Senior Quantitative Analyst, Assistant Vice President

State Street

. Support model owners with statistical and financial modeling, analyses, and final model deliverables .

Posted 10/16/2026full-timeBoston • Massachusetts • United StatesSenior💰 $90,000 - $157,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in quantitative analysis methods and financial modeling, with a strong focus on model risk assessment and compliance with capital and liquidity regulations. Proficient in developing customized solutions for model testing and documentation, while effectively communicating with quantitative professionals.

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Quantitative AnalysisFinancial ModelingModel Risk AssessmentPython ProgrammingGraduate Degree in Financial Mathematics

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Hard Skills

Quantitative Analysis MethodsFinancial ModelingModel Risk AssessmentStress TestingBenchmarking TechniquesBack-Testing TechniquesPost-Implementation ReviewsAdvanced Programming in PythonIntermediate Programming in VBAMATLAB Programming

Soft Skills

Strong Verbal CommunicationStrong Written CommunicationMultitaskingDeadline-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

VBAMATLABJava

Industry Keywords

Financial InstitutionsCapital RegulationsLiquidity RegulationsSecurities LendingEquitiesDerivativesFX TradingElectronic Trading

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

JavaPythonVBA

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support model owners with statistical and financial modeling, analyses, and final model deliverables
Support capital- and liquidity-related quantitative analyses
Develop customized solutions for independent model testing and document development methodology and implementation processes
Establish benchmarking and back-testing techniques
Identify model risks through stress-testing of model inputs and parameters
Assess model stability across alternative specifications and input ranges
Collaborate on ongoing monitoring plans, including performance metrics, thresholds, and escalation plans
Develop first-line-of-defense documentation for model development, implementation, and monitoring
Update models to meet internal model validation requirements
Conduct post-implementation reviews of proprietary trading algorithms, including code and strategy changes, FX Global Code compliance, and independent testing
Communicate with quantitative professionals and developers regarding strategy changes, modeling assumptions, and results
Prepare engagement status updates and manage workflows for timely deliverables

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong understanding of quantitative analysis methods in relation to financial institutions
Knowledge of financial markets, including securities lending, equities and derivatives, FX or electronic trading, is a plus
High-level understanding of capital- and liquidity-related regulations
Ability to multitask and operate in a fast-paced, deadline-oriented environment
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Graduate degree in Financial Mathematics, Financial Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or a related quantitative discipline
3-5 years of experience in the model risk field recommended
Advanced programming skills in Python, R or MATLAB
Intermediate programming skills in VBA and other languages
Java experience is a plus

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
Basic life, medical, dental, and vision insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Optional additional insurance coverages
Paid vacation and sick leave
Short-term disability
Family care responsibilities leave
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive compensation, including eligibility for annual performance-based awards
Certain tax-advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Employee networks