Java Quant Developer

Java Quant Developer

The role focuses on quantitative development and optimization tools, requiring a blend of software development skills and a strong mathematics background. The developer will work on internal applications, primarily a tool used for portfolio management and optimization, which is a critical production tool for traders, portfolio managers, and analysts. The tool is developed in-house and written in Java, but the client is open to candidates with experience in other programming languages, particularly those with a strong quantitative and analytical skill set. Pay : $85 - $95 / hr W2.

Responsibilities :

• Develop and maintain quantitative optimization tools used for portfolio management.
• Collaborate with traders, portfolio managers, and analysts to understand their needs and enhance the tool's functionality.
• Work on rebalancing portfolios subject to regulations and constraints.
• Ensure the tool closely replicates benchmarks or model portfolios.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering to deployment.
• Write clean, scalable, and efficient code primarily in Java, with potential use of other languages like Python and MATLAB for scripting and analysis.
• Convert existing modules from MATLAB or other scientific computing languages into production-ready software.
• Maintain and enhance the tool's integration with industry data sets such as Bloomberg and Reuters.

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Education Requirements :

Skills, experience, and other compensable factors will be considered when determining pay rate. The pay range provided in this posting reflects a W2 hourly rate; other employment options may be available that may result in pay outside of the provided range.

Eliassen Group is a leading strategic consulting company for human-powered solutions. For over 30 years, Eliassen has helped thousands of companies reach further and achieve more with their technology solutions, financial, risk & compliance, and advisory solutions, and clinical solutions. With offices from coast to coast and throughout Europe, Eliassen provides a local community presence, balanced with international reach. Eliassen Group strives to positively impact the lives of their employees, clients, consultants, and the communities in which they operate. Eliassen Group is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.