Senior Quantitative Developer (Risk Model Cloud Migration)

Description
Our client is seeking a Quantitative Engineer to support the development, migration, and enhancement of risk/statistical financial models. This role focuses on understanding existing C++ based models, migrating them to a python + Databricks cloud environment, and enabling scalable model execution against large datasets.
The ideal candidate combines strong quantitative and engineering skills with the ability to work across technical and business stakeholders, contribute to requirements gathering, and support time-sensitive deliverables. (We are looking for a technical hands on Quantitative developer, not someone who has led teams of Quants)
Key Responsibilities:
Migrate enhance statistical and risk models.
(moving from C++ on-premises to Python on Databricks)
Analyze and understand existing C++ models.
(Current models are written in C++ on-premises, the right resource needs to be able to read and understand these models to be able to support)
Migrate models to cloud environments.
(on-prem -> databricks)
Work with large-scale datasets.
(100s of gigabits or more)
Develop and maintain database-integrated solutions.
Perform hands-on development across the model lifecycle.
Stakeholder stressed that they are looking for a hands on developer (not a manager or program manager)
Collaborate with quantitative researchers and strategists and business users.
Specifically called out that this user will be interfacing with the business and an interview with them.
Required Experience:
Strong programming in Python and C++.
Experience building statistical or risk models.
Financial services experience.
Prior Experience as a Quant or ML Engineer
Experience migrating applications or models to the cloud.
Hands-on software development experience.
Experience working with large datasets.
Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills.
Ability to follow defined processes and instructions.
Many developers tend to 'do it their own way', but a successful resource will detail oriented and will follow directions to a tee.
Self-starter mindset.
Preferred Experience:
Databricks experience
Job Type & Location
This is a Contract position based out of New York, NY.
Pay and Benefits
The pay range for this position is $95.00 - $100.00/hr.
Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment. Benefits are subject to change and may be subject to specific elections, plan, or program terms. If eligible, the benefits available for this temporary role may include the following: Medical, dental & vision Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital 401(k) Retirement Plan - Pre-tax and Roth post-tax contributions available Life Insurance (Voluntary Life & AD&D for the employee and dependents) Short and long-term disability Health Spending Account (HSA) Transportation benefits Employee Assistance Program Time Off/Leave (PTO, Vacation or Sick Leave)
Workplace Type
This is a hybrid position in New York,NY.
Application Deadline
This position is anticipated to close on Feb 21, 2026.
>About TEKsystems:
We're partners in transformation. We help clients activate ideas and solutions to take advantage of a new world of opportunity. We are a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 clients, including 80% of the Fortune 500, across North America, Europe and Asia. As an industry leader in Full-Stack Technology Services, Talent Services, and real-world application, we work with progressive leaders to drive change. That's the power of true partnership. TEKsystems is an Allegis Group company.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regards to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.

About TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services

We're a leading provider of business and technology services. We accelerate business transformation for our customers. Our expertise in strategy, design, execution and operations unlocks business value through a range of solutions. We're a team of 80,000 strong, working with over 6,000 customers, including 80% of the Fortune 500 across North America, Europe and Asia, who partner with us for our scale, full-stack capabilities and speed. We're strategic thinkers, hands-on collaborators, helping customers capitalize on change and master the momentum of technology. We're building tomorrow by delivering business outcomes and making positive impacts in our global communities. TEKsystems and TEKsystems Global Services are Allegis Group companies. Learn more at TEKsystems.com.

The company is an equal opportunity employer and will consider all applications without regard to race, sex, age, color, religion, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information or any characteristic protected by law.