Quantitative Developer at QS Investors in Pasadena, TX

Quantitative Developer Location: Pasadena, California, United States of America At Franklin Templeton, we’re advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that’s both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs. Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world! Role Summary Franklin Templeton is seeking a Quantitative Developer with experience in portfolio risk to build, enhance, and support systems to support customized investment solutions for clients. This role focuses on portfolio and security-level risk analytics, data pipelines, and production systems that support portfolio risk, scenario analysis, and regulatory capital. The role requires working directly with business stakeholders and familiarity with the calculation of risk and analytics for fixed income instruments. An ownership mindset, curiosity, and a collaborative approach are valued and considered traits for success. Key Responsibilities Design, develop, and maintain production-grade fixed income risk solutions used by the Investment Solutions team for customized client needs. Work with the Investment Solutions team to understand their requirements and translate those needs into software Collaborate with technology teams to deliver maintainable and production ready software solutions. Support the business teams as needed to ensure the full potential of systems and data is realized. Required Qualifications Minimum 3 years of experience in a technical role within a quantitative finance or investment management environment Strong programming skills, with proficiency in Python, SQL and Linux Solid understanding of fixed income instruments and calculation of risk Experience working with large financial datasets Degree in either Computer Science, Mathematics, Engineering or other quantitative discipline. Preferred Qualifications Understanding of portfolio risk and scenario analysis Experience working with Aladdin. Additional post graduate qualifications such as MFE or CFA. Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary — designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $134,000 - $158,000, depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus. #LI-Hybrid Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential! Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there’s a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life. By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life’s adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton. Highlights of our benefits include: Three weeks paid time off the first year Medical, dental and vision insurance 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits Employee Stock Investment Program Tuition Assistance Program Purchase of company funds with no sales charge Onsite fitness center and recreation center* Onsite cafeteria* *Only applicable at certain locations Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to accommodations@franklintempleton.com. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.