Capital Companies Group · 1 day ago
Quantitative Research Associate
Geneva, IL
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid LevelCapital Group Companies is committed to fostering a strong sense of belonging in a respectful workplace. The Quantitative Research Associate will join the Investments team to build and apply quantitative models for portfolio decisions, analyze markets, and partner with investment analysts to refine strategies.
AdviceFinancial ServicesReal Estate
No H1B
Responsibilities
Build, calibrate, and validate factor models, risk models, and optimization frameworks for multi-asset portfolios
Conduct backtesting and scenario analysis to evaluate strategy robustness under varying market conditions
Develop scalable data pipelines for market, fundamental, and alternative datasets using Python/R and SQL
Apply machine learning techniques (e.g., regression, clustering, feature engineering) to enhance signal generation
Perform asset allocation research, factor sensitivity analysis, and systematic screening across global markets
Monitor portfolio exposures and risk metrics; design dashboards for real-time analytics
Create reusable libraries and APIs for quantitative workflows; ensure version control and reproducibility via Git
Partner with IT and vendors to integrate models into production systems and reporting platforms
Evaluate emerging modeling techniques (e.g., Bayesian methods, reinforcement learning) for practical application
Share insights through technical memos, code reviews, and internal seminars
Qualification
Required
Experience in quantitative research or portfolio analytics in both industry and academia in data science, machine learning and computer vision
Hands‑on Python/R and SQL, and modern machine learning frameworks; familiarity with optimization, time‑series, factor/risk models
Master's degree in Electrical Engineering and Computing
Strong communication skills and a collaborative mindset
Excels in international and multidisciplinary environments
Proficiency in English and good level of French (B2); additional languages are an asset
You hold a valid work permit in Switzerland
Benefits
Generous time-away and health benefits from day one, with the opportunity for flexible work options
2-for-1 matching gifts for your charitable contributions and the opportunity to secure annual grants for the organizations you love
Access on-demand professional development resources that allow you to hone existing skills and learn new ones
Highly competitive base salary, per plan guidelines, restrictions and vesting requirements
Individual annual performance bonus
Capital’s annual profitability bonus
Retirement plan where Capital contributes 15% of your eligible earnings
Company
Capital Companies Group
Capital Companies Group is a company based out of 1110Brickell Ave, Miami, Florida, United States.
2-10 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageCompany data provided by crunchbase