Lead Data Scientist - Quantitative Investment Strategies

Lead Data Scientist - Quantitative Investment Strategies
Overview

RavenPack is powering the future of finance with AI. With over 20 years of experience delivering big data analytics to the world’s top hedge funds, banks, and asset managers, we are now building the next generation of generative AI solutions for financial professionals.

Our mission: Help clients make faster, smarter decisions by integrating public information into their workflows using cutting-edge NLP, ML, and GenAI technologies. RavenPack has been recognized as the Best Alternative Data Provider (WatersTechnology) and one of VivaTech’s Top 100 Next Unicorns.

The Opportunity: We’re seeking a senior leader to drive quantitative investment use cases across RavenPack’s product suite, from creating alpha-generating datasets to developing intelligent agents and workflow solutions that transform how finance professionals operate.

This role reports directly to Peter Hafez, Chief Data Scientist at RavenPack. You’ll combine deep technical expertise with a strong quantitative finance background to lead POC development, guide applied research, and work directly with enterprise clients to deliver real-world AI solutions in finance.

Please note that this role is located at our headquarters in Marbella, Spain, and we offer a relocation package to support your move.

The Responsibilities

Design and build ML/NLP-powered solutions that generate measurable value in alpha generation and financial workflows.

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• Engage clients: Partner with top-tier financial institutions during POCs and pilots, rapidly iterating solutions based on real-world feedback.
  
• Shape strategy: Drive adoption of LLMs/LRMs, fine-tuning, and multi-agent systems to tackle complex investment challenges.
  
• Advance research: Stay ahead of AI/ML trends and lead internal R&D aligned with strategic business goals. Collaborate across teams: Work closely with engineers, product managers, and executives to deliver scalable solutions.
  
• Champion communication: Represent RavenPack at industry conferences, developer communities, and client events, translating complex ideas into impactful narratives.
  

Qualifications

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• MSc or PhD in Computer Science, Machine Learning, NLP, Quantitative Finance, or related field.
  
• 7+ years experience in quantitative investment strategies from buyside or sell-side, with proven success in ML/NLP-driven initiatives.
  
• Deep, hands-on expertise with LLMs, LRMs, and coding assistant technologies.
  
• Strong background in alpha generation, time-series modeling, workflow orchestration, and multi-agent LLM architectures.
  
• Proficiency in Python (plus SQL or other databases). Excellent client-facing and project leadership skills. Entrepreneurial mindset with strong business acumen and a passion for pushing the boundaries of applied AI in finance.
  

Location and Relocation

Please note that this role is located at our headquarters in Marbella, Spain, and we offer a relocation package to support your move.

Why Join Us / Benefits

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• At RavenPack, you’ll work at the intersection of AI and quantitative finance, shaping the future of investment decision-making in global markets.
  
• We offer: A collaborative, international culture based in Marbella, Spain. Access to leading industry players and cutting-edge technology.
  
• Competitive compensation and relocation support.
  

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, colour, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

What’s in it for You?

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• International Culture: With its headquarters in Marbella, Spain, and presence in Madrid, New York and London, RavenPack takes pride in being a truly diverse global organization.
  
• Best in Class: You will work with top engineers with experience using ReactJS, Python, Java and Lisp, on cutting-edge, innovative technology.
  
• Competitive Salary: In RavenPack, we believe that your time and experience needs to be fairly rewarded.
  
• Continuous learning: We provide the support needed to grow within the team.
  
• Innovation: Innovation is the key to our success, so we encourage you to speak up and tell us about your vision.
  
• Diversity is in our DNA! You will work in an international environment (over 29 nationalities and 24 languages spoken!)
  

Seniority level

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• Mid-Senior level
  

Employment type

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• Full-time
  

Job function

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• Engineering and Research
  

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