Quantitative Analyst, New Product Development
MorningstarNavi Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Posted March 17, 2026
Full Time
About the Company
Morningstar offers independent investment insights and management services globally.
Job Description
The Quantitative Analyst - New Product Development role involves developing novel thematic and smart beta indexes that leverage Morningstar's intellectual property. The role requires a good grasp of investment concepts, strong analytical skills, and good communication skills. The successful candidate will work closely with the Morningstar research organization and other index teams to operationalize index methodologies and develop new tools and capabilities.
Requirements
- Up to 2 years of experience
- Bachelor's degree in a quantitative, financial discipline, or engineering
- MBA from a premier institute is preferred
- CFA charter or candidature (at least passed Level II) is preferred
- Hands on experience with creating Strategic Beta (Factor), ESG Indexes or similar rules-based quantitative investment strategies is preferred
- Knowledge of institutional investing, modern portfolio theory, and portfolio construction processes
- Technical proficiency with at least one programming language (Python, R or MATLAB) in addition to SQL is desirable
- Excellent documentation habits, oral and written communication and presentation skills including ability to distil complex ideas into simple explanations
Benefits
- Generous Paid Time Off
- 401k Matching
- Retirement Plan
- Four Day Work Week
