Product Specialist, Investment Risk and Optimization (Fintech)

TL;DR

Product Specialist, Investment Risk and Optimization (Fintech): Consulting clients on how to best utilize and gain value from Axioma risk and optimization solutions with an accent on portfolio optimization, risk models, and APIs. Focus on navigating complex risk and optimization use-cases and influencing product enhancements based on client feedback.

Location: Hybrid, requires attending office 2x/week in New York, San Francisco, or Boston, USA.

Salary: $156,000–200,000 USD (for New York City only)

Company

hirify.global is a leading provider of integrated investment management solutions, an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group.

What you will do

• Build long-term relationships with existing clients to maximize value from Axioma products and ensure high retention.
• Provide subject-matter expertise on optimization, risk models, APIs, and portfolio analytics.
• Consult with clients and prospects on utilizing Axioma risk and optimization solutions.
• Influence product enhancements by bringing client feedback to the product team.
• Guide clients on implementing advanced tools and train them on software and risk models.
• Team with implementation experts on product installation and integration in client environments.

Requirements

• Degree in a quantitative field (e.g., mathematics, statistics, finance, econometrics, operations research).
• 3+ years of experience in quantitative finance.
• Experience with portfolio optimization, analytics, and performance attribution.
• Experience with factor risk models.
• Flexibility to attend hirify.global office 2x/week as per hybrid policy.
• Must be eligible to work in the USA.
• Strong oral and written communication skills.

Nice to have

• Understanding of the use of APIs (Java, Python, R, Webservices, Matlab).

Culture & Benefits

• Hybrid work model: 2 days in office, rest remote.
• Focus on skills development, relationship building, and client success.
• Cultivating an environment where team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered.
• Eligible for an annual discretionary bonus and benefits including health care, leave, and retirement plans (for NYC).
• Equal opportunity employer committed to diversity and inclusion.

Hiring process

• Submit application in English via career site (exclude personal data like photo, age).
• Expect application consideration within three weeks.
• Opportunity to provide feedback on the recruitment process.