About AQR Capital Management AQR is a global investment management firm built at the intersection of financial theory and practical application. We strive to deliver superior, long-term results for our clients by seeking to filter out market noise to identify and isolate what matters most, and by developing ideas that stand up to rigorous testing. Underpinning this philosophy is an unrelenting commitment to excellence in technology — powering our insights and analysis. This unique combination has made us leaders in alternative and traditional strategies since 1998. AQR takes a systematic, research-driven approach, applying quantitative tools to process fundamental information and manage risk. Our clients include institutional investors, such as pension funds, insurance companies, endowments, foundations and sovereign wealth funds, as well as financial advisors. Job description: The Team Our software engineers are responsible for designing and implementing proprietary systems and tools that drive the quantitative strategy research and implementation that powers AQR. Our development teams are small, motivated, and highly productive. Collaborating side-by-side with researchers and portfolio analysts, you will become intimately familiar with the investment philosophy which drives AQR. Your Role You will be part of our Enterprise Engineering team at AQR, responsible for: Building reusable web libraries and user-facing components for large, complex web applications. Designing and developing browser-based applications for front office trading groups, focusing on data accuracy and performance. Optimizing web applications on both the client side (browser) and server side (web servers) to maximize speed and scalability. Continuously improving web infrastructure to stay current with industry standards What You'll Bring Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science or a related field. 4+ years of professional experience in software application development. Strong command of browser-based technologies including modern ECMAScript (ES6+), CSS3, and HTML5. Proven hands-on experience with Angular 2+ and a solid understanding of RxJS and observable patterns. Proficiency in at least one backend technology: Java, Python, or .NET. Familiarity with AI productivity tools such as GitHub Copilot, Amazon Q, or ChatGPT. Experience with CI/CD pipelines and tools like Jenkins and Git. Knowledge of data visualization libraries such as ag-Grid, Highcharts, or Kendo UI. Strong understanding of user experience (UX) design and data visualization techniques. Familiarity with the full web stack, including browser JavaScript engines, HTTP, web servers, and API performance optimization techniques. Excellent coding, debugging, and analytical skills. Adaptable and proactive, with the ability to contribute to existing products and take initiative in developing proof-of-concepts (POCs) as needed Who You Are You possess thoughtfulness, making you an ideal fit for a collaborative and team-focused environment. You are industrious and keen to learn in a fast-moving and innovative setting. You uphold principles of intellectual honesty, transparency, and openness. You love solving problems of large-scale technology.
AQR is a global investment management firm that aims to provide superior, long-term results for its clients by filtering out market noise, identifying what matters most, and developing ideas through rigorous testing. The firm's commitment to excellence in technology plays a crucial role in powering its insights and analysis, making them leaders in alternative and traditional strategies with over $125 billion in assets under management. AQR takes a systematic, research-driven approach by applying quantitative tools to process fundamental information and manage risk for institutional investors, including pension funds, insurance companies, endowments, foundations, sovereign wealth funds, and financial advisors. The Bengaluru office of AQR is a key component of its global Engineering strategy, where Software engineers work in research, portfolio implementation, trading, and enterprise engineering teams. The Quantitative Research Development (QRD) team collaborates closely with business teams to build quant models, infrastructure, applications, and tools that support quantitative research and investment processes. The Portfolio Implementation team is a part of the QRD team. As a Tech Lead in the Portfolio Implementation Engineering team, your responsibilities include designing and developing a global asset risk estimation system, a high-performance historical simulation engine, portfolio construction systems, portfolio optimization systems, and solutions for implementing business processes that rebalance portfolios based on quantitative models and interface with trading systems to generate orders. You will work with local and global teams of engineers and researchers, leading technology and business-driven projects while also providing guidance and mentorship to junior team members. Qualifications for this role include a Bachelor's/Master's/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline, 10+ years of software development experience, expertise in Java programming, outstanding coding, debugging, and analytical skills, experience in design and architecture, ability to lead technology initiatives, manage multiple workstreams, and guide team members. Knowledge of cloud technologies, containers, other programming languages (Python, C++, Go, Scala), and experience in Finance are desirable. Excellent communication skills, willingness to learn new technologies, and a collaborative, team-oriented mindset are essential qualities for this role. The ideal candidate is mature, thoughtful, and a natural fit for a collaborative, team-oriented culture. They should be hard-working, eager to learn, committed to intellectual integrity, transparency, and openness, and motivated by the transformational effects of technology-at-scale.,
