Understanding the tactics of NYPD hostage negotiation and how to diffuse volatile situations.
Capstone is a results-driven, collaborative culture focused on excellence that is delivered through the collective efforts of everyone on our team. That’s why we challenge and support each other to grow; to grow our skills, broaden our knowledge, expand our horizons, and think differently. Our team is our most important asset and investment.
What drives us.
To anticipate and harness the complexities of global derivatives markets to create opportunities for our clients, team and industry.
To provoke the evolution of asset management through open and continuous collaboration.
We see the world differently®
Our values.
Transcendent Thinking
Where others fear instability, we find opportunity.
“Our clients are not only looking for returns, they are looking for information in and around volatility strategy across asset classes.”
Tenacious Innovation
Anticipate change and adapt proactively to maintain a sustainable advantage.
“You can’t be innovative if you don’t fail. We encourage people to own their failures so that we can learn from them, and collectively recover from them.”
Deliberately Particular
Promote a results-driven work ethic that seeks out and nurtures the exceptional.
“Everybody here has seen a crash or two or three. We’ve been through it. There's a lot of experience here.”
Progressive Transparency
Lead through open and continuous collaboration with our team, clients and industry.
“We're open because that's how much we believe in volatility; we want to help develop the industry. We're very transparent and believe in the product, not just our approach.”
Rigorous Discipline
Maintain exceptional standards and support one another to achieve them.
“We encourage people to own their mistakes. Many people associate mistakes with weakness, but I believe that owning and understanding them takes the stress out of your position and is very liberating.”
Pure Integrity
Build trust by delivering results with objectivity and humility.
“We acknowledge that we are going to make mistakes, but we have the humility to take pause, deeply analyze and learn from those mistakes, and that is a key driver to our success.”
“There's a lot of information sharing here. There is deep expertise across the firm, and people are constantly talking to each other. They are open to collaboration on ideas and information.”
Education and opportunity.
We look for employees who have the skills and capabilities to be successful in their role and expand their impact throughout the organization. As new employees onboard, they are guided through their acclimation to ensure an understanding of their role and career trajectory and to set them on a path for success. Our employee training and development opportunities seek to challenge employees to grow their skills, think differently, broaden their knowledge and expand their horizons.
We support a learning journey by bringing in a variety of speakers, providing access to experienced industry professionals, sourcing differentiated development programs and offering training platforms to pursue individual interests. We invest in managers to equip them with the tools to support employees as they navigate through their jobs, teams and careers at Capstone, and ensure their experiences are mutually fulfilling.
“I want everyone at Capstone to understand that they have a large organization filled with exceptional people who are here to support them.”
Captivate.
At Capstone, exploring risk and its associated benefits is a part of our DNA. Our Captivate series of lectures and discussions aims to bring in leaders from diverse walks of life—who also view the world differently—in order to help us understand their unique approach and learn from their experiences.
The application of a focused and strategic approach to calmly overcome the odds.
“We are a results-driven environment, and we are a results-driven business. That requires a level of excellence to be able to create those results.”
Investment Team Opportunities.
We are always looking for new investment talent. If you are looking to take the next step in your career, and are interested in connecting with Capstone's Business Development Team,please apply here.
Across Capstone's two separate but complementary investment platforms - CGM and Capstone Solutions - we have deep experience with many types of investment strategies and a primary focus in derivatives, volatility and relative value-based strategies. Collaborative by design, Capstone's investment platform encourages process, research and idea sharing.
Common qualities in Portfolio Manager candidates include:
• Quality non-correlated track record• Process oriented
• Data driven
• Self-starter
• Technically oriented
• Intense innovator
• Relentless work ethic
• Unbiased
• Consistent
Careers at Capstone.
Want to see the world differently? Intellectual curiosity, the openness to share ideas, humility, the highest ethical standards and a desire to excel are a few of the traits that it takes to thrive and be your best self at Capstone.
2025 Summer Internship – Investment – Hong Kong
PROGRAM DETAILS
At Capstone, we seek to harness the complexities of global derivatives markets with disciplined strategic insight, an experienced, accomplished team and advanced technology to create sustainable value. We’ve created a particular approach to investment that we believe drives continuous improvement and opportunities for our clients, team and industry.
