Analyst / Associate QIS Markets Solutions

Company Description

Solactive AG is a FinTech company operating globally and growing at a fast pace, headquartered in Frankfurt. Since 2007, we develop tailor-made and multi-asset class index solutions for ETFs and other index-linked investment products for the leading global investment banks and asset managers as our clients. Flexibility, efficiency and the highest quality are at the heart and soul of our business philosophy. We are now hiring!

Job Overview

The QIS Market Solutions team is Solactive's center of excellence for quantitative strategies. It manages the end-to-end lifecycle of systematic index strategies across multiple asset classes, combining quantitative finance, data engineering, and software development. The team develops and maintains quantitative models, builds and improves the infrastructure supporting daily index operations, and works directly with institutional clients on technical and operational matters. Operating across Solactive's offices in Frankfurt, Toronto, and Hong Kong, the team combines quantitative expertise with hands-on development and client engagement.

Your Tasks

• Support the development, implementation, and maintenance of quantitative models for the QIS business.
• Develop and maintain quantitative tools and automated workflows to improve daily index operations.
• Support institutional clients, including investment banks, hedge funds, and asset managers, with technical and operational inquiries.
• Contribute to quantitative infrastructure projects, from solution design and development to testing and deployment.

Your Profile

• Experience programming in Python.
• Good understanding of software development principles, version control, and collaborative development practices.
• Basic knowledge of database architecture, data flows, and SQL.
• Good understanding of financial markets, particularly derivatives.
• Familiarity with market data platforms such as Bloomberg, LSEG, or FactSet is an advantage.
• Team-oriented, with a strong sense of responsibility and attention to detail.
• Self-driven, organized, and eager to learn and improve.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.
• Experience in financial industry is a plus.

Our Offer

• Global Team: Join our motivated international team at Solactive
• FinTech Excellence: Experience innovation and excellence in FinTech
• Modern Culture: Thrive in a flat-hierarchy, startup-like environment
• Vacation & Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 30 annual vacation days plus extra time off for Christmas Eve and New Year
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits: Receive a market-competitive salary, job ticket, gym membership, and access to Corporate Benefits
• Employer Pension Contribution: Benefit from the occupational pension scheme (bAV)
• Professional Development & Certifications: Grow personally and professionally, with support for certifications and training opportunities
• Community & Networking: Participate in networking and team engagement events
• Flexibility: Embrace a hybrid work model in a diverse and dynamic environment