Position Overview:
We are looking for an Analyst to work in in collaboration with the Research, Portfolio Management and Data teams to develop and implement new models, architect solutions and build powerful analytic tools.  This is an exceptional opportunity to help build out alpha, risk and portfolio analysis systems at Acadian as part of an entrepreneurial team.  The successful candidate will be integral to developing the platform and infrastructure for quantitative models used in Acadian’s equity products. As a member of the investment team, this person will closely collaborate with PMs, quantitative researchers and integration analysts.
 
Responsibilities:

• Build systems to gather, cleanse and integrate data from various sources for research and modelling needs.
• Implement, validate and enhance Acadian’s data platform and model infrastructure.
• Build, test and enhance new forecast models.
• Apply advanced algorithms from the field of quantitative finance, computational science, etc. to assist in the research of economic and financial variables.
• Work with quantitative portfolio managers to build tools and software libraries to advance analytics platforms using machine learning techniques.

 
Qualifications:

• 1-2 years of experience as a quantitative developer preferably for an investment firm.
• Bachelor’s degree with an outstanding academic record in a technical field such as mathematics, science, machine learning or engineering; Master’s degree or CFA preferred.
• Hands on development experience with at least two of the following Python (Numpy, Scipy, Pandas), Spark, Matlab, SQL, ETL, Java, Scala, C++/C# or R.
• Familiar with AWS technologies is a plus.
• Familiar with financial data series, building and optimizing database structures and operating data delivery platforms.
• Advanced analytic skills and the ability to clearly articulate the approach, process and results in verbal, graphical and written form.
• Creativity, enthusiasm, collegiality and the ability to excel in a self-starting environment.
• Drive and humility to deliver on high value projects and roll up your sleeves attitude.