As an intern, you can be part of the disciplined collaboration in a 10-week program designed to give you exposure to senior team members and our CEO Paul Britton. You will be given a project that is both educational and has a value add to the business. At the end of the summer, you will present your project to the senior leadership team. Throughout the program you will also attend educational sessions and team building events.
Department
Our investment pods are looking for bright, curious, and motivated candidates to join their teams for a summer internship. Throughout the summer, interns will be given the opportunity to learn about various investments strategies, as well as complete a project that will be both educational and a value add to the business.
Investment pod placements may include Sovereign Rates Relative Value, Global Equity Volatility, Quantitative, Convertible Bond Arbitrage, Equity Capital Markets, and more.
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES:
- All students are encouraged to apply but Bachelor’s or Master’s students in a quantitative field, including Economics, Econometrics, Finance, Applied Math and Statistics are preferred
- Proficiency in Python, Java or similar language is desirable
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A self-starter with a strong desire to learn alongside organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrable passion for financial markets
Internship Locations: NYC, Boston, London, Hong Kong, and Milan
Capstone 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.
2025 Summer Internship – Investment – London
PROGRAM DETAILS
At Capstone, we seek to harness the complexities of global derivatives markets with disciplined strategic insight, an experienced, accomplished team and advanced technology to create sustainable value. We’ve created a particular approach to investment that we believe drives continuous improvement and opportunities for our clients, team and industry.
As an intern, you can be part of the disciplined collaboration in a 10-week program designed to give you exposure to senior team members and our CEO Paul Britton. You will be given a project that is both educational and has a value add to the business. At the end of the summer, you will present your project to the senior leadership team. Throughout the program you will also attend educational sessions and team building events.
DEPARTMENT
Our investment pods are looking for bright, curious, and motivated candidates to join their teams for a summer internship. Throughout the summer, interns will be given the opportunity to learn about various investments strategies, as well as complete a project that will be both educational and a value add to the business.
Investment pod placements may include Sovereign Rates Relative Value, Global Equity Volatility, Quantitative, Convertible Bond Arbitrage, Equity Capital Markets, and more.
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES:
- All students are encouraged to apply but Bachelor’s or Master’s students in a quantitative field, including Economics, Econometrics, Finance, Applied Math and Statistics are preferred
- Proficiency in Python, Java or similar language is desirable
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A self-starter with a strong desire to learn alongside organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrable passion for financial markets
Internship Locations: NYC, Boston, London, Hong Kong and Milan
Capstone 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.
2025 Summer Internship – Investment – New York City
PROGRAM DETAILS
At Capstone, we seek to harness the complexities of global derivatives markets with disciplined strategic insight, an experienced, accomplished team and advanced technology to create sustainable value. We’ve created a particular approach to investment that we believe drives continuous improvement and opportunities for our clients, team and industry.
As an intern, you can be part of the disciplined collaboration in a 10-week program designed to give you exposure to senior team members and our CEO Paul Britton. You will be given a project that is both educational and has a value add to the business. At the end of the summer, you will present your project to the senior leadership team. Throughout the program you will also attend educational sessions and team building events.
DEPARTMENT
Our investment pods are looking for bright, curious, and motivated candidates to join their teams for a summer internship. Throughout the summer, interns will be given the opportunity to learn about various investments strategies, as well as complete a project that will be both educational and a value add to the business.
Investment pod placements may include Sovereign Rates Relative Value, Global Equity Volatility, Quantitative, Convertible Bond Arbitrage, Equity Capital Markets, and more.
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES:
- All students are encouraged to apply but Bachelor’s or Master’s students in a quantitative field, including Economics, Econometrics, Finance, Applied Math and Statistics are preferred
- Proficiency in Python, Java or similar language is desirable
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A self-starter with a strong desire to learn alongside organizational and time management skills
- Demonstrable passion for financial markets
Internship Locations: NYC, Boston, London, Hong Kong and Milan
Capstone 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.
