Soros Fund Management
Risk Developer
Soros Fund Management, New York, New York, us, 10261
Company Description
Soros Fund Management LLC (SFM) is a multi-strategy global investment firm and family office that manages approximately $28 billion in net assets. Founded by George Soros in 1970, SFM serves as the principal asset manager for the Open Society Foundations (OSF), one of the world's largest charitable foundations dedicated to promoting justice, human rights, and democracy. SFM leverages its permanent capital base, unconstrained mandate, and 50-plus + years of experience to invest nimbly across diverse strategies and asset classes, including public and private equities and credit and macro assets. SFM's approach is unique in the investment industry. Headquartered in New York City with offices in London, Dublin, and Hong Kong, SFM employs about 200 professionals.
Key Relationships
Reports To: Head of Risk Development
Major ResponsibilitiesWork as part of a dedicated development team to build and support infrastructure, processes, applications and reports for the Risk Management team.Collaborate with the broader technology team to develop a unified and scalable platform.Work as a full-stack technologist, building front-to-back solutions that leverage the firm's data platforms, cloud infrastructure, UI frameworks, and DevOps toolchain.Apply deep knowledge of computer science concepts such as memory management, data structure implementation, and concurrency expertise to optimize system performance.Handle and process large amounts of data efficiently, ensuring data integrity and optimal performance.Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Requirements
8+ years of overall experience with 4+ years developing Risk and/or Front Office tools and analytics.Proficiency in one or more statically-typed programming languages (e.g., C#, C++, Java) as well as one or more dynamically-typed languages (e.g., Python, R). Python is strongly preferred.Strong understanding of memory management, data structures implementation, and concurrency expertise.Experience leveraging both traditional relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and special-purpose database technologies (e.g., Snowflake, MongoDB, Redis).Ability to comfortably communicate with Risk Managers-understanding of portfolio construction, risk factors, beta analysis, VaR, and attribution.Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively.Optional, but Preferred:
Familiarity with several asset classes (Equity, Fixed Income, Derivatives), analytical models, and financial markets in general.Familiarity with common data science tools and libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).Experience building analytical UIs and visualizations using Jupyter, Dash, or similar tools.What We Offer
We anticipate the base salary of this role to be between $175,000-200,000. In addition to a base salary, the successful candidate will also be eligible to receive a discretionary year-end bonus.Available Benefits Include (i) a daily meal allowance, (ii) health, vision, dental and disability insurance, (iii) a generous PTO and parental leave policy, (iii) an employer-sponsored 401k plan (eligible for employer matching), and (iv) a 3:1 employer matching gifts program for 501c(3) or equivalent qualified organizations.Opportunities for professional development and growthA collaborative and inclusive work environmentThe chance to make a meaningful impact on global labor practices and human rights
In all respects, candidates need to reflect the following SFM core values:Integrity // Teamwork // Smart risk-taking // Owner's Mindset // Humility
Discover how SFM continues to drive impactful investments and supports the global mission of the Open Society Foundations.
Soros Fund Management LLC (SFM) is a multi-strategy global investment firm and family office that manages approximately $28 billion in net assets. Founded by George Soros in 1970, SFM serves as the principal asset manager for the Open Society Foundations (OSF), one of the world's largest charitable foundations dedicated to promoting justice, human rights, and democracy. SFM leverages its permanent capital base, unconstrained mandate, and 50-plus + years of experience to invest nimbly across diverse strategies and asset classes, including public and private equities and credit and macro assets. SFM's approach is unique in the investment industry. Headquartered in New York City with offices in London, Dublin, and Hong Kong, SFM employs about 200 professionals.
Key Relationships
Reports To: Head of Risk Development
Major ResponsibilitiesWork as part of a dedicated development team to build and support infrastructure, processes, applications and reports for the Risk Management team.Collaborate with the broader technology team to develop a unified and scalable platform.Work as a full-stack technologist, building front-to-back solutions that leverage the firm's data platforms, cloud infrastructure, UI frameworks, and DevOps toolchain.Apply deep knowledge of computer science concepts such as memory management, data structure implementation, and concurrency expertise to optimize system performance.Handle and process large amounts of data efficiently, ensuring data integrity and optimal performance.Communicate complex technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.Requirements
8+ years of overall experience with 4+ years developing Risk and/or Front Office tools and analytics.Proficiency in one or more statically-typed programming languages (e.g., C#, C++, Java) as well as one or more dynamically-typed languages (e.g., Python, R). Python is strongly preferred.Strong understanding of memory management, data structures implementation, and concurrency expertise.Experience leveraging both traditional relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and special-purpose database technologies (e.g., Snowflake, MongoDB, Redis).Ability to comfortably communicate with Risk Managers-understanding of portfolio construction, risk factors, beta analysis, VaR, and attribution.Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and effectively.Optional, but Preferred:
Familiarity with several asset classes (Equity, Fixed Income, Derivatives), analytical models, and financial markets in general.Familiarity with common data science tools and libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy).Experience building analytical UIs and visualizations using Jupyter, Dash, or similar tools.What We Offer
We anticipate the base salary of this role to be between $175,000-200,000. In addition to a base salary, the successful candidate will also be eligible to receive a discretionary year-end bonus.Available Benefits Include (i) a daily meal allowance, (ii) health, vision, dental and disability insurance, (iii) a generous PTO and parental leave policy, (iii) an employer-sponsored 401k plan (eligible for employer matching), and (iv) a 3:1 employer matching gifts program for 501c(3) or equivalent qualified organizations.Opportunities for professional development and growthA collaborative and inclusive work environmentThe chance to make a meaningful impact on global labor practices and human rights
In all respects, candidates need to reflect the following SFM core values:Integrity // Teamwork // Smart risk-taking // Owner's Mindset // Humility
Discover how SFM continues to drive impactful investments and supports the global mission of the Open Society Foundations.