Financial Engineer

MerQube is an innovative fintech firm, leading the development of cutting-edge technology for indexing and rules-based investing. MerQube offers design and calculation solutions for complex rules-based strategies. Launched in 2019 in New York and San Francisco by a team of index industry veterans and technology experts, MerQube was created to provide a technology focused alternative.

MerQube designs and calculates a wide variety of indices, ranging from thematic to ESG, QIS and delta one, while covering multi-asset, equities, futures as well as options. Leveraging cloud-based architecture and today's most advanced index-tracking technology, MerQube's platform enables its clients to bring ideas to market quickly and efficiently.

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Financial Engineer to join our team in Manhattan, New York. Reporting to the Financial Engineering Manager, you will play a crucial role in modeling, creating, backtesting, and launching cutting-edge index strategies primarily focused on options.

• →Develop, model, and backtest new index strategies using Python, with a focus on financial data management.
• →Collaborate with the Financial Engineering team to create MerQube branded financial engines and indexing strategies for major financial institutions.
• →Interface directly with clients and the platform engineering team, automating processes for daily and historical calculations to construct powerful financial engines.
• →Utilize advanced programming skills, especially in Python, to implement distributed systems and adhere to general software engineering principles.
• →Work with options data sets and applications such as FactSet, Reuters.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Sciences or a quantitative field (Finance, Mathematics, Data Science, Economics, or Engineering) with equivalent work experience.
• Proficiency in Python programming, with a focus on financial data management.
• Strong options knowledge, including pricing, greeks, and portfolio applications is highly desirable.
• Strong interest in financial markets and the intersection of software and quantitative finance.
• Experience with financial data sets and applications (FactSet, Reuters, Morningstar, Bloomberg, Axioma, Barra).
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with both clients and internal teams.

At MerQube, we foster a collaborative, fast-moving environment where team members can grow and expand their technical, financial, and leadership skills. We prioritize wellness, work-life balance, and offer flexible working arrangements. We celebrate diversity and welcome team members from all backgrounds, encouraging continuous learning and career growth while playing a key role in transforming the financial industry.