HOURLY RATE
$30 USD – $40 USD
2025 Summer Internship – Quantitative Risk Technology
PROGRAM DETAILS
At Capstone, we seek to harness the complexities of global derivatives markets with disciplined strategic insight, an experienced, accomplished team and advanced technology to create sustainable value. We’ve created a particular approach to investment that we believe drives continuous improvement and opportunities for our clients, team and industry.
As an intern, you can be part of the disciplined collaboration in a 10-week program designed to give you exposure to senior team members and our CEO Paul Britton. You will be given a project that is both educational and has a value add to the business. At the end of the summer, you will present your project to the senior leadership team. Throughout the program you will also attend educational sessions and team building events.
DEPARTMENT
The Risk Technology Team is responsible for working alongside the Risk team in delivering world-class solutions for analytics, scenarios, reporting, and calculations within Risk at Capstone,
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES:
- Pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or any related discipline
- Interest in financial markets
- Experience in writing Python and Java
- Some experience with a database or datastore, either relational, object based, or columnar
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to find creative solutions to problems
- Familiarity with machine learning would be advantageous
Capstone 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.
2025 Summer Internship – Quantitative Risk Technology
PROGRAM DETAILS
Capstone’s 2025 Summer Internship is a 10 week summer program. You will be given a project that is both educational and a value add to the business, at the end of the summer you will present your project to the senior leadership team. Throughout the program you will attend educational sessions given by senior leadership, we will host team building exercises and encourage relationship building with the firm. At the end of the summer, we will have a send-off lunch to close out the program and thank you for all your hard work.
Department
The Risk Technology Team is responsible for working alongside the Risk team in delivering world-class solutions for analytics, scenarios, reporting, and calculations within Risk at Capstone,
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES:
- Pursuing an undergraduate or master’s degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, or any related discipline
- Interest in financial markets
- Experience in writing Python and Java
- Some experience with a database or datastore, either relational, object based, or columnar
- Strong communication skills both written and verbal
- Ability to find creative solutions to problems
- Familiarity with machine learning would be advantageous
Capstone 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.
HOURLY RATE
$30 USD – $40 USD
2025 Summer Internship – Software Engineering
PROGRAM DETAILS
Capstone’s 2025 Summer Internship is a 10 week summer program. You will be given a project that is both educational and a value add to the business, at the end of the summer you will present your project to the senior leadership team. Throughout the program you will attend educational sessions given by senior leadership, we will host team building exercises and encourage relationship building with the firm. At the end of the summer, we will have a send-off lunch to close out the program and thank you for all your hard work.
Department
The IT development team creates applications and technical tools for different teams within the firm. These applications include investment management tools for traders, systems to automatically process trades, tools for accounting, legal and compliance as well as risk management to oversee the investment process. The IT development team is divided into sub teams, which are aligned with different groups in the firm.
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES:
- Proficiency in SQL with hands on project experience a plus
- Some proficiency from in either C# or C++ a plus
- Fast learner and able to contribute, with a team-player mentality
- Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical members of the broader team
- Proficiency in Python and/or Java
Capstone 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.
HOURLY RATE
$28 USD – $32 USD
2025 Summer Internship – Software Engineering
PROGRAM DETAILS
At Capstone, we seek to harness the complexities of global derivatives markets with disciplined strategic insight, an experienced, accomplished team and advanced technology to create sustainable value. We’ve created a particular approach to investment that we believe drives continuous improvement and opportunities for our clients, team and industry.
As an intern, you can be part of the disciplined collaboration in a 10-week program designed to give you exposure to senior team members and our CEO Paul Britton. You will be given a project that is both educational and has a value add to the business. At the end of the summer, you will present your project to the senior leadership team. Throughout the program you will also attend educational sessions and team building events.
DEPARTMENT
The IT development team creates applications and technical tools for different teams within the firm. These applications include investment management tools for traders, systems to automatically process trades, tools for accounting, legal and compliance as well as risk management to oversee the investment process. The IT development team is divided into sub teams, which are aligned with different groups in the firm.
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES:
- Proficiency in Python and/or Java
- Proficiency in SQL with hands on project experience a plus
- Some proficiency from in either C# or C++ a plus
- Fast learner and able to contribute, with a team-player mentality
- Ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical members of the broader team
Capstone 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.