AQR Capital Management is a global investment firm renowned for its unique approach that combines financial theory with practical application. Since 1998, we have been dedicated to achieving tangible, long-term results by focusing on the essential factors that drive success in the financial markets. Our commitment to innovation and rigorous testing has established us as a leader in alternative strategies and traditional portfolio management. As an employee at AQR, you will embody our core values of academic excellence, intellectual honesty, and a relentless pursuit of knowledge. We are passionate about understanding the intricacies of financial markets and are not afraid to challenge assumptions to uncover the truth. Collaboration, transparency, and openness to fresh ideas are the cornerstones of our culture, fostering a spirit of innovation and continuous improvement. Joining the Client Analytics Team at AQR means being part of a dedicated group responsible for developing and maintaining a cutting-edge client data analytics platform. Working closely with Finance, Business Development, and Operations teams, you will play a crucial role in delivering essential data-driven insights to drive informed decision-making. Your responsibilities will include designing, building, and optimizing scalable ETL/ELT processes and data models to support complex business requirements. Collaboration with technology teams to integrate data from various sources, ensuring timely and accurate data delivery, and partnering with business stakeholders to translate requirements into actionable insights will be key aspects of your role. To excel in this position, you should possess a Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, along with at least 5 years of experience in data warehousing and analytics. Strong SQL and data modeling skills are essential, as well as hands-on experience with scalable ETL/ELT solutions, particularly using Talend, SSIS, or similar tools. Proficiency in automating data integrity verification processes, exceptional problem-solving abilities, and a keen eye for detail are crucial. Effective communication, collaboration, and adaptability to a fast-paced environment will also be essential for success in this role. If you are seeking a challenging opportunity to work on innovative projects, collaborate with diverse teams, and contribute to the continued success of a leading global investment firm, we invite you to explore a career with AQR Capital Management.,
As a member of the Client Analytics Team at AQR Capital Management, you will play a vital role in designing, developing, and maintaining a scalable ETL/ELT processes. Your work will involve building and enhancing data models to support complex business needs, collaborating with technology teams to integrate data from diverse sources, and ensuring timely and accurate data delivery for critical daily processes. Your role will also include partnering with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver actionable insights while staying current with trends and best practices in data warehousing and analytics. Key Responsibilities: - Design, develop, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT processes. - Build and enhance data models to support complex business needs. - Collaborate with technology teams to integrate data from diverse sources. - Support critical daily processes to ensure timely and accurate data delivery. - Partner with business stakeholders to gather requirements and deliver actionable insights. - Stay current with trends and best practices in data warehousing and analytics. Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field. - 5+ years of experience in data warehousing and analytics. - Strong SQL and data modeling skills are a must. - Proven hands-on experience developing scalable ETL/ELT solutions, using Talend (strongly preferred), SSIS, or any other enterprise ETL tools. - Proficient in automating data integrity verification processes. - Excellent problem-solving and troubleshooting skills. - High attention to details. - Strong communication and collaboration abilities. - Comfort working in a fast-paced and dynamic environment. If you are passionate about delving into financial markets, have a strong academic background, and possess the skills and experience mentioned above, we encourage you to apply and be a part of our highly motivated and productive team at AQR Capital Management.,
