Quantitative Analyst

Recruiter:

Psybergate (Pty) LTD

Job Ref:

PR000786/RN

Date posted:

Wednesday, May 6, 2026

Location:

Johannesburg, South Africa

Salary:

Monthly

SUMMARY:
Psybergate is an IT company that builds bespoke software solutions and provides highly skilled resources to its clients.
We are looking for Quantitative Analyst to join our financial services client based in Sandton on a contract basis.

POSITION INFO:

What you will be doing:

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to analyse and document non-linear trading functionality
Analyse the financial costs of risk and uncertainty
Lead solutioning of trading integration requirements via APIs and backend systems
Act as a liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders to ensure seamless delivery
Provide expert support and training to internal teams and platform users
Conduct product reviews and recommend enhancements aligned to market needs

What we are looking for:

BSc in Mathematical Sciences (Computational Science) / BSc Financial Engineering / BSc Actuarial Science and Financial Mathematics / B.Eng Engineering
CQF – Certificate in Quantitative Finance / CFA – Chartered Financial Analyst / FRM – Financial Risk Manager
Experience in Cross Asset Trading and Risk (CATR) – Quantitative Analysis
Experience in Derivatives Trading (Volatility)
Experience in X Valuations and Analytics
Proficiency in trading platforms such as Front Arena, Murex, or Calypso
Strong programming skills (Python, C++, C#, SQL, VBA, R, Matlab, Java)
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Proven project management experience with end-to-end delivery
Understanding of financial modelling and technical environments
Knowledge of risk management practices and regulatory requirements
Leadership capability and experience managing cross-functional teams
Strong adaptability in dynamic market environments
Strong client relationship management skills
Strategic thinking aligned to business objectives

Please note if you do not hear from us within 3 weeks, please consider your application unsuccessful.

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