Data Engineer
Capstone 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.
Enterprise Software Engineer
OVERVIEW:
The Enterprise Engineering team provides technology solutions for all of the core groups within Capstone, including Treasury, Middle Office, Fund Accounting, Investor Relations, Compliance and many others. We’re looking for highly motivated software engineer with a passion for technology and markets. You’ll partner with our treasury, accounting, middle office professionals, as well as other teams across the firm to deliver cutting edge solutions to interesting problems.
The ideal candidate possesses exceptional problem-solving skills, a collaborative mentality, and an ability to bring innovative ideas to life. The role offers great exposure to the many and varied areas of the hedge fund.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Create state-of-the-art software that empowers decision making across various investment strategies
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Design, build and maintain key software solutions that support the firm’s core teams, with a clear focus on performance, scalability, and reliability
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Own the end-to-end development process by working closely with stakeholders to understand problems, creating a strategy of execution, and delivering thoroughly tested and elegant solutions
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Collaborate with other highly skilled engineers across the technology team and the firm to tackle complex technical challenges
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
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Experience in building production level software in Python. Experience supporting C# systems a plus.
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Experience working with at least one financial asset class
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Experience with SQL databases
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Strong analytical and problem solving skills
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Collaborative team player with strong verbal communication skills
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4+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy side preferred)
BONUS SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Experience building enterprise solutions in C++ and/or Java
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Deep product knowledge in the Equity or Fixed Income asset class
Capstone 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.
Enterprise Software Engineer
OVERVIEW:
The Enterprise Engineering team provides technology solutions for all of the core groups within Capstone, including Treasury, Middle Office, Fund Accounting, Investor Relations, Compliance and many others. We’re looking for highly motivated software engineer with a passion for technology and markets. You’ll partner with our treasury, accounting, middle office professionals, as well as other teams across the firm to deliver cutting edge solutions to interesting problems.
The ideal candidate possesses exceptional problem-solving skills, a collaborative mentality, and an ability to bring innovative ideas to life. The role offers great exposure to the many and varied areas of the hedge fund.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Create state-of-the-art software that empowers decision making across various investment strategies
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Design, build and maintain key software solutions that support the firm’s core teams, with a clear focus on performance, scalability, and reliability
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Own the end-to-end development process by working closely with stakeholders to understand problems, creating a strategy of execution, and delivering thoroughly tested and elegant solutions
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Collaborate with other highly skilled engineers across the technology team and the firm to tackle complex technical challenges
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
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Experience in building production level software in Python. Experience supporting C# systems a plus.
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Experience working with at least one financial asset class
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Experience with SQL databases
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Strong analytical and problem solving skills
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Collaborative team player with strong verbal communication skills
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4+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy side preferred)
BONUS SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Experience building enterprise solutions in C++ and/or java
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Deep product knowledge in the Equity or Fixed Income asset class
Capstone 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.
BASE SALARY RANGE
$170,000 – $190,000 (depending on years of experience) USD
Front Office Software Engineer
BACKGROUND:
Capstone is a global, alternative investment management firm operating across a broad range of derivatives-based strategies with a deep understanding of volatility. With approximately $10.5 billion of AUM and over 300 employees (as of August 1, 2024), Capstone was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Milan, Hong Kong, Los Angeles, Stamford, and Boston. Through strategic insight, market-leading expertise and advanced technology, we seek to anticipate and harness the complexities of world markets, creating unique opportunities for our clients, team and industry.
OVERVIEW:
The front office engineering team is responsible for developing the risk and pricing platform that our investment teams reply on to deliver outstanding returns to our clients. We’re looking for highly motivated software engineer with a passion for technology and markets. You’ll partner with our portfolio managers, risk managers and other teams across the firm to deliver cutting edge solutions to interesting problems.
