Capgemini

Principal Engineer, Market Risk Technology

Capgemini$103K — $128K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Degree in a quantitative or technical field (Computer Science, Financial Mathematics, Financial Engineering)
  • Expert-level experience with big data technologies, particularly Apache Spark
  • Proven experience with OLAP databases (Apache Pinot, Apache Druid, Trino)
  • Strong programming skills in Python, Java, and/or Scala, plus expert-level SQL proficiency
  • Background in computer science concepts including data structures and algorithms
  • Mindset for 'AI-first' development
  • Experience or strong interest in Natural Language Processing (NLP) applications

Responsibilities

  • Architect and build scalable data pipelines for processing trade-level PV calculations
  • Develop and optimize aggregation jobs using Apache Spark
  • Design and deliver intelligent data APIs for risk data access
  • Integrate NLP capabilities for intuitive query-based data exploration
  • Load and model datasets into high-performance OLAP engines
  • Build interactive analytical tools and dashboards on the OLAP layer
  • Collaborate with senior stakeholders to understand analytical needs and deliver solutions

Benefits

  • Paid time off (12-25 days based on grade), holidays, personal days, and sick leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k), RRSP)
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
Full Job Description


Job Location

Job is located in NJ - Onsite Hybrid

Your Role

Your Role and Impact

As a Senior Technologist, you will be at the heart of the action, designing the systems that power our most sophisticated risk-based calculations. You will take the raw, trade-level Present Value (PV) outputs from our Historical VaR and FRTB Expected Shortfall engines and transform them into a strategic data asset.
Your impact will be immediate and far-reaching. You will build the data pipelines that handle immense volumes, create intelligent APIs that democratize data access, and leverage cutting-edge OLAP and NLP technologies to provide unparalleled drill-down and analytical capabilities. You will be the go-to expert who empowers senior stakeholders in the Markets and Risk organizations to make faster, smarter decisions.

Key Responsibilities
Architect and build robust, scalable data pipelines to ingest and process billions of trade-level PV calculations from various stress engines.
Develop and optimize large-scale aggregation jobs using Apache Spark, ensuring high performance and efficiency.
Design and deliver a suite of 'intelligent data APIs' that provide flexible, on-demand access to both aggregated and non-aggregated risk data for teams across the firm.
Integrate Natural Language Processing (NLP) capabilities to create intuitive, query-based interfaces for data exploration, lowering the barrier to entry for complex analytics.
Load and model massive aggregated datasets into high-performance OLAP engines like Apache Pinot, Apache Druid, and Trino.
Build powerful, interactive analytical tools and dashboards on top of the OLAP layer, providing summary views and lightning-fast drill-down capabilities.
Partner directly with senior stakeholders in the Front Office, Quantitative teams, and Risk Management to understand their analytical needs and deliver innovative solutions.

What We're Looking For
A true passion for data, analytics, and solving complex problems at massive scale.
A degree in a quantitative or technical field such as Computer Science, Financial Mathematics, or Financial Engineering.
Expert-level, hands-on experience with big data technologies, particularly Apache Spark.
Proven experience with high-performance OLAP databases such as Apache Pinot, Apache Druid, or Trino.
Strong programming skills in Python, Java and/or Scala, and expert-level SQL.
Strong background in fundamental computer science concepts, including data structures and algorithms.
A mindset for 'AI-first' development, constantly looking for ways to embed intelligence into systems.
Experience or a strong interest in applying Natural Language Processing (NLP) to data access and analytics.

The base compensation range for this role in the posted location is: 103330 to 128656

Capgemini provides compensation range information in accordance with applicable national, state, provincial, and local pay transparency laws. The base compensation range listed for this position reflects the minimum and maximum target compensation Capgemini, in good faith, believes it may pay for the role at the time of this posting. This range may be subject to change as permitted by law.

The actual compensation offered to any candidate may fall outside of the posted range and will be determined based on multiple factors legally permitted in the applicable jurisdiction.

These may include, but are not limited to: Geographic location, Education and qualifications, Certifications and licenses, Relevant experience and skills, Seniority and performance, Market and business consideration, Internal pay equity.

It is not typical for candidates to be hired at or near the top of the posted compensation range.

In addition to base salary, this role may be eligible for additional compensation such as variable incentives, bonuses, or commissions, depending on the position and applicable laws.

Capgemini offers a comprehensive, non-negotiable benefits package to all regular, full-time employees. In the U.S. and Canada, available benefits are determined by local policy and eligibility and may include:
  • Paid time off based on employee grade (A-F), defined by policy: Vacation: 12-25 days, depending on grade, Company paid holidays, Personal Days, Sick Leave
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage (or provincial healthcare coordination in Canada)
  • Retirement savings plans (e.g., 401(k) in the U.S., RRSP in Canada)
  • Life and disability insurance
  • Employee assistance programs
  • Other benefits as provided by local policy and eligibility

Important Notice: Compensation (including bonuses, commissions, or other forms of incentive pay) is not considered earned, vested, or payable until it becomes due under the terms of applicable plans or agreements and is subject to Capgemini's discretion, consistent with applicable laws. The Company reserves the right to amend or withdraw compensation programs at any time, within the limits of applicable legislation.

About Capgemini

Capgemini is a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology and engineering services. The company is headquartered in Paris, France and operates in over 50 countries. Capgemini provides a range of services including strategy and transformation, application services, technology services, and engineering services. The company serves clients in a variety of industries including automotive, consumer products, financial services, healthcare, and retail.
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