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Location
San Francisco
Business Area
Engineering and CTO
Ref #
10050602
Description & Requirements
BQuant is Bloomberg’s cutting-edge financial research and data science platform. With the tremendous growth of market data and the increasing sophistication of machine learning and quantitative methods, finance is quickly becoming a domain where only the best-capitalized firms can compete. BQuant’s mission is to change that by empowering researchers and investment decision-makers worldwide with sophisticated tools currently only available to the largest investment firms.
BQuant comprises three main components:
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Datasets: BQuant provides a comprehensive range of datasets for analysis, ensuring that users have access to the most relevant and up-to-date information.
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Analytical Tools: BQuant’s suite of tools enables clients to explore and analyze their data effectively. Users can leverage these tools to create and share their research through intuitive dashboards and apps. The BQuant platform is built on open source tools like Python and Jupyter notebooks and is fully integrated with the Bloomberg Terminal®.
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Cloud Infrastructure: The BQuant platform offers robust cloud infrastructure, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security for all users.
By integrating these components, BQuant offers a holistic solution that democratizes access to advanced financial analysis, enabling teams of all sizes to compete on a level playing field.
You'll need to have:
- 4+ years of software development experience
- Significant experience working in a cloud native environment, using a modern technology stack
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Golang or Python
- A Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, similar field of study or equivalent work experience
Salary Range
160000 - 240000 USD Annually + Benefits + Bonus
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) + match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.
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Senior Software Engineer - BQuant
Location
San Francisco
Business Area
Engineering and CTO
Ref #
10050602
Description & Requirements
BQuant is Bloomberg’s cutting-edge financial research and data science platform. With the tremendous growth of market data and the increasing sophistication of machine learning and quantitative methods, finance is quickly becoming a domain where only the best-capitalized firms can compete. BQuant’s mission is to change that by empowering researchers and investment decision-makers worldwide with sophisticated tools currently only available to the largest investment firms.
BQuant comprises three main components:
-
Datasets: BQuant provides a comprehensive range of datasets for analysis, ensuring that users have access to the most relevant and up-to-date information.
-
Analytical Tools: BQuant’s suite of tools enables clients to explore and analyze their data effectively. Users can leverage these tools to create and share their research through intuitive dashboards and apps. The BQuant platform is built on open source tools like Python and Jupyter notebooks and is fully integrated with the Bloomberg Terminal®.
-
Cloud Infrastructure: The BQuant platform offers robust cloud infrastructure, ensuring reliability, scalability, and security for all users.
By integrating these components, BQuant offers a holistic solution that democratizes access to advanced financial analysis, enabling teams of all sizes to compete on a level playing field.
You'll need to have:
- 4+ years of software development experience
- Significant experience working in a cloud native environment, using a modern technology stack
- Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Golang or Python
- A Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, similar field of study or equivalent work experience
Salary Range
160000 - 240000 USD Annually + Benefits + Bonus
The referenced salary range is based on the Company's good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level.
We offer one of the most comprehensive and generous benefits plans available and offer a range of total rewards that may include merit increases, incentive compensation (exempt roles only), paid holidays, paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short and long term disability benefits, 401(k) + match, life insurance, and various wellness programs, among others. The Company does not provide benefits directly to contingent workers/contractors and interns.
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Align your portfolio with Bloomberg's stack
Bloomberg's backend engineering work centers on low-latency data pipelines, distributed systems, and proprietary infrastructure. Demonstrating hands-on experience with C++, Python, or real-time messaging systems in your resume and GitHub portfolio signals direct fit before the first screen.
Target Bloomberg's engineering teams strategically
Bloomberg hires backend engineers across distinct product verticals, from Terminal data feeds to analytics platforms. Applying to roles that match your domain, rather than casting broadly, increases the likelihood your application reaches a team with active headcount and sponsorship approval already in motion.
Clarify visa category eligibility before your offer stage
Bloomberg sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, and E-3 visas for backend roles. If you hold Australian or Singaporean citizenship, confirm with the recruiter early that your preferred category is on the table, since E-3 and H-1B1 processing timelines differ from a standard H-1B petition.
Prepare your specialty occupation documentation early
USCIS requires that H-1B petitions for software engineering roles demonstrate a direct nexus between your specific degree field and the position. Gather official transcripts, degree equivalency evaluations if your credential is foreign, and any coursework documentation that ties your background to backend systems engineering.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Bloomberg's open backend roles
Bloomberg posts backend engineering openings across multiple teams simultaneously, making it easy to miss relevant listings. Use Migrate Mate to filter Bloomberg's open Backend Engineer positions by visa sponsorship type so you can focus your applications on roles actively seeking sponsored candidates.
Understand how Bloomberg's H-1B lottery timing affects your start date
If you need a new H-1B cap-subject petition, USCIS registration opens in March for an October 1 start date. Work backward with your recruiter to align your offer letter, DOL Labor Condition Application filing, and any OPT or grace period status so there's no gap in authorization.
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Does Bloomberg sponsor H-1B visas for Backend Engineers?
Yes, Bloomberg sponsors H-1B visas for Backend Engineer roles. Bloomberg is a large employer with an established immigration program, and backend engineering is one of the functions where visa sponsorship is regularly supported. If you're cap-subject, your offer timeline will need to align with the USCIS H-1B registration window each March.
How do I apply for Backend Engineer jobs at Bloomberg?
You can apply directly through Bloomberg's careers portal or browse open roles filtered by visa sponsorship type on Migrate Mate. Bloomberg's backend engineering interviews typically include multiple technical rounds covering systems design, data structures, and language proficiency, often in C++ or Python. Tailoring your application to a specific team's domain, such as data infrastructure or analytics, improves your chances over a generic submission.
Which visa types does Bloomberg commonly use for Backend Engineer roles?
Bloomberg sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, E-3, and employment-based Green Cards including EB-2 and EB-3 for backend engineering positions. H-1B is the most commonly used category for candidates from most countries. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3, and Singaporean and Chilean nationals may qualify for H-1B1, both of which have dedicated annual allocations and avoid the H-1B lottery.
What qualifications does Bloomberg expect for Backend Engineer roles?
Bloomberg's backend engineering roles generally require a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, electrical engineering, or a closely related field, which also satisfies USCIS specialty occupation requirements for H-1B petitions. Practical experience with distributed systems, low-latency architectures, or financial data processing is weighted heavily. Roles vary in seniority, but strong fundamentals in systems programming and design are consistent expectations across teams.
How do I time my job search at Bloomberg around the H-1B process?
USCIS opens H-1B cap registration each March for an October 1 start date, so targeting Bloomberg roles in the December through February window gives you and your employer time to prepare a petition before registration closes. If you're on OPT, confirm your OPT expiration date against this timeline. Bloomberg's size means their legal team can move quickly once an offer is extended, but the DOL Labor Condition Application must still be certified before your petition is filed.
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