The ideal candidate possesses exceptional problem-solving skills, a collaborative mentality, and an ability to bring innovative ideas to life. The role offers great exposure to the many and varied areas of the hedge fund.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Design, build and maintain the firm’s internal fixed income pricing platform, with a focus on accuracy, performance, and scalability
- Work closely with investment teams to deliver thoroughly tested and elegant solutions for their requests and strategies
- Create state-of-the-art software that propel risk management and empower decision making across various investment strategies
- Collaborate with other highly skilled engineers across the technology team and the firm to tackle complex technical challenges
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience in building production level software in Java
- Basic experience building production software in C++
- Basic understanding of Fixed Income products
- Basic experience with SQL databases
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Collaborative team player with strong verbal communication skills and experience working with stakeholders
- 5+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy or sell side)
- Degree in a quantitative or engineering discipline such as computer science, math, physics or engineering
BONUS SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- 8+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy or sell side)
- Deep knowledge in building enterprise solutions in C++
- Deep product knowledge in the Fixed Income asset class
Fundamental Credit Analyst
Capstone is a global, alternative investment management firm operating across a broad range of derivatives-based strategies with a deep understanding of volatility. With approximately $12 billion of AUM and 315 employees (as of June 1, 2024, Capstone was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Stamford, Boston, and Milan.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- We are seeking a Fundamental Credit Analyst to join a growing team and be a key contributor to the build out a Fundamental Credit strategy within a large multi-strategy hedge fund.
- The Fundamental Credit business invests long and short across Investment Grade, High Yield, and Distressed Corporate Credit with a primary focus on North American companies.
- As a Fundamental Credit Analyst, you will perform value added investment research to drive idea generation, conduct ongoing diligence on portfolio positions including fundamental modeling and scenario analysis, as well as recommending trade sizing, entry and exit price targets, and hedging opportunities.
- In addition to primary research on corporate credit fundamentals (SEC filings, indentures, etc.), a key responsibility of this role will be establishing and growing a network of buyside, sell side, and advisor relationships.
DESIRABLE CANDIDATES:
- Previous experience with the following:
- Modeling
- Indentures and credit agreements
- Bankruptcy process and experience in public markets investing using Bloomberg
- Collaborative / Communicator
- Critical thinking
- Problem solver
- Detail orientated
- 5+ years of work experience in a hedge fund / private equity / bank
- Strong work ethic
- Strong interpersonal skills
BENEFITS AND 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 $150,000-175,000 + discretionary bonus. 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.
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER
Capstone 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.
To learn even more about being part of the team, visit us online: Careers – Capstone (capstoneco.com)
Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn
Product Development
We see the world differently at Capstone Investment Advisors. You will, too.
Capstone is a global, alternative investment management firm operating across a broad range of derivatives-based strategies with a deep understanding of volatility. With approximately $12 billion of AUM and 315 employees (as of June 1, 2024, Capstone was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Stamford, Boston, and Milan.
At Capstone, we constantly aim to expand our view of how WE SEE THE WORLD DIFFERENTLY® in order to create opportunity. Our commitment to provoking the evolution of asset management provides us with a perpetual hunger for knowledge that we believe drives the improvement of our particular approach to investment.
We seek to harness the complexities of global derivatives markets with disciplined strategic insight, an experienced, accomplished team and advanced technology to create sustainable value. We’ve created a particular approach to investment that we believe drives continuous improvement and opportunities for our clients, team and industry.
The Team:
The Product Development team works with various stakeholders across the firm to help launch new strategies and design bespoke mandates on behalf of prospective and current institutional investors. The team also assists with content development of research pieces and market insights published by the firm. The Product Development team sits within the broader Investor Relations team who maintains marketing materials and caters to existing investors across the firm’s client base.
Responsibilities and Impact:
- Assist with new product development through the creation of strategy pitchbooks and market analysis
- Create detailed strategy writeups and maintain updates as the market opportunity shifts and investor inquiries are received
- Engage in the entire lifecycle of a product from initial development to implementation
- Conduct research on peers within the hedge fund industry to identify market trends and disseminate information to relevant stakeholders across the firm
- Be involved in the publication of market research and thought leadership pieces by providing high quality feedback and edits
Our future colleague has these skills:
- Bachelor’s degree with at least 4-6 years of experience in product/strategy development or alternative investment fund research
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office required; proficiency in VBA, SQL, Python and Tableau preferred
- Motivated and proactive. Able to work independently within a team
- Strong interpersonal skills and a team player
- Extremely organized and detail-oriented
Benefits and 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:
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Training and development opportunities
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Robust Wellness Resources: Physical, Mental and Financial
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Time-Off, Retirement and Commuter Benefits
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Gym Reimbursement and other Discounts
The applicable base salary range for this role is $120,000 – $150,000 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.
