Quantitative Analyst (Lead)

Responsibilities

: Lead the design, development, enhancement, and maintenance of quantitative valuation models for bonds and loans, utilizing Cognitive Credit’s market-leading proprietary fundamental datasets as well as 3rd-party inputs. Apply advanced statistical methods, time-series analysis, machine learning, and financial theory to develop accurate,mercializable financial models. Collaborate closely with engineering, data science, product management, andmercial teams to maintain and enhance model features, data pipelines, and analytical tools. Ensure model validation, back-testing, and continuous performance assessment, prioritizing scalability, reliability, and integrity. Provide thought leadership and strategic guidance on quantitative analytics across the firm and ultimately the broader market. Engage directly with clients to explain methodologies and results. Support API clients (pre- and post-sale) with onboarding and bespoke project implementation.

Qualifications:

Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in quantitative finance, mathematics,puter science, physics, statistics, econometrics, or a related discipline. Minimum 5 years’ experience in quantitative modeling roles within finance, preferably focused on fixed ie analytics in a leading buy-side or sell-side firm. Expert proficiency inmon programming languages and technologies, including Shell scripting, Python, SQL, and relational databases.  Familiarity with cloud-based technologies, especially AWS. Deep understanding of bond and loan markets, including fixed ie valuation methodologies and risk metrics/modeling. Proven ability to manageplex projects and lead cross-functional collaboration. Strongmunication skills, capable of clearly explaining sophisticated quantitative concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Skills:

Demonstrated success in publishing or presenting quantitative research in academic or industry forums. Experience working withpiled languages (C++) is beneficial.

Why Join Cognitive Credit:

Opportunity to lead and innovate at the forefront of credit market digitalization and financial analytics. At our firm you can apply all your experience gained from working at larger market incumbents to a fast-moving, independent, entrepreneurial business. Flexible, collaborative, and intellectually stimulating environment. This role can operate full-time remotely, as long as the candidate is able to travel to our head office in London periodically.

Apply Today:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter highlighting relevant experience and motivation for applying. Join us in driving innovation and shaping the future of credit research and investing at Cognitive Credit!