Quantitative Analytics Consultant (Global Markets)

apartmentPsybergate (Pty) LTD placeJohannesburg calendar_month 
What you will be doing
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document existing non-linear trading functionality and its business usage
  • Analyse the financial cost of risk and uncertainty to support trading and strategic decisions
  • Lead solution design for future trading integrations across APIs and backend systems
  • Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery of inflight projects
  • Support the design, execution, and validation of solutions from concept through to implementation
  • Provide expert support and training to internal teams and platform users
  • Conduct regular product and platform reviews to ensure alignment with market trends and business needs
  • Contribute to continuous improvement of trading systems and processes
  • Apply strong quantitative and analytical techniques to solve complex financial problems
  • Work with large datasets and financial models to drive insights and decision-making
  • Ensure alignment of solutions with trading strategies and overall business objectives
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to communicate technical concepts clearly and effectively
  • Support multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining high-quality delivery standards
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with business and technical stakeholders
What we are looking for
  • Bachelors degree in a quantitative field such as:
  • Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science)
  • Financial Engineering
  • Actuarial Science or Financial Mathematics
  • Engineering (e.g. Mechatronics)
  • Additional certifications such as CQF (Certificate in Quantitative Finance) or ACI Dealing Certificate are advantageous
  • Strong experience in trading platforms such as Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C++, SQL, VBA, R, Matlab, or Golang
  • Solid understanding of financial modelling, trading systems, and market dynamics
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to interpret complex data
  • Experience in project delivery, including requirement analysis, solution design, and implementation
  • Knowledge of risk management practices and regulatory requirements
  • Proven ability to work across cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities
  • Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Ability to align technical solutions with broader business and trading strategies
  • Adaptability to evolving technologies and market conditions

Please note if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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