Senior Associate, Investment Engineering & Analytics

CPP Investments

$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in finance, engineering, computer science, mathematics, or related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in finance or investment management.
  • Proficient in Python/SQL and familiar with production development tools.
  • Knowledge of factor investing, asset pricing, and modern portfolio theory.
  • Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Commitment to principles of integrity, partnership, and high performance.

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to developing a quantitative investment platform for systematic macro strategies.
  • Oversee daily operations and support portfolio managers with live portfolios.
  • Collaborate with researchers to innovate and enhance processes.
  • Uphold high coding standards and influence architecture in an AI-driven context.
  • Mentor junior team members to foster their professional growth.

Benefits

  • Access to cutting-edge AI tools.
  • Dedicated learning time for skill development.
  • Practical support to enhance impact in role.
  • Commitment to diversity and equitable access in employment.
Full Job Description
Role Summary:

The Investment Engineering & Analytics (IEA) group within the Capital Markets and Factor Investing (CMF) department develops and manages the data and analytics ecosystem for CMF investment strategies. The ecosystem includes foundational data, investment signals, production models, advanced analytical tools, and is integral to CMF's portfolio management and research activities.

We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Senior Associate to join the IEA team to work directly with researchers and portfolio managers to support systematic investment strategies. The successful candidate will be empowered to take ownership of results and deliver end-to-end engineering solutions, from raw data to strategy implementation.

Accountabilities & Qualifications:

Accountabilities
  • Contribute to the development of a quantitative investment platform with a focus on systematic macro strategies, which can include everything from building robust data pipelines, developing new analytics, and implementing strategies.
  • Take ownership in the daily operation and provide support to portfolio managers to manage live portfolios.
  • Participate in research meetings and collaborate with researchers to innovate and drive improvements across all aspects of the process.
  • Champion high coding standards and help shape the architecture in an evolving AI world.
  • Mentor junior colleagues to assist in their growth and development.


Qualifications
  • Bachelor's degree in finance, engineering, computer science, mathematics, or a related field.
  • 5-7 years of experience in a related role within finance or investment management.
  • Programming experience in Python/SQL and knowledge of production development processes and tools.
  • Familiarity with factor investing, asset pricing, and modern portfolio theory.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
  • Exemplify our Guiding Principles of Integrity, Partnership, and High Performance.


You are motivated to contribute to something larger than yourself, approach complex challenges with rigor, and hold yourself to high standards in a collaborative, performance-driven environment.

We provide colleagues with cutting-edge AI tools, dedicated learning time, and practical support to help them deliver with greater impact.

Inclusion & Accessibility

CPP Investments is committed to equitable access to employment and building a workforce that reflects diverse talent and perspectives. If you require accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know and we will work with you to meet your needs.

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