Quantitative Analyst

S&P Dow Jones Indices The Role: Quantitative Analyst The Location: Beijing, China The Role: The QA Quantitative Analyst will assist with the development, implementation of enhancements, as well as the maintenance & troubleshooting of existing QA models to ensure the highest level of quality and efficiency in produced by the QA Data Team. The QA Quantitative analyst will work closely with multiple teams within the existing QA framework, as well as supporting any global teams when necessary. The candidate must be a delivery-focused person. The Team: The QA Data team designs and builds checks to validate data produced and published by SPDJI’s Index Management & Production Group (IMPG). Our team acts as an independent source for data verification that spans multiple asset classes globally. The Impact: The Quality Assurance Quantitative Analyst will develop new audits designed to perform global real-time QA checks to confirm calculation consistency before index data is sent to clients. The role will also maintain and provide enhancements to improve current QA checks as the team & nature of the audits evolves with the business. The QA Quantitative Analyst will take the lead on projects where the focus is on accuracy, build out and understand requirements with senior team members and to create test plans to ensure proper testing and QA is completed as desired. Beijing is a strategic location and this role will contribute to maximize the effectiveness of all aspects of QA What’s in it for you: A high-impact role, with responsibility for developing critical audits to fully support SPDJI’s Global QA Data Team Work with a diverse international team, including local and global colleagues in Beijing, Mumbai & Mexico City, as well as with management in New York City The nature of the role will provide exposure to many aspects of SPDJI global operations as well as consistent interaction with Index Managers and Senior Business Leaders Ability to make meaningful contributions and to grow within the team and overall organization Responsibilities: Develop and implement quality management automated processes for both Equity & Fixed income indices (exposure to Crypto & Options indices) Key contributor in developing test plans/test cases for new and existing system releases & enhancements Work on new initiatives and provide support for existing Model Validation workflow designed to ensure QA models are aligned with index methodologies and are accurately implemented into SPDJI’s calculation systems Take lead on projects where the focus is on accuracy of automated QA processes. Ensure requirements are accurately implemented and create test plans to verify completion Effectively interact with internal and external stakeholders What We’re Looking For: Basic Qualifications: Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or Engineering is required 3+ years’ experience in application development Strong programming skills in Python Solid understanding of Matlab, Java Strong experience with data analysis tools Familiarity with Agile methodology (SDLC) Ability to execute superior design decisions related to data Problem-solving, time-management, attention to detail and organizational abilities to work efficiently with team Strong work ethic, communication, and thoughtfulness Ability to assume responsibility, work with others, and manage projects Preferred Qualifications: Experience with Index/Benchmarks and relative underlying assets (e.g., Equity, Fixed Income) Strong Analytical & Communication skills Understanding of global financial markets Flexible Working We pride ourselves on our agility and diversity, and we welcome requests to work flexibly. For most roles, flexible hours and/or an element of remote working are usually possible. Please talk to us at interview about the type of arrangement that is best for you. We will always try to be adaptable wherever we can. Return to Work Have you taken time out for caring responsibilities and are now looking to return to work? As part of our Return to Work initiative (link to career site page when available), we are encouraging enthusiastic and talented returners to apply, and will actively support your return to the workplace. S&P Global delivers essential intelligence that powers decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies and expertise they need to move ahead. As part of our team, you’ll help solve complex challenges that equip businesses, governments and individuals with the knowledge to adapt to a changing economic landscape. S&P Dow Jones Indices provides iconic and innovative index solutions, bringing transparency to global capital markets. ----------------------------------------------------------- Equal Opportunity Employer S&P Global is an equal opportunity employer and all qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment without regard to race/ethnicity, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military veteran status, unemployment status, or any other status protected by law. Only electronic job submissions will be considered for employment. If you need an accommodation during the application process due to a disability, please send an email to: [email protected] and your request will be forwarded to the appropriate person.  US Candidates Only: The EEO is the Law Poster http://www.dol.gov/ofccp/regs/compliance/posters/pdf/eeopost.pdf describes discrimination protections under federal law. ----------------------------------------------------------- 20 - Professional (EEO-2 Job Categories-United States of America), OPRTON202.1 - Middle Professional Tier I (EEO Job Group) Job ID: 273963 Posted On: 2022-08-03 Location: Beijing, China