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Portfolio Manager, Options & Derivatives

Farther
Location
Remote
Posted
1 month ago
Department
Farther Asset Management
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 10+ years of experience in quantitative research, investment analytics, systematic strategies, or a closely related role at a buy-side firm, asset manager, fintech, or financial services company
  • Solid Python skills for research and analytics
  • Strong mathematical foundation: operations research, statistics, or quantitative finance background
  • Experience working with SMAs or systematic investment strategies at scale
  • Comfortable collaborating with technical product and engineering teams
  • Curious, self-directed, and comfortable operating in lean environments
Nice to have
  • Familiarity with options, Greeks, volatility surfaces, or derivatives-based strategies
  • Experience specifically with fixed income or equity SMAs
  • Prior exposure to portfolio management, risk, or trading platforms
  • Experience at a fintech or RIA where technology and investment management intersect
  • Familiarity with custodian or brokerage platforms used by advisors
What the job really is

As a Portfolio Manager for Options & Derivatives at Farther, you will design, research, and build systematic investment strategies with a focus on options-based overlays. You will collaborate closely with experienced portfolio managers, utilize Python for research and analytics, and translate your findings into scalable strategies. Your role will also involve monitoring portfolio risks and performance, as well as partnering with product and engineering teams to enhance operational capabilities.

Benefits
  • Competitive comp package that rewards impact
  • Full health benefits + 401(k) matching & Roth IRA options
  • Unlimited PTO
Things to weigh
  • No salary listed
  • Role involves building capabilities from the ground up, which may require a high level of initiative and self-direction
  • Focus on options-based strategies may limit exposure to other investment areas
  • Fast-scaling startup environment may involve ambiguity and rapid change
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