Solactive

Working Student (m/f/d) ​Quantitative development

Berlin, Germany full-time Mid Salary not listed
full-time Mid level Technology & IT Curated
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Company DescriptionSince its creation in 2007 in the financial city of Frankfurt am Main, Solactive AG has grown to one of the key players in the indexing space. The German multi-asset index provider focusses on tailor-made indices, offering to its clients a faster service, with greater flexibility and at a reasonable cost. Solactive AG and its subsidiaries have become one of the fastest growing index providers over the past few years and support the leading investment banks and asset managers across the globe. We have gained global recognition for our role in the Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) industry, where we rank among the top providers worldwide for underlying indices. We also excel in diverse areas such as Structured Products and investment mandates, showcasing the wide range of our capabilities. The impact and value we bring to the market is palpable, but also in the reputation we have proudly built by being close to our customers, solidifying Solactive AG as a trusted and reliable ally in the ever-evolving global financial landscape.

Job OverviewWe're the quantitative software development and core technology team in Berlin, building Solactive's indexing platform and maintaining our index calculation and publication engine.

You're excited about financial markets and instruments like ETFs, bonds, and swaps. You enjoy programming and building software on a modern tech stack, and love a good discussion on technical design. You know Java well and have a genuine interest in finance. You're motivated and thrive working alongside talented people from diverse backgrounds.

Sound like you? We'd love to get to know you.

Your TasksParticipate in software development projects to level up our indexing platform
Support the development of algorithms for real-time calculation of financial indices
Ensure high quality of our solutions, e.g. through testing
Cooperate closely with our infrastructure and business teams

Your ProfileEnrolled student in the field of Computer Science, (Financial) Mathematics, or adequate 
Experienced with Java 
Innovative mindset and hands-on approach 
Good analytical skills and pleasure in solving complex problems 
Proactive, strong team player and good English language skills 

Our OfferBe part of the Solactive family an international FinTech environment with flat hierarchies, real ownership, and strong growth opportunities.
Enjoy attractive benefits such as team events, Corporate Benefits access, a modern ergonomic office, free beverages and fruit, and a monthly internship remuneration.
Work on a real, high-impact production platform and contribute to architectural improvements  not just feature tickets.
Gain hands-on experience with Java microservices, build systems, and dependency governance while collaborating with experienced engineers.
Build practical backend engineering skills that directly support your long-term career development.

Your ApplicationThis role sounds like you? Then we look forward to receiving your application.  Please make sure to also upload your CV, a cover letter is not compulsory. If you have any futher questions just drop us an email! Sonia Urusaro - 

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  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Working Student (m/f/d) ​Quantitative development role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Solactive?
  3. Which of Excel, Working and Student have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you handle busy days, changing priorities, or pressure at work?

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  • A recent example that proves your experience with Excel, Working and Student.
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  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
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I am interested in the Working Student (m/f/d) ​Quantitative development role because I can bring practical experience in Excel, Working and Student, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Solactive needs from this hire.

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