V.I.E. QIS Quantitative Developer - IT (Information Technology) - New York, New York, United States

Societe Generale

$100K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Master's degree in Finance from a Business/Engineering School or University
  • Strong proficiency in Python programming
  • Familiarity with QIS structuring preferred
  • Fluent in English, both written and spoken
  • Solid background in financial mathematics
  • Knowledge of Option Pricing theory
  • Experience with AI development tools a plus

Responsibilities

  • Develop and enhance backtesting frameworks for quantitative strategies
  • Collaborate with QIS engineers to convert models into robust code
  • Conduct analyses and generate reports on existing strategies
  • Create automated performance analysis reports for indices
  • Design and maintain scalable data pipelines for financial data
  • Ensure code quality and performance through best practices
  • Contribute to AI solutions for improved efficiency in equity processes

Benefits

  • International development experience in New York
  • Opportunity to work with top financial teams
  • Focus on cutting-edge quantitative strategies
  • Engagement in innovative AI-driven projects
  • Professional development in a global context
Full Job Description
ResponsibilitiesYou will be part of the EQD Quantitative Investment Strategy (QIS) Team.You will work on the conception, pricing and promotion of Quantitative Investment Strategies (known as SGI). You will work with the Sales and Trading departments on the negotiation and execution of those deals.You will develop your skills in developing, testing and optimizing research tools, pricers and backtesting frameworks for systematic strategy development and be involved in the structuration of these strategies.Key responsibilities include:Developing and improving backtesting frameworks used for the development of quantitative investment strategiesCollaborating closely with QIS engineers to translate models and systematic strategy ideas into robust codeDiscussing with trading on specific analysis and reporting we have to compute for existing strategiesDeveloping automatic reports and performances analysis of different existing indicesDesigning, implementing and maintaining scalable data pipelines for processing large volumes of financial time series and market dataEnsuring code quality and performance through version control, documentation, testing and code review practicesContribute to the design, development, and implementation of agentic AI solutions to enhance the efficiency and automation of the Equity Engineering team's processesA questionnaire will be provided to you in order to check your VIE (Société Générale and Business France) eligibility. For an efficient analysis of your application, please make sure to truthfully answer all the questions.Kindly note that it is also mandatory to provide us with a formal proof of your M2 diploma validation before the assignment start date. No VIE mission will start without this document. *Grade sheets are not accepted as justification of the diploma.Profile requiredPLEASE NOTE that since this program is primarily an international development program, candidates cannot apply to a VIE assignment in their own country of citizenship.To facilitate the examination of your application by our English-speaking managers, we thank you for applying in English.Studies & experience:Graduate with a Master's degree from a Business/Engineering School or Universitywith a specialization in FinanceVery STRONG coding (Python) knowledgeA previous experience in QIS structuring would be appreciated Language skills:Fluent in English, both written and spokenOperational, technical & soft skills:Good communication and presentation skillsHave a solid level in financial mathematicsHave a good knowledge in the theory of Option PricingHave very strong level of computer skills (such as Python, Git, Database (SQL and/or MongoDB), ...)Exposure to AI-assisted development tools and AI-driven automation initiatives is a strong assetHave good team spirit and capacity to work as a teamHave strong motivationHave strong commitment Have a high level of curiosity Be easy to work withBe able to think outside the box The VIE assignment in a nutshellThis VIE in New York is to begin January 1st, 2027, but you need to plan 3 months between your application date and the beginning of your VIE assignment. It will last 18 months.In case a visa is necessary, please make sure your passport is valid up to 6 months after the end of the VIE contract to not delay your departure.The VIE is a specific contract, under Business France's eligibility criteria, opened to candidates under 28 and from the member states of the European Economic Space. For further information (including your financial indemnities), please see Mon VIE-VIA Business France.

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