Software Engineer in Asset Management (m/f/d)
- 23 September 2026
- 100%
- Zürich
Job summary
Join Zürich Cantonal Bank's Asset Management team, a leader in Switzerland. Enjoy a collaborative work environment with opportunities for innovation.
Tasks
- Develop and maintain high-quality software solutions for asset management.
- Utilize Git for version control and collaborative development effectively.
- Collaborate with developers to enhance system efficiency and functionality.
Skills
- Degree in Quantitative Finance, Computer Science, or related field required.
- Proficiency in Python, C#, SQL, and DevOps technologies.
- Strong communication skills and a self-organized mindset.
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About the job
80% - 100% | IT / Business Engineering | Zurich | Experienced Professionals
The Asset Management division of Zürcher Kantonalbank is the second largest provider in Switzerland with over CHF 364 billion assets under management (as of 31.08.2026) and around 280+ investment experts. We offer all services of institutional asset management for financial service providers, companies, foundations, and pension institutions. Our expertise in sustainability and pensions is internationally recognised. 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 take responsibility for the development and operational maintenance of the core platform services, ensuring efficient and stable operation. Additionally, you provide support for incident management and implement change requests in compliance with processes.
Your tasks
- 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 studies (university / university of applied sciences) in quantitative finance, computer science, physics, statistics, mathematics or similar
- Experience in software development in financial services, risk and compliance is an advantage
- Knowledge of Python, C# and a good understanding of relational databases and queries (SQL)
- Proficiency in DevOps and operational technologies - Python, Kafka, ETL, JSON, XML, GIT, AzureDevOps
- Adequate Linux knowledge, skills in shell scripting
- Knowledge of financial products and non-financial risks in asset management is a plus
- Initial exposure to risk or portfolio optimisation is advantageous
- Self-organisation, curious mindset and a good eye for detail
- Strong communication skills
Our offer
- An excellent team of IT specialists and business engineers driving forward the ZKB asset management platform and tackling future challenges together.
- We are one of the few asset managers who take fate into their own hands by building and operating 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 working environment
- Support from the employer with attractive training opportunities and the possibility to organise your work flexibly.
- An attractive overall package including interesting fringe benefits and employee discounts (sports, leisure, childcare, health insurance).
- An employer who cares for and invests in its employees. Additionally, you have access to various networks and mentoring programmes inside and outside the bank (e.g. internal talent promotion programme, Fondsfrauen membership, employee networks, etc.)
Anna-Katharina Zaydowicz
is happy to assist you.
Phone: 044 292 30 27
is happy to assist you.
Phone: 044 292 30 27
