Ready to Build the AI-Powered OS for Finance?

HedgeSPA = Elite Finance × Cutting-Edge AI × Your Talent

Founded by a former BlackRock MD who decided Wall Street needed a new AI-powered Operating System (OS). We're the secret sauce behind some of the biggest financial institutions' smartest moves. Think of us as the tech startup that institutional finance actually listens to.

Why This Isn't Your Typical Job

Get Real. Make Impact. Level Up.

Traditional Finance Jobs

  • Coffee runs
  • Spreadsheet work
  • Watching from the sidelines
  • "Learning opportunities"

HedgeSPA Career

  • Contributing to real portfolio decisions
  • AI-powered analytics
  • Building actual systems
  • Getting published in top-quartile scientific journals

Available Positions

Join our team and build the future of finance

Quantitative Finance Engineer

Turn data into decisions for global investors

You will be responsible for:

  • Building trading models that make real money
  • Analyzing patterns in billions of market data points
  • Protecting portfolios from market volatility
  • Translating complex mathematics into client insights

Technical Requirements:

Python/R Big Data Analysis Statistical Modeling

Ideal candidates enjoy solving complex problems, excel in mathematical reasoning, and appreciate systematic optimization approaches.

Fintech Developer

Build the operating system of institutional finance

You will be responsible for:

  • Designing tools that simplify complex financial workflows
  • Building robust platforms handling substantial transaction volumes
  • Developing data pipelines that connect diverse systems
  • Implementing security measures for financial data protection

Technical Requirements:

JavaScript/React Java/C++ SQL Cloud Infrastructure

Ideal candidates continuously seek better technical solutions, value clean architecture, and enjoy making complex systems work seamlessly.

Career Paths at HedgeSPA

Six distinct career trajectories our team members have pursued
The Capstone-to-Leader Path

Praveen

NUS Electrical Engineering

Built innovative solutions for his capstone project, gained experience at major financial institutions, and returned to HedgeSPA as Tech Team Lead.

Demonstrates our commitment to hiring and promoting talented professionals for substantial roles
The Undergraduate-Superstar

Jenny

Cambridge Computer Science / PolyU

Worked with us during her undergraduate studies and published two papers in top-quartile computer science journals, continuing to collaborate from the UK.

Shows that meaningful research publication is possible during early career stages
The Math-to-Money Converter

Colin

HKU Quantitative Finance / Oxford

Developed trading strategies that earned recognition in academic papers submitted to top-tier financial mathematics journals, proving quant research has real impact.

Illustrates how quantitative research translates to real financial applications
The AI Finance Hacker

Kelly

HKUST / University College London

Worked on government AI sandboxes to ensure regulatory compliance, then applied this experience to transform AI language interfaces into powerful financial tools.

Highlights the intersection of AI innovation and financial regulation
The Bridge Builder

Gabriel

Cambridge University

Translated complex mathematical models into practical tools that real financial professionals can use, making quantitative finance accessible and actionable.

Shows the value of translating theoretical models into practical applications
The Global Grant Master

Sharon

HKU / Peking University

Helped secure UK R&D funding that established our global expansion, demonstrating how innovative ideas can secure substantial institutional investment.

Demonstrates that your work can fundamentally shape a company's strategic direction

Compensation and Development

Competitive Compensation Package

Includes market-competitive salary and employee stock options, providing actual ownership in what you build.

Professional Development

  • Opportunities to publish in respected scientific journals
  • Direct mentorship from former BlackRock leadership
  • Professional connections with global reach
  • Technical skills highly valued by leading financial institutions

Meaningful Work Impact

Your contributions directly influence real financial systems and decisions.

Your Contribution
Technical work
Real Portfolios
Investment systems
Financial Impact
Actual results

Application Process

Submit your application materials for consideration
1

Curriculum Vitae

PDF format preferred, focus on content over formatting

2

Academic Transcript

Demonstrate your learning capability and academic performance

3

Code Samples

Examples of your technical work and problem-solving approach

4

Cover Letter

Explain your interest and relevant experience

Submit materials to: recruitment@hedgespa.com

Frequently Asked Questions

Is finance experience required?

No prior finance experience is required. We provide comprehensive training in financial concepts and institutional practices. We value strong analytical ability and technical skills, which we consider more important than prior finance knowledge.

Can I work on both quantitative and development tracks?

Yes, many of our most successful team members work across both domains. We value interdisciplinary approaches and encourage team members to develop skills in both quantitative finance and technical development.

What is the application timeline?

We review applications on a continuous basis and typically respond within two weeks. For promising candidates, we aim to complete the interview process within four weeks. We maintain flexibility to accommodate academic schedules and other commitments.

Professional Opportunity

This position involves meaningful technical work that influences real financial systems, not peripheral administrative tasks. You will work on substantive projects alongside experienced professionals who have operated at the highest levels of institutional finance.

If you are prepared to move beyond observational roles and begin building substantive financial technology systems, we invite you to apply.