Analytics Developer

MSCI Inc. • Norman, OK

6d • $79,000 - $103,000

About The Position

The Core Architecture team at MSCI is responsible for developing and maintaining the core risk engines that power MSCI’s multi-asset class risk products. The team builds large-scale, high-performance analytics used across global risk management workflows, supporting asset classes including rates, credit, and securitized products. Working within a small, highly collaborative group, the team partners closely with Research and Analytical QA to deliver robust, production-grade analytical solutions in a distributed computing environment.

Requirements

• Quantitative degree in mathematics, physics, engineering, finance, or a related field, with relevant professional experience
• 3–5 years of software development experience, with strong numerical programming skills in C++
• Solid understanding of financial modeling concepts (e.g., interest rates, credit, stochastic volatility)
• Experience implementing large-scale, numerically intensive computations in distributed or grid environments
• Strong analytical skills and problem-solving mindset
• Working knowledge of both Linux and Windows operating systems
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively in a collaborative team environment

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with simulation frameworks, optimization, or calibration techniques (preferred but not required)
• Experience using AI-assisted development tools to write, refactor, or review code

Responsibilities

• Design and implement solutions to complex financial mathematics problems in risk management
• Translate analytical models into high-quality C++ code within a large, existing codebase
• Develop and optimize numerically intensive, simulation-based analytics running on computational grids
• Collaborate with Research and Analytical QA teams to test, validate, and evolve analytical methodologies
• Contribute to the reliability, performance, and scalability of MSCI’s core risk engines

Benefits

• Transparent compensation schemes and comprehensive employee benefits, tailored to your location, ensuring your financial security, health, and overall wellbeing.
• Flexible working arrangements, advanced technology, and collaborative workspaces.
• A culture of high performance and innovation where we experiment with new ideas and take responsibility for achieving results.
• A global network of talented colleagues, who inspire, support, and share their expertise to innovate and deliver for our clients.
• Global Orientation program to kickstart your journey, followed by access to our Learning@MSCI platform, AI Learning Center , LinkedIn Learning Pro and tailored learning opportunities for ongoing skills development.
• Multi-directional career paths that offer professional growth and development through new challenges, internal mobility and expanded roles.
• We actively nurture an environment that builds a sense of inclusion belonging and connection, including eight Employee Resource Groups. All Abilities, Asian Support Network, Black Leadership Network, Climate Action Network, Hola! MSCI, Pride & Allies, Women in Tech, and Women’s Leadership Forum.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level