Raymond James Financial
Financial Quantitative Analyst, Fixed Income
Raymond James Financial, Jersey City, New Jersey, United States, 07310
Data Analyst
Analyze data to draw insights, patterns and conclusions that will enable the business to improve their products, services, processes or to develop new strategies. Must be adept at handling large, complex datasets and developing and applying robust analytical processes including data cleaning, data interpretation models, forecasting, pattern identification and trend analysis. As well as studying product and process-related data, may also be involved in studying environmental conditions in which the firm operates, competitor behavior, or other data sources. Requires knowledge of tools and methods including statistics, artificial intelligence and machine learning. DUTIES: Research or develop analytical tools to address issues such as bond portfolio construction or optimization, performance measurement, attribution, profit and loss measurement, or bond pricing models. Conceptualize valuation strategies, develop and continuously improve upon mathematical models, and help translate algorithms into code. Back test and implement bond trading models and signals in an active, live trading environment. Develop core analytical capabilities or model libraries, using advanced statistical, quantitative techniques. Apply mathematical or statistical techniques to address practical issues in finance, such as derivative valuation, securities trading, risk management, or financial market regulation. REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Quantitative discipline such as Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related science field. Three (3) years in any occupation with research experience in quantitative research. Three (3) years in any occupation with research experience in quantitative research must include: Experience with computational science modeling, stochastic differential modeling, machine learning modeling; Experience in at least one programming language such as C, C++, Java, or Python; Experience in probability and statistics (machine learning, time-series analysis, pattern recognition, NLP); Databases Oracle and SQL Server; Cloud computing such as AWS, Oracle Cloud; Analytical packages such as R, Scikit-learn, or TensorFlow; One or more scientific publication submission(s) for conferences, journals or public repositories; and Experience performing an in-depth research project, examining financial data. SALARY: $135,000 - $136,000 per year At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to:
Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm At Raymond James
as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.
Analyze data to draw insights, patterns and conclusions that will enable the business to improve their products, services, processes or to develop new strategies. Must be adept at handling large, complex datasets and developing and applying robust analytical processes including data cleaning, data interpretation models, forecasting, pattern identification and trend analysis. As well as studying product and process-related data, may also be involved in studying environmental conditions in which the firm operates, competitor behavior, or other data sources. Requires knowledge of tools and methods including statistics, artificial intelligence and machine learning. DUTIES: Research or develop analytical tools to address issues such as bond portfolio construction or optimization, performance measurement, attribution, profit and loss measurement, or bond pricing models. Conceptualize valuation strategies, develop and continuously improve upon mathematical models, and help translate algorithms into code. Back test and implement bond trading models and signals in an active, live trading environment. Develop core analytical capabilities or model libraries, using advanced statistical, quantitative techniques. Apply mathematical or statistical techniques to address practical issues in finance, such as derivative valuation, securities trading, risk management, or financial market regulation. REQUIREMENTS: Master's degree in Quantitative discipline such as Statistics, Mathematics, Economics, Computer Science, or a related science field. Three (3) years in any occupation with research experience in quantitative research. Three (3) years in any occupation with research experience in quantitative research must include: Experience with computational science modeling, stochastic differential modeling, machine learning modeling; Experience in at least one programming language such as C, C++, Java, or Python; Experience in probability and statistics (machine learning, time-series analysis, pattern recognition, NLP); Databases Oracle and SQL Server; Cloud computing such as AWS, Oracle Cloud; Analytical packages such as R, Scikit-learn, or TensorFlow; One or more scientific publication submission(s) for conferences, journals or public repositories; and Experience performing an in-depth research project, examining financial data. SALARY: $135,000 - $136,000 per year At Raymond James our associates use five guiding behaviors (Develop, Collaborate, Decide, Deliver, Improve) to deliver on the firm's core values of client-first, integrity, independence and a conservative, long-term view. We expect our associates at all levels to:
Grow professionally and inspire others to do the same
Work with and through others to achieve desired outcomes
Make prompt, pragmatic choices and act with the client in mind
Take ownership and hold themselves and others accountable for delivering results that matter
Contribute to the continuous evolution of the firm At Raymond James
as part of our people-first culture, we honor, value, and respect the uniqueness, experiences, and backgrounds of all of our Associates. When associates bring their best authentic selves, our organization, clients, and communities thrive. The Company is an equal opportunity employer and makes all employment decisions on the basis of merit and business needs.