About AQR Capital Management AQR is a global investment management firm that provides investment management services to pooled investment vehicles including hedge funds, mutual funds, European funds (i.e. UCITS) as well as to separately managed accounts (SMAs). AQR was established in August 1998 and has been engaged in trading equities, fixed income, currencies, commodities and derivatives across the globe. AQR employs long/short equity, arbitrage, global macro, alternative investments (i.e., absolute return and total return), and multi-style strategies, among others, to make its trades. AQR's clients include institutional investors, such as pension funds, insurance companies, endowments, foundations, and sovereign wealth funds, as well as financial advisors and high net worth individuals. AQR's clients can choose to invest through various AQR fund complexes and structures (i.e. Master-Feeder structures, RICs, UCITS etc.) or through separately managed accounts. AQR currently manages close to 200 legal entities for the various fund structures. The AQR Tax Team is a globally integrated function with professionals located across the U.S., U.K., the Philippines, and India. The team plays a critical role in managing the firm's global tax compliance, reporting, and advisory responsibilities, supporting a wide range of investment vehicles and legal entities. The India tax team forms an important part of this global footprint, contributing to tax compliance, fund reporting, investor reporting, and process efficiency initiatives. In addition to core compliance responsibilities, the team partners closely with colleagues across Finance, Legal, Operations, Business Development and Investment teams to ensure alignment on regulatory requirements, support new product and entity launches, and assess the tax implications of evolving business strategies. The AQR Tax Team ultimately reports to the Head of Tax and then to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and functions as part of the broader Finance department. With the support of fund administrators and Big 4 accounting firms, the AQR Tax department manages the tax compliance function for its investment entities. Fund administrators prepare detailed tax workpapers, while Big 4 firms prepare tax forms, execute filings, and provide advisory support on complex tax and regulatory matters. Job description: This role is responsible for tax compliance, reporting, and oversight for hedge funds and mutual funds. Your Role Review taxable income calculations and related tax adjustments such as wash sales, straddles, constructive sales, and other book-to-tax differences Review hedge fund tax allocations, including tax transfers, and fill-up/fill-down special allocations Review Schedules K-1/K-3 along with the required statements and footnotes Review mutual fund-specific items such as year-end distributions, shareholder reporting, annual gross income tests, and asset diversification tests Review federal and state tax returns and related forms, including Form 1065, Form 1120-RIC, Form 8613, and Form 8621 Review international tax filings such as Form 1042/1042-S, FBAR, Form 8865, Form 5471, and PFIC statements Manage relationships with external tax vendors to ensure compliance with annual tax delivery calendars and timely submission of deliverables Prepare reconciliation schedules and supporting workpapers to facilitate tax reviews Address investor tax inquiries by providing reconciliations and well-documented responses Develop scenario analyses and models in response to ad-hoc requests from internal and external stakeholders Collaborate with fund treasury, legal, operations, and other internal teams to resolve tax reporting and compliance matters Review annual tax estimate workpapers for hedge funds and mutual funds Maintain and update review procedures to capture current tax developments and changes Navigate and analyze tax data to deliver accurate reporting solutions for internal and external stakeholders What You'll Bring Knowledge of U.S. taxation of hedge funds Knowledge of U.S. taxation of mutual funds is a plus In-depth understanding of financial instruments and their U.S. taxation Must be highly organized, with excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to prioritize activities effectively. Must be comfortable making decisions on product design and analysis. High attention to details Excellent command of the English language - oral and written Strong analytical, technical and research skills Can work with minimal supervision and deliver high quality output. Must be proactive, motivated and team player Proficient in MS Office applications, particularly MS Excel AI tools and knowledge of AI in context to automation of US tax work Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting CPA or EA will be an added advantage 2+ years of tax experience within the asset management industry Experience with U.S. partnership and corporate taxation Experience with U.S. taxation of hedge funds Experience with U.S. taxation of mutual funds is an advantage Who You Are Mature, thoughtful, and a natural fit for a collaborative, team-oriented culture Hard-working and eager to learn in a fast-paced, innovative environment Committed to intellectual integrity, transparency, and openness Motivated by the transformational effects of technology-at-scale
