Senior Financial Data Engineer
2 days ago• Malvern, PA
Investment Management Fintech Strategies (IMFS) is a global team headquartered in Malvern, Pennsylvania. IMFS serves to actively explore new technologies in ways that could dramatically improve the Vanguard's investment performance, make capital markets work better for our investors, and embed a culture of innovation throughout Vanguard. This team seeks out internal and external partners and prospects all aspects of technology for ways to experiment and disrupt securities investing across all asset classes. We focus on data strategies including new sources of data and advanced analytics capabilities including machine learning and artificial intelligence; platform and visualization strategies; and market structure strategies.
Responsibilities:
- Design and enhance proprietary data pipelines and market data platforms
- Lead the onboarding of new data products for research and hypotheses testing requiring large scale historical data
- Work closely with data scientists on implementation of AI/ML models
- Mentor junior engineers to develop production quality code, data pipelines and analytics tools
- Collaborate with product and technology teams to drive the integration of analytics tools into production systems
- Work on proof-of-concepts and prototypes involving ingestion of unstructured data into Generative AI tools
- Stay current on latest innovation in application of AI in financial markets
Qualifications:
- Educational background in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline with excellent academic credentials
- Strong knowledge of multiple financial data domains
- Deep knowledge of database concepts with proficiency in SQL and stored procedures
- 7+ years of strong coding experience in Python, C++, C#, and SQL
- Experience in processing large and complex datasets
- Exposure to equities trading environment and domain knowledge in market microstructure a plus
- Has intellectual curiosity and is highly motivated to learn application of new technologies
- Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams
- Self-starter, motivated, independent, curious, versatile team player
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Special Factors
Sponsorship
Vanguard is offering visa sponsorship for this position.
About Vanguard
At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.
To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
Client-provided location(s): Malvern, PA
Job ID: Vanguard-176264
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-24T20:34:04
Perks and Benefits
Health and Wellness
- FSA
- HSA
- Health Reimbursement Account
- Fitness Subsidies
- On-Site Gym
- HSA With Employer Contribution
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- Short-Term Disability
- Long-Term Disability
- Mental Health Benefits
- Virtual Fitness Classes
- Pet Insurance
Parental Benefits
- Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
- Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
- Fertility Benefits
- Adoption Assistance Program
- Family Support Resources
- Adoption Leave
Work Flexibility
- Flexible Work Hours
- Hybrid Work Opportunities
Office Life and Perks
- Company Outings
- Commuter Benefits Program
- Casual Dress
- Happy Hours
- Snacks
- Some Meals Provided
- On-Site Cafeteria
Vacation and Time Off
- Personal/Sick Days
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
- Volunteer Time Off
- Leave of Absence
Financial and Retirement
- Relocation Assistance
- Performance Bonus
- 401(K) With Company Matching
- 401(K)
- Financial Counseling
- Profit Sharing
Professional Development
- Promote From Within
- Mentor Program
- Shadowing Opportunities
- Access to Online Courses
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Internship Program
- Lunch and Learns
- Leadership Training Program
Diversity and Inclusion
- Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
- Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
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