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Capstone 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.
To learn even more about being part of the team, visit us online: Careers – Capstone (capstoneco.com)
Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn
Receptionist
We see the world differently at Capstone Investment Advisors. You will, too.
Capstone is a global, alternative investment management firm operating across a broad range of derivatives-based strategies with a deep understanding of volatility. With approximately $12 billion of AUM and 315 employees (as of June 1, 2024, Capstone was formed in 2007 and is headquartered in New York with offices in London, Amsterdam, Hong Kong, Tokyo, Los Angeles, Stamford, Boston, and Milan.
At Capstone, we constantly aim to expand our view of how WE SEE THE WORLD DIFFERENTLY® in order to create opportunity. Our commitment to provoking the evolution of asset management provides us with a perpetual hunger for knowledge that we believe drives the improvement of our particular approach to investment.
We seek to harness the complexities of global derivatives markets with disciplined strategic insight, an experienced, accomplished team and advanced technology to create sustainable value. We’ve created a particular approach to investment that we believe drives continuous improvement and opportunities for our clients, team and industry.
We are looking for a full-time Receptionist to join our team in the London Office. The Receptionist will be in charge of our reception area and will need to perform a variety of administrative and clerical tasks. The Receptionist should ensure that guests are welcomed positively, and should execute all tasks to the highest quality standards.
Responsibilities and Impact:
- Answer main phone line, transfer calls, etc.
- Receive and distribute all incoming mail, coordinate all outgoing mail
- Handle all visitors, including advance registration, greeting upon arrival, etc.
- Coordinate meetings, including booking rooms and video conferencing
- Work with Office Manager to coordinate all catering requests, including ordering, receiving, unpacking, cleaning up, and managing related invoices
- Work with the Office Manager to execute in-office events
- Coordinate travel with our agency for all UK/Europe based employees
- Help reconcile credit card reports for office events, facilities, supplies and travel
- Act as Executive Assistant to our CEO when he is visiting the London office
- Backup the Receptionist/Office Manager as needed
- Other duties as assigned
Our future colleague has these skills:
- 1+ years experience as a Receptionist or Administrative Assistant
- Bachelor’s degree
- 5 days a week in person in the office
- Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and Outlook) and MS Teams
- Strong communication and a professional, pleasant demeanor
- Strong organizational skills and multitasking ability
Benefits and 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:
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Training and development opportunities
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Robust Wellness Resources: Physical, Mental and Financial
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Time-Off, Retirement and Commuter Benefits
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Gym Reimbursement and other Discounts
Equal Opportunity Employer:
Capstone 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.
To learn even more about being part of the team, visit us online: Careers – Capstone (capstoneco.com)
Don’t forget to follow us on LinkedIn
Senior Quantitative Analyst
OVERVIEW:
Capstone is looking for an exotics pricing analyst to join our growing tech development organization in London. This analyst will be developing new pricing models in support of our expanding products line, part of the team is responsible for partnering with investment and structuring teams to support quantitative investment strategies.
We are seeking a highly motivated candidate with a passion for financial modeling and a drive to excel in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional problem-solving skills, a collaborative mentality, and an ability to bring innovative ideas to life. The role offers great exposure to the front office and investment teams.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Experience with exotic equity products and scripted payoffs (ex. BLAN).
- Working knowledge of different volatility models (Local Volatility, Local Stochastic Volatility, Parametric Implied Volatility).
- Understanding of Monte-Carlo simulations.
- Ability to communicate efficiently and concisely in writing and verbally.
- Programming skills in at least one language, preferably C++.
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Bachelors, Masters, or PhD in STEM or similar subject.
- Direct experience working with equities.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Strong quantitative skills and experience in statistical analysis.
- Collaborative team player with strong verbal communication skills.
