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Job description
Swissblock is a private investment firm dedicated to cross-asset investing. We employ a systematic framework that integrates robust algorithmic trading with exhaustive market analysis. We manage a diverse range of multi-strategy portfolios across all major asset classes through dedicated teams, including purely systematic groups.
Responsibilities
- **Alpha Generation:** Support the signal research team in the development, backtesting, and modeling of novel equity alpha signals.
- **Process Refinement:** Maintain a high standard of precision in data cleaning and model validation to ensure the integrity of the signal lifecycle.
- **Systems Architecture:** Design, build, and maintain the proprietary tools and systems underpinning the quantitative signal research pipeline.
Requirements
- **Domain Expertise:** 1-2 years of professional experience in equity quantitative research, specifically focused on signal research for systematic strategies.
- **Meticulous Execution:** Attention to detail and a highly process-oriented approach to research.
- **Analytical Rigor:** Problem-solving abilities and the capacity to translate complex mathematical concepts into tradable strategies.
- **Technical Proficiency:** Programming skills (e.g., Python) with a sound understanding of data structures, standard statistics, and data algorithms.
- **Academic Excellence:** A Masters or PhD from a top-tier institution in a quantitative field (Applied Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, or Quantitative Finance).
- **Character:** Strong work ethic and a collaborative mindset.
- **Communication:** Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills in English.
Conditions
- **Ownership & Impact:** A collaborative, high-ownership environment and excellent colleagues.
- **Growth & Development:** Empowerment and career development that grows with the business.
- **Remote-Friendly Culture:** Modern office in Baar, Switzerland, with the flexibility to work remotely several days per week.
- **Compensation:** Competitive compensation, including a performance-based annual bonus.
- **Time Off:** 25 days of paid leave.
- **Community:** Regular company events.
- **Benefits:** Progressive social benefits.
About Swissblock
Swissblock Technologies AG is a private wealth manager and crypto hedge fund specializing in crypto and cross-asset investing, employing algorithmic trading and market analysis to identify opportunities in digital assets and global macro markets. The company trades and invests in cryptocurrencies and other financial assets for affiliated group companies or its own assets.