About AQR Capital Management AQR is a global investment management firm built at the intersection of financial theory and practical application. We strive to deliver superior, long-term results for our clients by seeking to filter out market noise to identify and isolate what matters most, and by developing ideas that stand up to rigorous testing. Underpinning this philosophy is an unrelenting commitment to excellence in technology — powering our insights and analysis. This unique combination has made us leaders in alternative and traditional strategies since 1998. AQR takes a systematic, research-driven approach, applying quantitative tools to process fundamental information and manage risk. Our clients include institutional investors, such as pension funds, insurance companies, endowments, foundations and sovereign wealth funds, as well as financial advisors. Job description: The U.S. Wealth team was created to engage with taxable U.S. investors and their advisors. The group is responsible for education, awareness and managing new and current client relationships for AQR strategies through dedicated coverage to the Family Office community, Registered Investment Advisor community, as well as elite advisors and teams within the major Broker-Dealer segment. The Team The Business Management team partners closely with the U.S. Wealth leadership group to drive forward the strategic agenda for the business. The team is responsible for managing cross-functional initiatives, tracking key business metrics, and delivering analytical and operational support across the organization Your Role Produce recurring management reporting across products, sales teams, and distribution channels, with a particular focus on deliverables for senior sales team leadership Generate customized outputs for RIA and Broker-Dealer teams Run ad hoc analyses on the state of the business to identify trends, highlight risks, and surface areas for further investigation Partner with senior members of Business Management team to provide analytical support for strategic initiatives and special projects Synthesize unstructured datasets to create high-quality, presentation-ready outputs for internal and external audiences What You'll Bring A Bachelor's degree; concentrations in Economics, Finance or Business High degree of intellectual curiosity High proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel Working knowledge of ThinkCell, Salesforce, and business intelligence software (e.g., Tableau, Microstrategy) is highly desired Who You Are Hard working and eager to learn in a highly intellectual, collaborative environment Well-organized and detail-oriented Self-starter, able to work independently as well as within a team Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills Strong oral and written communication skills Knowledge of finance and the investment management industry is required
About AQR Capital Management AQR is a global investment management firm that provides investment management services to pooled investment vehicles including hedge funds, mutual funds, European funds (i.e. UCITS) as well as to separately managed accounts (SMAs). AQR was established in August 1998 and has been engaged in trading equities, fixed income, currencies, commodities and derivatives across the globe. AQR employs long/short equity, arbitrage, global macro, alternative investments (i.e., absolute return and total return), and multi-style strategies, among others, to make its trades. AQR's clients include institutional investors, such as pension funds, insurance companies, endowments, foundations, and sovereign wealth funds, as well as financial advisors and high net worth individuals. AQR's clients can choose to invest through various AQR fund complexes and structures (i.e. Master-Feeder structures, RICs, UCITS etc.) or through separately managed accounts. AQR currently manages close to 200 legal entities for the various fund structures. The AQR Tax Team is a globally integrated function with professionals located across the U.S., U.K., the Philippines, and India. The team plays a critical role in managing the firm's global tax compliance, reporting, and advisory responsibilities, supporting a wide range of investment vehicles and legal entities. The India tax team forms an important part of this global footprint, contributing to tax compliance, fund reporting, investor reporting, and process efficiency initiatives. In addition to core compliance responsibilities, the team partners closely with colleagues across Finance, Legal, Operations, Business Development and Investment teams to ensure alignment on regulatory requirements, support new product and entity launches, and assess the tax implications of evolving business strategies. The AQR Tax Team ultimately reports to the Head of Tax and then to the Chief Financial Officer (CFO), and functions as part of the broader Finance department. With the support of fund administrators and Big 4 accounting firms, the AQR Tax department manages the tax compliance function for its investment entities. Fund administrators prepare detailed tax workpapers, while Big 4 firms prepare tax forms, execute filings, and provide advisory support on complex tax and regulatory matters. Job description: This role is responsible for tax compliance, reporting, and oversight for hedge funds and mutual funds. Your Role Review taxable income calculations and related tax adjustments such as wash sales, straddles, constructive sales, and other book-to-tax differences Review hedge fund tax allocations, including tax transfers, and fill-up/fill-down special allocations Review Schedules K-1/K-3 along with the required statements and footnotes Review mutual fund-specific items such as year-end distributions, shareholder