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Quantitative Analyst

Psybergate

South Africa · On-site Contract 1mo ago

About the role

What you will be doing:

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document non-linear trading functionality
  • Analyse the financial costs of risk and uncertainty
  • Lead solutioning of trading integration requirements via APIs and backend systems
  • Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery
  • Provide expert support and training to internal teams and platform users
  • Conduct product reviews and recommend enhancements aligned to market needs

What we are looking for:

  • BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science) / BSc Financial Engineering / BSc Actuarial Science and Financial Mathematics / B.Eng Engineering
  • CQF – Certificate in Quantitative Finance / CFA – Chartered Financial Analyst / FRM – Financial Risk Manager
  • Experience in Cross Asset Trading and Risk (CATR) – Quantitative Analysis
  • Experience in Derivatives Trading (Volatility)
  • Experience in X Valuations and Analytics
  • Proficiency in trading platforms such as Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso
  • Strong programming skills (Python, C++, C#, SQL, VBA, R, Matlab, Java)
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
  • Proven project management experience with end-to-end delivery
  • Understanding of financial modelling and technical environments
  • Knowledge of risk management practices and regulatory requirements
  • Leadership capability and experience managing cross-functional teams
  • Strong adaptability in dynamic market environments
  • Strong client relationship management skills
  • Strategic thinking aligned to business objectives

Please note if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

Skills

C#C++CalypsoCFACQFFront ArenaFRMJavaMatlabMurexPythonRSQLVBA

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