Quant Developer - Optimization Expert(m/w/x)

## Job Description Are you passionate about translating real-world problems into convex optimization problems? If you can turn business requirements into inequality constraints, use cutting-edge software on cutting-plane methods, can explain why a hyperplane can always separate non-intersecting convex sets, list the benefits of your favourite solver, and summarize the key points of our blog articles,  then we want to hear from you. The challenge we have to offer is writing high-impact, high-leverage code touching billions of euros under your direct ownership. Discover a unique opportunity where mathematical rigor solves financial problems beyond the hype. * Develop linear and nonlinear programs optimizing cash allocations and trade decisions * Develop hands-on production-code in Python alongside a highly motivated team of software engineers and quant developers, driving transformative changes in the financial industry * Get to work on cutting edge technology and be part of modern software development practices (e.g. agile and self-sufficient teams, continuous integration and deployment, test automation, cloud-based infrastructure and tooling) * Drive continuous improvements of data pipelines with respect to requirements and platform dependencies * Never implement any of the above in spreadsheet tools ## Qualifications * Deep experience with convex and discrete optimization, exposure to libraries like cvxpy, scipy or cvxopt (mandatory requirement) * Excellent university degree in mathematics, financial mathematics, operations research, or a similar field with a specialisation (e.g. via your thesis) in optimization * Passion for the global financial markets and for cracking optimization challenges * Knowledge in econometrics with an emphasis on portfolio optimization and risk modelling * Experience in quantitative modeling and data-driven decisions * Knowledge of software development and software design in Python * Experience with cloud providers like AWS is a plus * Excellent communication skills that are clear, concise, and targeted towards your audience - engineering, product, or other stakeholders * Fluent English language skills (written & spoken) * Proactive and independent working style, good time management, fair play ## Additional Information * Be part of one of the fastest-growing and most visible Fintech startups in Europe, creating innovative services that have a substantial impact on the lives of our customers * Work with an international, diverse, inclusive, and ever-growing team that loves creating the best products for our clients * Work from our centrally located offices in the heart of Munich or Berlin, nestled in lively neighborhoods filled with vibrant restaurants, cozy cafés, and a wide range of convenient amenities or choose to work remotely within Germany (if eligible for the job) * Be productive with the latest hardware and tools * Learn and grow by joining our in-house knowledge sharing sessions and spending your individual Education Budget * Learn and experience German culture first hand by joining our free German language classes * (International) relocation support * Flexible vacation policy and the opportunity to work from abroad * Benefit from an attractive compensation package and from the company pension scheme * Monthly contribution of 25% for the ‘Deutschland Jobticket’ * Say goodbye to order commissions and say hello to your complimentary subscription of Scalable Capital's PRIME+ Broker