- 8+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy or sell side).
BONUS SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Programming skills in Java andor Python.
Capstone 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.
Software Engineer
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Solutions Strategist
Capstone 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.
Sr. C# Software Engineer
OVERVIEW:
Capstone is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join the front office systems focused division within its multifaceted Technology team. The team is responsible for partnering with industry leading experts to build sophisticated solutions across front office, middle office, and risk functions.
They are seeking a highly motivated engineer with a passion for technology and a drive to excel in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional problem-solving skills, a collaborative mentality, and an ability to bring innovative ideas to life. The role offers great exposure to the many and varied areas of the hedge fund.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
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Create state-of-the-art software that propel risk management and empower decision making across various investment strategies
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Design, build and maintain the firm’s global trading platform while focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability
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Own the end-to-end development process by working closely with stakeholders to understand problems, creating a strategy of execution, and delivering thoroughly tested and elegant solutions
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Collaborate with other highly skilled engineers across the technology team and the firm to tackle complex technical challenges
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
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Experience in building production level software in C#
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Experience with SQL databases
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Strong analytical and problem solving skills
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Collaborative team player with strong verbal communication skills
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10+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy or sell side)
BONUS SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Deep knowledge of .NET Framework/Core
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Experience working with Windows Forms or WPF
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Experience building enterprise solutions in Java or C++
Capstone 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.
Sr. C# Software Engineer
OVERVIEW:
Capstone is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join the front office systems focused division within its multifaceted Technology team. The team is responsible for partnering with industry leading experts to build sophisticated solutions across front office, middle office, and risk functions.
They are seeking a highly motivated engineer with a passion for technology and a drive to excel in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional problem-solving skills, a collaborative mentality, and an ability to bring innovative ideas to life. The role offers great exposure to the many and varied areas of the hedge fund.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
-
Create state-of-the-art software that propel risk management and empower decision making across various investment strategies
-
Design, build and maintain the firm’s global trading platform while focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability
-
Own the end-to-end development process by working closely with stakeholders to understand problems, creating a strategy of execution, and delivering thoroughly tested and elegant solutions
-
Collaborate with other highly skilled engineers across the technology team and the firm to tackle complex technical challenges
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
-
Experience in building production level software in C#
-
Experience with SQL databases
-
Strong analytical and problem solving skills
-
Collaborative team player with strong verbal communication skills
-
8+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy or sell side)
BONUS SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Deep knowledge of .NET Framework/Core
-
Experience working with Windows Forms or WPF
-
Experience building enterprise solutions in Java or C++
Capstone 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.
BASE SALARY RANGE
$170,000 – $190,000 (depending on years of experience) USD
Sr. Front Office Software Engineer
OVERVIEW:
Capstone is looking for a Senior Software Engineer to join the front office systems focused division within its multifaceted Technology team. The team is responsible for partnering with industry leading experts to build sophisticated solutions across front office, middle office, and risk functions.
They are seeking a highly motivated engineer with a passion for technology and a drive to excel in a dynamic environment. The ideal candidate possesses exceptional problem-solving skills, a collaborative mentality, and an ability to bring innovative ideas to life. The role offers great exposure to the many and varied areas of the hedge fund.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Create state-of-the-art software that propel risk management and empower decision making across various investment strategies
-
Design, build and maintain the firm’s global trading platform while focusing on performance, scalability, and reliability
-
Own the end-to-end development process by working closely with stakeholders to understand problems, creating a strategy of execution, and delivering thoroughly tested and elegant solutions
-
Collaborate with other highly skilled engineers across the technology team and the firm to tackle complex technical challenges
SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
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Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field
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Experience in building production level software in Java and Python
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Experience working with at least one financial asset class
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Experience with SQL databases
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Strong analytical and problem solving skills
-
Collaborative team player with strong verbal communication skills
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8+ years working experience in the financial industry (buy or sell side)
BONUS SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:
- Experience building enterprise solutions in C++
- Deep product knowledge in the Equity or Fixed Income asset class
Capstone 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.
BASE SALARY RANGE
$170,000 – $190,000 (depending on years of experience) USD