Senior Quant QA Engineer: Model Validation & Risk Testing

Jobsbridge; Pasadena (CA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A financial technology company in California is looking for a QA Engineer with expertise in quantitative models and SAS programming. The role involves transforming business requirements into test cases, validating models, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in software development and strong skills in SQL, as well as familiarity with various testing types. The ideal environment is fast-paced, requiring effective problem-solving and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years software development experience in quantitative, statistical, or financial models.
• 2 years programming experience in SAS with familiarity in Base SAS, Macros, PROC SQL, and SAS Enterprise Guide.
• 3 years model validation experience with quantitative applications.

Responsibilities

• Transform quantitative business requirements into test cases for model validation.
• Create, execute, track, and report on test cases for risk management applications.
• Validate business rules, find defects, and execute various testing types as assigned.

Skills

SAS programming

Quantitative analysis

SQL queries

Analytical thinking

Problem-solving skills

Team collaboration

Education

B.S. in Financial Engineering or equivalent

Tools

Quality Center

Jira

Job description

A financial technology company in California is looking for a QA Engineer with expertise in quantitative models and SAS programming. The role involves transforming business requirements into test cases, validating models, and ensuring high-quality deliverables. Candidates should have a minimum of 3 years of experience in software development and strong skills in SQL, as well as familiarity with various testing types. The ideal environment is fast-paced, requiring effective problem-solving and teamwork.