Quantitative Analyst - Software Guidance & Assistance

Software Guidance & Assistance, Inc., (SGA), is searching for a Quantitative Analyst for a contract assignment with one of our premier financial services clients in New Jersey.

Responsibilities :

• Maintain and enhance in-house fixed income risk models.
• Design and produce model performance metrics and reports to support communications with both internal model users and external supervisors.
• Independently format and validate analysis results to ensure quality.

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of working experience and must have 3+ years of hands-on experience in quantitative models, research, with deep understanding in fixed income and/or market risk.
• Fluent in at least one high level programming language (Python, C++, Java, etc.).
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication skills, both oral and written.
• Master's degree or above in a quantitative field of study.

Preferred Skills:

• Familiarity with SQL is a plus.
• Knowledge of treasury securities and/or mortgage-backed securities pricing and VaR modeling a big plus.

SGA is a technology and resource solutions provider driven to stand out. We are a women-owned business. Our mission: to solve big IT problems with a more personal, boutique approach. Each year, we match consultants like you to more than 1,000 engagements. When we say let's work better together, we mean it. You'll join a diverse team built on these core values: customer service, employee development, and quality and integrity in everything we do. Be yourself, love what you do and find your passion at work. Please find us at https://sgainc.com/ .

SGA is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate on the basis of Race, Color, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, Religion, National Origin, Disability, Veteran Status, Age, Marital Status, Pregnancy, Genetic Information, or Other Legally Protected Status. We are committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities in employment, and our services, programs, and activities. Please visit our company EEO page to request an accommodation or assistance regarding our policy.