reporting, annual gross income tests, and asset diversification tests Review federal and state tax returns and related forms, including Form 1065, Form 1120-RIC, Form 8613, and Form 8621 Review international tax filings such as Form 1042/1042-S, FBAR, Form 8865, Form 5471, and PFIC statements Manage relationships with external tax vendors to ensure compliance with annual tax delivery calendars and timely submission of deliverables Prepare reconciliation schedules and supporting workpapers to facilitate tax reviews Address investor tax inquiries by providing reconciliations and well-documented responses Develop scenario analyses and models in response to ad-hoc requests from internal and external stakeholders Collaborate with fund treasury, legal, operations, and other internal teams to resolve tax reporting and compliance matters Review annual tax estimate workpapers for hedge funds and mutual funds Maintain and update review procedures to capture current tax developments and changes Navigate and analyze tax data to deliver accurate reporting solutions for internal and external stakeholders What You'll Bring Knowledge of U.S. taxation of hedge funds Knowledge of U.S. taxation of mutual funds is a plus In-depth understanding of financial instruments and their U.S. taxation Must be highly organized, with excellent multi-tasking skills and ability to prioritize activities effectively. Must be comfortable making decisions on product design and analysis. High attention to details Excellent command of the English language - oral and written Strong analytical, technical and research skills Can work with minimal supervision and deliver high quality output. Must be proactive, motivated and team player Proficient in MS Office applications, particularly MS Excel AI tools and knowledge of AI in context to automation of US tax work Education and Experience Bachelor's degree in accounting CPA or EA will be an added advantage 2+ years of tax experience within the asset management industry Experience with U.S. partnership and corporate taxation Experience with U.S. taxation of hedge funds Experience with U.S. taxation of mutual funds is an advantage Who You Are Mature, thoughtful, and a natural fit for a collaborative, team-oriented culture Hard-working and eager to learn in a fast-paced, innovative environment Committed to intellectual integrity, transparency, and openness Motivated by the transformational effects of technology-at-scale
As an Analyst at AQR Capital Management, you will be joining the U.S. Wealth team within the Business Development group. Your primary responsibility will be to support senior members of Business Development in building and deepening relationships with investors. Additionally, you will be involved in running analysis, customizing marketing materials, and assisting in managing territories to ensure client satisfaction. Key Responsibilities: - Provide support to senior members of Business Development to enhance relationships with investors - Conduct analysis to create custom solutions for taxable clients - Collaborate with Business Development and Product Specialist teams to tailor marketing materials for client interactions - Acquire strong knowledge of AQR products and asset classes while staying updated on industry trends - Utilize databases and sales reports to aid senior relationship managers in territory management - Complete designated sections of Requests for Proposal/Information and Due Diligence Questionnaires with thorough review before submission Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree with a focus on Economics, Finance, or Business - Demonstrated intellectual curiosity and a high level of proficiency in PowerPoint and Excel - Strong work ethic and eagerness to learn in a collaborative environment - Detail-oriented and well-organized with the ability to work independently and in a team setting - Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills - Excellent oral and written communication skills - Desirable knowledge of finance and the investment management industry,
Role Overview: As a Portfolio Implementation Support Analyst at AQR Capital Management, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Portfolio Implementation team's day-to-day operations. Your main responsibility will be partnering with Portfolio Implementation specialists to ensure effective and accurate portfolio management. This role offers the opportunity to work collaboratively with various teams within AQR to enhance portfolio implementation analytics and contribute to process improvement projects. Key Responsibilities: - Monitor daily portfolio management workflows, identifying and addressing any discrepancies or issues that may arise - Assist in onboarding new accounts, funds, and strategies by managing operational setup and testing procedures - Analyze portfolio characteristics, attribute performance drivers, and enhance portfolio monitoring processes - Support client and regulatory reporting needs by preparing portfolio analyses for clients - Collaborate with product teams, business development, and client administration to meet reporting requirements - Identify workflow improvements, collaborate with team members and developers, and help automate recurring reporting and data validation tasks - Coordinate and participate in design and automation projects to enhance portfolio