Front Office Engineering

Posted:
12/5/2024, 6:57:51 AM

Location(s):
New York, United States ⋅ New York, New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Mid Level ⋅ Senior

Field(s):
Software Engineering

We see the world differently at Capstone Investment Advisors. You will, too.

Capstone is one of the world’s leading asset management firms in derivatives and complementary strategies. With approximately $10.4 billion of AUM and over 300 employees (as of June 1, 2024), Capstone was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Milan, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Stamford, and Boston.

For over 20 years, across market cycles, we have identified anomalies, tracked dislocations, and capitalized on opportunities to deliver for our investors. Our approach is built on a different way of investing, working together to innovate new strategies and solutions. Together, we explore the overlooked in the pursuit of lasting results for our clients.

With our sophisticated, global client base, we recognize that our success is deeply connected to real people. For that reason, we take a human approach to everything we do, focusing largely on collaborative performance. Our workflow and process are built around the belief that by sharing ideas, we achieve greater outcomes. This gives you greater access to resources, direct exposure to senior leadership, and new opportunities to experiment and innovate.

 

The Team:

The front office engineering team is responsible for developing the risk and pricing platform that our investment teams rely on to deliver outstanding returns to our clients.  We’re looking for highly motivated software engineer with a passion for technology and markets.  You’ll partner with our portfolio managers, quant researchers and other teams across the firm to deliver cutting edge solutions to interesting problems.  

The ideal candidate possesses exceptional problem-solving skills, a collaborative mentality, and an ability to bring innovative ideas to life. The role offers great exposure to the many and varied areas of the hedge fund. 

Responsibilities and Impact:

  • Contribute to our state-of-the-art cross-asset risk & trading platform, empowering risk management and decision making across our global investment teams.
  • Develop the firm’s global pricing technology.
  • Work closely with our investment teams to deliver intuitive solutions to their problems.
  • Collaborate with other highly skilled engineers across the technology team and the firm to tackle complex technical challenges.

Our future colleague has these skills:

  • Minimum bachelor’s degree in computer science or related field 
  • Experience building production level software in Java and Python
  • Experience working with at least one financial asset class
  • Basic experience with SQL
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Collaborative team player with strong verbal communication skills and experience working with stakeholders
  • 5+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy or sell side)

Bonus skills:

  • 8+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy or sell side)
  • Deep product knowledge in the equity asset class
  • Deep knowledge in building enterprise solutions in C++

Benefits and Compensation Information: 

Our team is our most important asset and investment. We value and respect our colleagues and their well-being inside and outside the workplace and our culture reflects this.  We offer a robust and competitive benefits program to ensure the well-being of our colleagues.

The applicable base salary range for this role is $170,000 - $190,000 USD. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Some benefits included in this role are:

  • Training and development opportunities

  • Robust Wellness Resources: Physical, Mental and Financial

  • Time-Off, Retirement and Commuter Benefits

  • Gym Reimbursement and other Discounts

Equal Opportunity Employer: 

Capstone is committed to creating an inclusive environment where we welcome people of different backgrounds. Capstone considers applications for employment without regard to all applicable protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, parental status, veteran status, or disability status.

To learn even more about being part of the team, visit us online: Careers - Capstone (capstoneco.com)

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