Company Description

Since its creation in 2007 in the financial city of Frankfurt am Main, Solactive AG has grown to one of the key players in the indexing space. The German multi-asset index provider focusses on tailor-made indices, offering to its clients a faster service, with greater flexibility and at a reasonable cost. Solactive AG and its subsidiaries have become one of the fastest growing index providers over the past few years and support the leading investment banks and asset managers across the globe. We have gained global recognition for our role in the Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) industry, where we rank among the top providers worldwide for underlying indices. We also excel in diverse areas such as Structured Products and investment mandates, showcasing the wide range of our capabilities. The impact and value we bring to the market is palpable, but also in the reputation we have proudly built by being close to our customers, solidifying Solactive AG as a trusted and reliable ally in the ever-evolving global financial landscape.

Job Overview

Do you have a background in finance, a knack for programming, and a desire to work in a stimulating and rewarding environment? Are you keen to push things forward and make a real impact? Are you looking for a convivial team that offers plenty of opportunities for growth?

In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to work on a wide range of responsibilities, including index development and management, programming and client and technical support. If you are passionate about the intersection of finance and technology and thrive in a dynamic, growth-oriented environment, this position is ideal for you!

Your Tasks

Index Management and Development:

• Ensure flawless execution of thousands of quantitative and cross-asset indexing strategies on a daily basis.
• Execute, monitor, and verify index calculations and rebalancing accuracy as well as data used for computation including equities, fixed income, ETFs, funds, derivatives, commodities, funds, currencies, interest rates, alternatives, and multi-asset indices.

• Develop and launch new indices for the Structured Products Space in close contact with our clients and Sales team.

  Programming and Data Management:

• Utilize Python, SQL and various APIs to automate and enhance data management as well as development, operational and reporting workflows.

• Manage data sourcing, consumption, and integration within our cloud IT infrastructure in collaboration with IT/Data and Product Development teams.

  Client and Technical Support:

• Provide timely expert assistance to resolve inquiries from leading international financial institutions, identifying quantitative and technical issues, diagnosing root causes, troubleshooting and escalating issues as needed.
• Expand our SOPs and knowledge platform with valuable information about operations, product development, indices we offer, common issues, troubleshooting tips, etc.
• Engage proactively our clientele to expand our index development activities while promoting our current offering.
• Interface with custodians, data vendors and aggregators such as Factset, Refinitiv, Bloomberg, IHS Markit, Ultumus to support our activities.

Your Profile

• Bachelor's degree or higher in a quantitative field such as Finance, Mathematics, Data Science, Economics, or Engineering, Computer Sciences
• Object-Oriented Programming experience in Python and SQL using APIs, version control systems is mandatory
• Acute problem-solving, procedural and strategic thinking skills; driven to discover issues, initiate solutions, improve processes and expand business
• Highly structured, confident and precise working style with a strong sense of responsibility
• Familiarity with financial data sets and applications like FactSet, Refinitiv, Bloomberg as well as Runbook automation is a plus
• Previous experience in a financial institution is a plus

Our Offer

• Global Team: Be part of the Solactive family, a motivated team with an international setting
• FinTech Excellence: Join our team and delve into the inner workings of a thriving FinTech company
• Modern Culture: Enjoy our modern, flat hierarchy and startup-like culture
• Responsibility & Connections: Take over responsibility from day one and build relationships in- and outside the company
• Special Benefits: regular staff parties, access to Corporate Benefits, modern office space and free beverages

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