Data Engineer (Technology Analyst) | Macro Hedge Fund
A fast-growing macro hedge fund is seeking a technically sharp and curious individual to join a high-impact team at the intersection of technology, data, and investment operations. Operating in a fast-paced, high-performance environment, the fund values autonomy, initiative, and smart problem-solving. This is a unique opportunity to work across all areas of the business - Trading, Risk, Operations, Finance, and Compliance - while helping shape the firm's technology infrastructure as it scales.
About the Role
This is a broad, hands-on position where you'll work directly with investment and operational teams to streamline data flows, automate processes, and enhance system efficiency. From day one, you'll be given real ownership of projects that span infrastructure, reporting, and tooling-making a tangible impact on the fund's performance and scalability.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and maintain robust data pipelines and automations using Python, SQL, and Excel/VBA
- Integrate external data feeds and APIs into internal systems and databases
- Develop dashboards and reporting tools to support trading, risk, and operations
- Manage infrastructure hosted on Microsoft Azure, including VMs and storage
- Use Git for version control and code collaboration
- Support the onboarding and implementation of AI tools and systems
- Collaborate with business users to translate requirements into scalable technical solutions
- Drive automation and efficiency across the firm through hands-on project ownership
Ideal Candidate Profile
- 1 - 5 years of experience in a technical, data-focused, or quantitative role
- Bachelor's degree in a STEM field (Computer Science, Engineering, Maths, Physics, etc.)
- Strong Python skills for scripting, data processing, and API integration
- Solid SQL experience for data manipulation and querying
- Proficiency in Excel/VBA for reporting and automation
- Familiarity with Microsoft Azure infrastructure and Git version control
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills
- A proactive, self-directed mindset and comfort working in a small, dynamic team
Bonus Points For:
- Experience with dashboarding tools (Power BI, Tableau, Streamlit)
- Exposure to Linux scripting or workflow orchestration
- Understanding of financial markets or investment operations
Why Apply?
- Join a tight-knit, high-performing team where your work has direct impact
- Gain broad exposure across all areas of a growing hedge fund
- Enjoy real autonomy and ownership from day one
- Work closely with senior decision-makers and contribute to meaningful growth initiatives
If this sounds like a good match - apply today!
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