management workflow - Work on projects with senior portfolio managers, researchers, developers, and traders to improve systematic portfolio management practices Qualifications Required: - Bachelor's degree from a top academic institution in finance, economics, quantitative, or scientific discipline - Minimum of 2 years of experience in investment operations, portfolio support, or data-intensive financial roles - Familiarity with investment concepts, including portfolio theory - Strong technical skills in Excel; experience with a programming language is preferred - Desire to learn and enhance technical skills, detail-oriented with strong analytical and organizational abilities - Excellent communication skills and the ability to operate within a collaborative, team-oriented culture (Note: No additional details about the company were present in the job description.),
Your Role Overview: You will be a Senior Quant Engineer in the Research (Portfolio Implementation) team at AQR Capital Management. In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing proprietary systems and tools that drive the quantitative strategy research and systematic investing that powers AQR. You will collaborate closely with researchers and portfolio analysts to tackle mission-critical challenges and make investment ideas a reality. Key Responsibilities: - Build or extend Portfolio Implementation systems by leveraging research output, performing optimization with constraints, and generating Orders - Develop microservices using cloud computing to enable scalability - Create a high-performance historical simulation/backtesting engine for testing various portfolio constraints - Design bespoke technology solutions tailored to specific asset classes and research needs - Partner with a global team of research engineers to ensure successful product delivery Qualifications Required: - BE/BTech in Computer Science, Computational Finance, Data Science, or related discipline - 7+ years of programming experience with expertise in Python, Java, or C++ - Work experience as a Java programmer with knowledge of Python is highly desirable - Ability to design elegant solutions and translate them into high-quality code - Strong analytical and problem-solving skills - Effective communication skills - Interest in quantitative finance (finance/trading experience not required) - Experience with cloud technologies (AWS/Azure/GCP) is a plus - Demonstrated contributions to open-source software is a plus - Aptitude for mathematics, finance, and econometrics is desired Additional Company Details: AQR Capital Management is a global investment management firm known for its systematic, research-driven approach. The firm focuses on delivering superior, long-term results for its clients by filtering out market noise and developing ideas that stand up to rigorous testing. AQR's commitment to excellence in technology powers its insights and analysis, making it a leader in alternative and traditional strategies since 1998.,
Role Overview: You will join the Portfolio Implementation Engineering team at AQR Capital Management in Bengaluru, playing a crucial role in designing and developing various systems to support quantitative investment strategies. Your responsibilities will include developing a global asset risk estimation system, a high-performance historical simulation engine, portfolio construction systems, and portfolio optimization systems. Additionally, you will work on solutions to implement business processes, rebalance portfolios based on quantitative models, and interface with trading systems. Key Responsibilities: - Design and develop a global asset risk estimation system incorporating a large amount of data - Create a high-performance historical simulation engine - Develop portfolio construction systems for quantitative investment strategies - Design portfolio optimization systems to incorporate real-world constraints on research strategies - Develop solutions to implement business processes, rebalance portfolios based on quantitative models, and interface with trading systems - Partner with local and global teams of engineers and researchers for successful product delivery - Lead initiatives in technology transformation and business-driven projects - Mentor and guide junior team members Qualifications Required: - Bachelors/Masters/PhD in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline - Minimum of 10 years of software development experience - Expertise in Java programming language - Strong coding, debugging, and analytical skills - Experience in design and architecture, including object-oriented design, distributed systems, cloud-native applications, and microservices - Ability to lead technology initiatives throughout the development lifecycle - Proficiency in managing multiple workstreams with task allocation, execution, and monitoring - Experience in team management and guiding team members - Knowledge of cloud technologies and containers would be a plus - Familiarity with other programming languages like Python, C++, Go, Scala is advantageous - Background in finance is desirable - Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written - Willingness to learn and work on new technologies and domain concepts (Note: The additional details about AQR Capital Management were omitted as they were not explicitly mentioned in the provided job description.),