Data Engineer

We see the world differently at Capstone Investment Advisors. You will, too.

Capstone is one of the leading asset management firms in derivatives and complementary strategies. With approximately $12 billion of AUM and over 330 employees (as of December 1^st, 2025), Capstone was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Milan, Los Angeles, Hong Kong, Stamford, and Boston.

For over 20 years, across market cycles, we have identified anomalies, tracked dislocations, and capitalized on opportunities to deliver for our investors. Our approach is built on a different way of investing, working together to innovate new strategies and solutions. Together, we explore the overlooked in the pursuit of lasting results for our clients.

With our sophisticated, global client base, we recognize that our success is deeply connected to real people. For that reason, we take a human approach to everything we do, focusing largely on collaborative performance. Our workflow and process are built around the belief that by sharing ideas, we achieve greater outcomes. This gives you greater access to resources, direct exposure to senior leadership, and new opportunities to experiment and innovate.

Overview

As a Data Engineer, you will be at the forefront of building a leading and innovative market data platform that underpins our business. You will contribute to the build out and upkeep of Capstone’s data platform. You will have the chance to boost your career in a fast-paced and ambitious team that strives to create state-of-the-art tools for a range of data-related activities including onboarding, analysis, sourcing, quality checking, and lifecycle management.  

The ideal candidate will have essential expertise in creating and maintaining market data platform pipelines and tools. You will have relevant experience working with financial data and exposure to various data stores such as Snowflake, Redshift and timeseries databases. As a liaison between technical teams and business users, excellent communication skills are a must. We value those who take personal ownership of tasks and display a commitment to delivering high-quality results. The ideal candidate for this role is self-starting, flexible, intellectually curious and adept at creative problem solving. 

Responsibilities and Impact:

• Contribute to the design, build and support of a world class data platform that covers real time market data, unstructured data and alternative data.
• Develop data solutions that enable investment professionals to efficiently extract insights from data.  
• Build tools and automation capabilities for data pipelines that improve the efficiency, quality and resilience of our data platform.
• Working directly with Product and Portfolio Managers to understand their data needs and provide end-to-end data solutions that address requirements.
• Work with timeseries databases (e.g. ArcticDB, KDB+) to store, query, and manage dense time-series data effectively. 
• Build out data quality and integrity tools to ensure robust data validation and error handling.
• Investigate data issues, working with data providers to ensure seamless interconnection between different data sets.

Our future colleague has these skills:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 4 –6 years in a software development focused role
• Proficient in Python and SQL
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to work with, and inspire, a wide cross section of data professionals. 

Do you possess these Bonus Skills:.

• Knowledge of fixed income products (options, swaps, futures, etc.) 
• Familiarity with AWS ecosystem 
• Understanding of streaming pipelines 
• Awareness of key financial vendors (e.g. Bloomberg, Refinitiv, FactSet)  
• Knowledge of OLAP platforms and workloads using tools like Snowflake or Trino 
• Experience with timeseries databases (e.g. ArcticDB, KDB+) 
• Experience working with trading teams, data teams and infrastructure teams 

Benefits & Compensation Information:

Our team is our most important asset and investment. We value and respect our colleagues and their well-being inside and outside the workplace and our culture reflects this.  We offer a robust and competitive benefits program to ensure the well-being of our colleagues.

Some benefits included in this role are:

• Training and development opportunities
• Robust Wellness Resources: Physical, Mental and Financial
• Time-Off, Retirement and Commuter Benefits
• Gym Reimbursement and other Discounts

The applicable base salary range for this role is $140,000 - $165,000 USD. The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

In addition to base compensation, this role is eligible for an annual incentive plan.

To learn even more about being part of the team, visit us online: Careers - Capstone (capstoneco.com)

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Capstone’s Commitment

At Capstone, we value a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees feel appreciated and respected. Our commitment to a nondiscriminatory approach extends equal opportunities for employment and advancement across our programs, departments, and locations. We actively seek and appreciate a variety of life experiences and heritages and advocate for the amplification of all voices.

At Capstone, we're all about creating a workplace where you can thrive and make a real impact. We value innovation, teamwork, trust, and discipline, and we know you do too.

Experimentation: We love fresh ideas and encourage you to try new things. Here, you’ll have the freedom to innovate and help shape our strategies.

Collaboration: We’re big on teamwork. You'll join a supportive community where everyone’s input matters, and we learn from each other every day.

Trust: We believe in building strong, honest relationships. You'll be part of an environment where your contributions are respected and integrity is key.

Discipline: In our fast-paced world, staying focused is crucial. We commit to high standards and a disciplined approach, helping you grow both personally and professionally.

Be part of a team that values your creativity and dedication. Together, let's push boundaries and achieve great things.

Equal Opportunity EmployerCapstone is committed to creating an inclusive environment where we welcome people of different backgrounds. Capstone considers applications for employment without regard to all applicable protected characteristics, including race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, parental status, veteran status, or disability status.