Quant Specialist

Paris, 75, FR

ABOUT CFM

Founded in 1991, we are a global quantitative and systematic asset management firm applying a scientific approach to finance to develop alternative investment strategies that create value for our clients.
We value innovation, dedication, collaboration, and the ability to make an impact. Together, we create a stimulating environment for talented and passionate experts in research, technology, and business to explore new ideas and challenge existing assumptions.

ABOUT THE ROLE

You will be working in our Research department, at the heart of CFM's business and comprising over 100 people. Based on data analysis, the Research team develops our trading strategies.

More specifically, you will report to our Portfolio team, whose role is to optimize the management of our portfolios.

You will be required to carry out the following tasks:

- Monitor our production chain and provide appropriate solutions

- Design and develop research tools

- Improve the calibration of our systematic decision-making processes

- Improve visualisation and reporting tools

- Develop statistical methods for the analysis of our models

- Interact with both IT and research teams

SKILLSET REQUIREMENTS/QUALIFICATIONS

- Scientific degree (master's or doctorate): engineering school, mathematics, physics, computer science

- First professional experience preferred

- Proficiency in Python

- Interest in data analysis and experience in linear algebra, optimization, statistics…

- Experience in code design and collaborative coding projects

- Good command of English

- Dynamic and rigorous

- Strong teamwork and communication skills

- Knowledge of market finance is not a prerequisite but is a plus

EQUAL OPPORTUNITIES STATEMENT

We are continuously striving to be an equal opportunity employer and we prohibit any discrimination based on sex, disability, origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, race, or religion. We believe that our diversity, breadth of experience, and multiple points of view are among the leading factors in our success.
CFM is a signatory of the Women Empowerment Principles.