Quantitative Developer

Selby Jennings
London
1 year ago
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A Leading Tier 1 Investment Bank is looking for a VP / C++ Quantitative Developer to join their Market Architecture team in London, with a strong focus on Exotic Rates.

This position is centred on leading the development of the Analytic Service - a key initiative to revamp API's and enhance the interaction between analytic libraries, IT systems, and Front Office. The candidate will work closely with various teams, with core responsibilities including driving the development of the Analytic service, assisting with library integration into the new systems, and collaborating with Front Office and Technology to advance the tech stack across multiple platforms.

Role Purpose:

To design, develop, implement, and support advanced mathematical, statistical, and machine learning models, enabling more informed business decision-making.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create and deliver cutting-edge analytics and modelling solutions to address complex business challenges using domain expertise.
  • Collaborate with Technology to identify and provide necessary dependencies, including data, development environments, and tools for analytical solutions.
  • Develop high-performance, well-documented analytics and modelling tools, validating them with business users and independent validation teams.
  • Ensure models and analytics are implemented in stable, accurate, well-tested software, collaborating with Technology to operationalise them.
  • Provide ongoing support to maintain the continued effectiveness of analytics and modelling solutions for end users.
  • Adhere to all Risk Management Policies, particularly around Model Risk.
  • Ensure all development activities comply with the established control framework.

Vice President Expectations:

  • Offer strategic advice to key stakeholders, including leadership and senior management, on both functional and cross-functional business impacts.
  • Proactively assess and manage risks in support of governance and control objectives.
  • Lead and take ownership of risk management and controls associated with your team's work.
  • Demonstrate a deep understanding of organisational functions to drive business success.
  • Collaborate across functions to align with business strategies and stay informed on business activities.
  • Develop innovative solutions through in-depth analysis, drawing on sophisticated analytical thinking to compare and select among complex options.
  • Leverage extensive research in the problem-solving process.
  • Build and nurture relationships with both internal and external stakeholders to meet key business goals, using negotiation and influence to achieve desired outcomes.

To express interest in this position, please send your CV to:

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