Developer Fixed Income Vichara Technologies

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Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Developer & Analyst with over 5 years of experience in software development and quantitative analysis, with a strong focus on Fixed Income products. The ideal candidate will possess deep programming expertise in Python and C++, hands-on experience with QuantLib, and a strong understanding of Fixed Income instruments, pricing models, and risk analytics. Key Responsibilities: Design, develop, and maintain analytical tools and libraries for Fixed Income trading and risk management. Enhance and optimize financial models using QuantLib for valuation and scenario analysis. Collaborate with front-office, risk, and quant teams to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Perform data analysis and model validation related to Fixed Income securities (e.g., bonds, swaps, MBS, treasuries). Integrate and test new functionalities in Python and C++ environments, ensuring performance and accuracy. Support existing systems and provide technical guidance to junior developers or analysts. Required Skills & Qualifications: 5+ years of experience in software development and/or quantitative analysis in the financial domain. Strong proficiency in Python and C++. Solid hands-on experience with QuantLib and its application in Fixed Income pricing and risk. Excellent understanding of Fixed Income instruments and concepts: interest rate curves, duration, convexity, spread, yield, etc. Familiarity with numerical methods, optimization, and financial engineering techniques. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Ability to work independently as well as part of a global team. Effective communication skills for cross-functional collaboration. Preferred Qualifications: Experience working in a global financial institution, hedge fund, or fintech company. Exposure to interest rate derivatives,