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Franklin Templeton

Quantitative Developer

Pasadena, CA · On-site

$140K - $170K/yr

Strong programming skills, with proficiency in Python, SQL and Linux * Solid understanding of fixed ... Additional post graduate qualifications such as MFE or CFA. Franklin Templeton offers employees a ...

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As of Jun 21, 2026, the average hourly pay for cfa python in California is $57.85, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $47.69 and $65.72 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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A CFA Python job typically involves leveraging programming skills, particularly in Python, to enhance financial analysis, quantitative modeling, and investment strategies. Professionals in this role often have a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation and use Python for tasks such as data analysis, algorithmic trading, risk management, and portfolio optimization. The combination of CFA knowledge and Python expertise is highly valued in asset management, hedge funds, investment banking, and fintech industries.

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To thrive as a CFA Python professional, you need strong quantitative finance knowledge, advanced Python programming skills, and a Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) designation or progress toward it. Familiarity with data analysis libraries (such as pandas, NumPy), financial modeling tools, and statistical packages is essential. Excellent problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication are critical soft skills for success in this role. These skills enable professionals to build robust financial models, analyze complex data sets, and clearly present insights to stakeholders in the finance industry.

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A CFA Python professional typically spends their day analyzing financial data, developing and maintaining Python-based financial models, and automating investment processes. They interact closely with portfolio managers, analysts, and data engineers to translate investment strategies into code and actionable insights. Reviewing market trends, back-testing strategies, and preparing reports or presentations are also common tasks. This role requires a blend of technical and finance expertise to ensure that the models and analyses support sound investment decisions.

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Quantitative Research Analyst - Client Solutions & Analytics

Quantitative Research Analyst - Client Solutions & Analytics

PIMCO

Newport Beach, CA • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life

Posted 7 days ago

Job description

PIMCO is a global leader in active fixed income with deep expertise across public and private markets. We invest our clients' capital across a range of fixed income and credit opportunities, leveraging our decades of experience navigating complex debt markets. Our flexible capital base and deep relationships with issuers have helped us become one of the world's largest providers of traditional and nontraditional solutions for companies that need financing and investors who seek strong risk-adjusted returns.
Since 1971, our people have shaped our organization through a high-performance inclusive culture, in which we celebrate diverse thinking. We invest in our people and strive to imprint our CORE values of Collaboration, Openness, Responsibility and Excellence. We believe each of us is here to help others succeed and this has led to PIMCO being recognized as an innovator, industry thought leader and trusted advisor to our clients.
Job Description
The Client Solutions & Analytics team produces innovative thought leadership and quantitative research for PIMCO's clients. Candidates can expect to publish and present research pieces on relevant market themes, construct bespoke investment solutions, and develop platforms and applications to better analyse client portfolios. The team's research topics are broad-ranging adapting to market trends and client interest. Recent publications include: views on inflation, the role of fixed income in the current yield environment, private asset risk and performance, smart beta emerging market portfolios, and PIMCO's capital market assumptions.
Candidates should be hands-on creative thinkers able to build research and solutions from inception to completion to fit client needs. Candidates will collaborate with multiple parts of the firm, including Portfolio Management, Product Strategy, and Client Management and can expect to be involved in both internal as well as client presentations. Applicants should have a strong research background as well as excellent public speaking skills.
Requirements
  • At least one to three years of relevant work experience in asset management, buy-side or sell-side research, investment consulting or academia
  • PhD in finance, economics or quantitative discipline from leading university highly desirable
  • Strong interest and background in quantitative disciplines; knowledge of asset pricing, economic theory, and optimization methods preferred
  • Formal training in empirical research, especially time series and panel data econometrics; experience analysing large data sets preferred
  • Proficiency in programming; Python, MATLAB, C++, preferred
  • Strong analytical, problem solving, and presentation skills

Benefits
  • PIMCO is committed to offering a comprehensive portfolio of employee benefits designed to support the health and well-being of you and your family. Benefits vary by location but may include:
  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage
  • Life insurance and travel coverage
  • Work/life programs such as flexible work arrangements, parental leave and support, employee assistance plan, commuter benefits, health club discounts, and educational/CFA certification reimbursement programs
  • Community involvement opportunities with The PIMCO Foundation in each PIMCO office.

PIMCO follows a total compensation approach when rewarding employees which includes a base salary and a discretionary bonus. Base salary is the fixed component of compensation that is determined by core job responsibilities, relevant experience, internal level, and market factors. The discretionary bonus is used to award performance and therefore is determined by company, business, team, and individual performance.
Salary Range: $ 205,000.00 - $ 230,000.00
Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement
PIMCO recruits and hires qualified candidates without regard to race, national origin, ancestry, religion (including religious dress and grooming practices), sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), age, military or veteran status, disability (physical or mental), any factor prohibited by law, and as such affirms in policy and practice to support and promote the concept of equal employment opportunity and affirmative action, in accordance with all applicable federal, state, provincial and municipal laws. The company also prohibits discrimination on other basis such as medical condition, or marital status under applicable laws.
Applicants with Disabilities
PIMCO is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. We provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities, including veterans, in job application procedures. If you have any difficulty using our online system due to a disability and you would like to request an accommodation, you may contact us at 949-720-7744 and leave a message. This is a dedicated line designed exclusively to assist job seekers with disabilities to apply online. Only messages left for this purpose will be considered. A response to your request may take up to two business days.

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