Quantitative Analyst

Job Description

About us: 5paisa is India’s fastest-growing discount broker and digital financial services platform, enabling investors to access seamless trading, investment, and financial advisory services. We're not just transforming finance— we’re redefining the future of wealth creation. At 5paisa, integrity, innovation, and inclusivity form the pillars of our culture. Role Overview: As a Quantitative Analyst, you will leverage your analytical and programming skills to support the writing, testing, and optimization of trading strategies, cleaning and storage of large datasets, creating, testing, and implementing risk and trading models. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot, document, and implement data-driven solutions that improve the efficiency of trading and investment strategies. What We’re Looking For: We're seeking a highly motivated individual with a strong interest in product management and a passion for the financial industry. The ideal candidate will be eager to learn, have excellent analytical skills, and be passionate about creating exceptional user experiences. What You Can Expect: Learning and Growth: Be part of a team that values continuous learning and encourages mentorship. Your journey with us will involve expanding your skill set and shaping your career path. Dynamic Environment: Expect a dynamic and challenging work environment where your expertise directly influences the success of our private cloud platform. Mentorship and Leadership: Experience a collaborative culture where your contributions matter. Foster a learning environment by providing mentorship and technical leadership. Responsibilities: API Development & Testing : Maintain RESTful APIs for algo trading platforms, ensuring integration with trading systems. Conduct testing of APIs, ensuring compliance with infosec best practices. Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to API performance and functionality. Algorithmic Trading Strategies: Develop and back test algorithmic trading strategies using advanced quantitative models and historical data. Continuously monitor the performance of live trading strategies, improving existing strategies Document and present trading strategies and algorithms. Qualifications: Education: Bachelors in engineering or maths or physics. MBA is a plus but not mandatory. Experience: 1-2 years of experience in any tech related job. Data Science/Engineering is a plus. Skills: Proficiency in programming languages like Python (MUST). Knowledge of MATLAB, R and functional programming is a plus. Competencies: Analytical Skills: Ability to work with large datasets and develop strategies based on statistical analysis and market behaviour. Python Programming Expertise: Strong skills in building and maintaining APIs, data pipelines, and trading systems Problem-Solving: Capable of troubleshooting complex systems and optimizing strategies in real-time. Communication: Clear ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical teams, including traders and risk managers. Adaptability: Work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with changing market conditions and strategy requirements. Why Join 5paisa: Innovative Culture: Be part of a company that is driving innovation in the fintech industry. Your role will contribute to the ongoing transformation of how people manage and access their money. Tech-Driven Solutions: Work on tasks that not only challenge your skills but also contribute to improving tech productivity, efficiency, and customer experience. Professional Growth: Join a team that values your growth and encourages you to take on challenges, learn, and develop your skills.