Software Engineer im Asset Management (m/w/d) — Zürcher Kantonalbank
- Location
- Zürich
- Contract
- Part-time
- Posted
- 37 days ago
Full description
80% - 100% | IT / Business Engineering | Zurich | Experienced professionals
Description
Zürcher Kantonalbank's Asset Management is the second-largest provider in Switzerland, with over CHF 364 billion in assets under management (as of August 31, 2026) and around 280+ investment experts. We offer all institutional asset management services for financial service providers, companies, foundations and pension institutions. Our expertise in sustainability and pensions in particular has received international recognition. As a member of a 25-person team, you are responsible for the technical implementation of our proprietary portfolio management platform. Together with your colleagues, you will be responsible for the development and operational maintenance of the Core Platform Services and ensure efficient and stable operation. You will also provide support for incident management and implement change requests in compliance with established processes.
Your responsibilities
- Development and maintenance of high-quality software solutions in the context of asset management.
- Effective use of Git for version control and collaborative development.
- Collaboration with a team of developers to improve system efficiency and functionality.
- Understanding and implementing regulatory requirements and standards of the financial industry in software solutions.
- Contributions to the design and implementation of the Portfolio Management Platform in Asset Management.
Your profile
- Completed degree (university / university of applied sciences) in Quantitative Finance, Computer Science, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics or a similar field
- Experience in software development in the financial services sector; experience in risk and compliance is an advantage
- Knowledge of Python, C# and a good understanding of relational databases and queries (SQL)
- Proficiency in DevOps and operations technologies - Python, Kafka, ETL, JSON, XML, GIT, AzureDevOps
- Adequate Linux skills, knowledge of shell scripting
- Knowledge of financial products and non-financial risks in asset management is a plus
- Initial exposure to Risk or portfolio optimization is an advantage
- Self-organization, a curious mindset and a good eye for detail
- Excellent communication skills
What we offer
- An excellent team of IT specialists and Business Engineers who are advancing ZKB's asset management platform and jointly mastering the challenges of the future.
- We are one of the few asset managers that take our fate into our own hands and build and operate our own platform. We offer plenty of room for innovation.
- Varied work with a broad range of topics in data management, risk management, portfolio analysis and much more.
- An innovative and inclusive work environment
- Support from the employer with attractive further training opportunities and the opportunity to organize your work flexibly.
- An attractive overall package, including interesting additional benefits and employee discounts (sports, leisure, childcare, health insurance).
- An employer that cares about its employees and invests in them. You also have access to various networks and mentoring programs both within and outside the bank (e.g., the bank's internal talent development program, Fondsfrauen membership, employee networks, etc.)
Contact
Anna Katharina Zaydowicz
is happy to help you.
Phone: 044 292 30 27
Questions about this listing
What salary does Zürcher Kantonalbank offer for this role?
The original listing does not state a salary. Our estimate for this role and sector in Zürich is CHF 91'500 - 128'000 gross per year — an estimate, not a figure communicated by Zürcher Kantonalbank. The calculator on this site converts a gross salary into your actual net take-home once cross-border tax and social contributions are applied.
Is this a full-time role, and what type of contract does Zürcher Kantonalbank offer?
This listing is a part-time position. The contract type shown here comes directly from the employer's original posting; always confirm exact hours, notice period and probation length with Zürcher Kantonalbank during the application process, since these details can vary by role even within the same contract category.
Do I need a cross-border work permit for a role in Zürich?
EU/EFTA residents living in the border zone of the country adjoining Canton Zürich can apply for a G permit; the Swiss employer files it with that canton's migration office after the contract is signed. Border-zone rules and processing times vary by neighbouring country and canton, so confirm the specifics with Zürich's cantonal migration office or with HR during the application.
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