Software Engineer in Asset Management (m/f/d)

14 May 2026
100%
Zürich

About the job

100% | IT / Business Engineering | Zurich | Experienced Professionals

The Asset Management division of Zürcher Kantonalbank is the second largest provider in Switzerland with over CHF 341 billion assets under management (as of 28.02.2026) 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. You also provide support for incident management and implement change requests in compliance with processes.

Your tasks

Development and maintenance of high-quality software solutions with Python 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 financial industry standards in software solutions.
Contributing to the design and implementation of the portfolio management platform in asset management.

Your profile

University degree 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, Plotly Dash, C# and a good understanding of relational databases and queries (SQL)
Proficiency in DevOps and operational technologies - Python, 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
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 the ZKB asset management platform forward and mastering future challenges together.
We are one of the few asset managers who take fate into their 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 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. In addition, you have access to various networks and mentoring programmes inside and outside the bank (e.g. internal talent development programme, Fondsfrauen membership, employee networks, etc.)

Anna-Katharina Zaydowicz
is happy to assist you.
Phone: 044 292 30 27