Senior Quantitative Analyst - Trading Systems & APIs

Indsafri; South Africa; On-site; ZAR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in South Africa is seeking a candidate with expertise in financial analysis and quantitative risk management. The role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams, providing training, and ensuring alignment with market needs. Applicants should have relevant degrees and substantial experience in trading applications such as Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso. Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills are essential for success in this position.

Qualifications

• Proven project management capability from requirements gathering through delivery and validation.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving ability, including complex system analysis.
• Leadership capability with experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple workstreams.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document existing trading functionality.
• Provide expert support and training to internal teams and platform users.
• Conduct regular product reviews to ensure alignment with market needs.

Skills

Cross Asset Trading and Risk – Quantitative Analysis

X Valuations and Analytics

Python

C++

C#

SQL

VBA

R

MATLAB

Java

Education

BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science)

BSc in Financial Engineering

BSc in Actuarial Science and Financial Mathematics

CQF – Certificate in Quantitative Finance

CFA – Chartered Financial Analyst

Tools

Front Arena

Murex

Calypso

Job description

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document existing non-linear trading functionality and its use within the business.
• Analyse the financial costs of risk and uncertainty.
• Play a lead role in solutioning future trading integration requirements through existing APIs and backend integration.
• Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure seamless communication and execution of in‑flight projects.
• Provide expert support and training to internal teams and platform users.
• Conduct regular product reviews and updates to ensure alignment with market needs.

Qualifications

• BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science)
• BSc in Financial Engineering
• BSc in Actuarial Science and Financial Mathematics
• CQF – Certificate in Quantitative Finance
• CFA – Chartered Financial Analyst

Experience & Skills

• Cross Asset Trading and Risk – Quantitative Analysis
• X Valuations and Analytics
• Deep expertise in trading applications such as Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso
• Strong software skills: Python, C++, C#, SQL, VBA, R, MATLAB, Java
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving ability, including complex system analysis
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Proven project management capability from requirements gathering through delivery and validation
• Strong understanding of financial modelling, risk management practices, and regulatory requirements
• Leadership capability with experience managing cross-functional teams and multiple workstreams
• High adaptability to changing market conditions and evolving technology
• Strong client and stakeholder relationship management skills
• Strategic mindset with the ability to align delivery with broader business objectives

Skills

Java Python SQL C++ Calypso Front Arena Murex matlab