Performance Measurement And Attribution Engineer

Summary

Join Ridgeline's forward-thinking team as a Performance Measurement & Attribution Engineer. You will design and enhance high-impact performance measurement systems, tackle complex data challenges, and build GIPS-compliant solutions. Leverage your expertise in performance measurement standards and modern tools to empower informed decision-making. This role requires strong software engineering skills, experience with performance measurement for various asset classes, and proficiency in relevant databases and cloud technologies. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams and contribute to a culture of continuous learning and innovation. Ridgeline offers a competitive salary, stock options, and comprehensive benefits, including unlimited vacation and employee insurance plans.

Requirements

• 5+ years of experience in software engineering with a strong background in architecting and designing performance reporting and analytics systems
• Strong proficiency in performance measurement for equities, fixed income, derivatives, and alternative investments such as private equity and hedge funds
• Completion of or progress towards CFA, CIPM or related performance measurement certification
• Expertise in performance measurement concepts and methodologies, including TWR, Brinson Attribution, GIPS, and Profit and Loss analysis
• Proficiency in working with Relational or Analytical databases, with the capability to optimize queries
• Experience building cloud native applications on AWS/Azure/Google Cloud
• A degree in Finance (relevant to performance measurement), Computer Science, Information Science, or a related discipline
• Must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Design portfolio performance measurement and attribution systems to support multiple reporting workflows
• Propose technical design solutions and drive decision-making in a fast-paced, growing team
• Partner closely with design, strategy, and engineering teams in an environment rooted in learning, teaching, and transparency
• Engage in the entire development process, from requirements and design reviews to implementation and testing
• Develop systems to handle complex asset classes, including derivatives, fixed income, and private equity
• Optimize time-weighted returns (TWR), internal rate of return (IRR), and performance attribution calculations
• Impact a developing tech stack based on AWS back-end services
• Create automation that leads to scalable, high-quality applications that customers rely on to run their businesses
• Coach, mentor, and inspire fellow engineers to deliver high-performing, secure enterprise applications
• Think creatively, tackle complex problems, seek innovative solutions, and communicate clearly throughout the process
• Contribute to a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and transparency

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with GitHub Copilot or ChatGPT
• Experience with Kotlin and/or other JVM Languages
• Familiarity with industry software and data sets such as Bloomberg, FactSet, Refinitiv, and ICE
• Willingness to learn about new and develop expertise in varying technologies
• Strong understanding of the value of automated testing at all levels
• Ability to focus on short-term deliverables while maintaining a big-picture long term perspective
• Strong problem-solving skills and an aptitude for tackling complex challenges
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with colleagues at all levels
• A serious interest in having fun at work

Benefits

• 100% of Ridgeline employees can participate in our Company Stock Plan subject to the applicable Stock Option Agreement
• Unlimited vacation
• Educational and wellness reimbursements
• $0 cost employee insurance plans