delivering business value quickly within complex financial environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and implement quantitative models and analytics used within risk management and portfolio valuation systems.
• Build sophisticated risk, hedging, and portfolio optimisation tools, including analytics related to position management, hedge effectiveness, and optimal hedge sizing.
• Work closely with Core Engineering teams to integrate quantitative models into scalable production platforms.
• Contribute to the modernisation of the firm's risk technology architecture and analytical capabilities.
• Translate business requirements into robust quantitative solutions.
• Validate and enhance existing risk methodologies, ensuring accuracy, performance, and practical applicability.
• Support the evolution of risk metrics and portfolio analytics across multiple asset classes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across Risk, Technology, and Front Office functions.

Skills

Analytical skills

Mathematical modeling

Capital markets

Quantitative development

Communication

Production analytics

Education

Financial Mathematics

Quantitative Finance

Mathematics

Statistics

Physics

Engineering

Tools

C++

Java

C#

Job description

Data Intellect in New York is seeking a Senior Quant Developer to join the Risk Technology team responsible for modernising and enhancing a critical risk management platform. You will design and implement quantitative models and analytics used in risk, hedging, and portfolio valuation.

The role offers hybrid working with global client exposure and opportunities to influence production systems. You will collaborate with engineering and frontline colleagues to deliver production-ready analytics