Software Developer

The Phoenix Group; New York; Hybrid; USD 130,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

The Phoenix Group Advisors is seeking a talented software engineer to build and refine statistical models for systematic trading strategies and to develop distributed systems capable of analyzing real-time data streams.

You will create tools to support advanced mathematical and computational modeling, collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable technical solutions, and commit to continuous learning in a fast-evolving tech landscape.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Strong programming skills in Python, C++, Java, or similar languages.
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software development best practices.
• Experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, or quantitative analysis is a plus.
• Demonstrated ability to develop scalable, reliable software solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build and refine statistical models for systematic trading strategies.
• Develop distributed systems capable of analyzing and responding to real-time data streams.
• Create tools to support advanced mathematical and computational modeling.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable technical solutions.
• Engage in continuous learning to stay ahead in a fast-evolving technological landscape.

Skills

Programming skills

Data structures & algorithms

ML/Stat modeling

Scalable software

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

AWS

Azure

GCP

Job description

What You'll Do Day-to-Day:

• Build and refine statistical models for systematic trading strategies
• Develop distributed systems capable of analyzing and responding to real-time data streams
• Create tools to support advanced mathematical and computational modeling
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement scalable technical solutions
• Engage in continuous learning to stay ahead in a fast-evolving technological landscape

Required Skills:

• Strong programming skills (Python, C++, Java, or similar languages)
• Solid understanding of data structures, algorithms, and software development best practices
• Experience with statistical modeling, machine learning, or quantitative analysis is a plus
• Demonstrated ability to develop scalable, reliable software solutions
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical thinking skills

Nice to Have Skills:

• Experience with distributed systems or cloud computing platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Familiarity with financial markets or trading systems
• Knowledge of mathematical modeling or statistical analysis tools and frameworks
• Prior experience in developing real-time data processing applications

Preferred Education and Experience:

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field
• Significant software development experience, with open to candidates across experience levels

The Phoenix Group Advisors is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace and prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or veteran status. We strive to attract talented individuals from all backgrounds and provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment.