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OVERVIEW

We are looking for a software developer with expertise in python to work on a Quantitative Portfolio Management Team here at Balyasny. You will work on projects related to web-based data platform development, data engineering and research, trading system development, and data-driven idea generation. This is an excellent opportunity to work on a Portfolio Management team at a leading hedge fund, offering hands-on experience at the intersection of fundamental investing, data engineering, data analysis, and quantitative strategy research.

RESPONSIBILITIES

  • Maintain and improve data analytics web platform built in Python Django + React. Develop new features and functionality
  • Enhance trading system functionality
  • Develop data engineering pipelines
  • Ingest and analyze alternative datasets. Develop data visualization and analytics projects
  • Conduct independent research on various new datasets and help develop actual trading strategies

QUALIFICATIONS & REQUIRMENTS

  • Bachelors/Masters’ degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Financial Engineering or a related quantitative field
  • Expertise in Python 3.x and SQL databases
  • Experience with AWS / cloud computing
  • Experience in React/JS a plus
  • Working knowledge in math, statistics and data analysis; familiar with Python data analysis libraries like NumPy, Pandas, etc.
  • Self-starter, results-driven attitude and ability to multitask
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, outstanding attention to detail and strong organization skills