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Get Access To All JobsSenior 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:
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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 stack with Bloomberg's core systems
Bloomberg's backend engineering runs heavily on C++ and Python for low-latency data processing. Before applying, make sure your resume and portfolio surface experience with distributed systems, real-time data pipelines, or financial infrastructure, not just general web backend work.
Search Bloomberg openings through Migrate Mate
Backend Software Developer roles at Bloomberg are posted across multiple channels and fill quickly. Use Migrate Mate to filter Bloomberg's open backend positions by visa type so you only apply to roles explicitly compatible with your sponsorship needs.
Prepare for a multi-round technical assessment
Bloomberg's interview process for backend roles typically includes a proprietary online coding assessment before any recruiter conversation. Practicing systems design and data structure problems specifically in C++ or Python gives you a concrete advantage over candidates using other languages.
Understand the LCA requirement before your start date
Bloomberg must file a certified Labor Condition Application with the DOL before USCIS can approve your H-1B petition. Build at least four to six weeks of LCA processing time into your expected start date discussion with the recruiter, especially for mid-cycle hires.
Use your OPT or grace period strategically
If you're transitioning from F-1 OPT, Bloomberg can begin H-1B petition preparation before your OPT expires. A 60-day grace period applies if you leave a prior employer, but USCIS must receive the new petition before that window closes or you accrue unlawful presence.
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Find Backend Software Developer at Bloomberg JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Bloomberg sponsor H-1B visas for Backend Software Developers?
Yes, Bloomberg sponsors H-1B visas for Backend Software Developer roles. The company also supports H-1B1 and E-3 visas depending on your nationality, as well as Green Card pathways through the EB-2 and EB-3 categories. Bloomberg's legal and HR teams manage the sponsorship process internally, so you won't typically need to source your own immigration attorney once you have an offer.
How do I apply for Backend Software Developer jobs at Bloomberg?
Applications go through Bloomberg's careers portal, but roles close quickly for sponsored candidates. Browse current Backend Software Developer openings at Bloomberg filtered by visa type on Migrate Mate, then apply directly through Bloomberg's site. Expect a proprietary coding assessment early in the process, followed by technical interviews focused on systems design, low-latency architecture, and data structures before reaching the offer stage.
Which visa types does Bloomberg use for Backend Software Developer roles?
Bloomberg sponsors H-1B, H-1B1, and E-3 visas for backend engineering positions, along with Green Card sponsorship through PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 categories. H-1B1 is available to Singaporean and Chilean nationals as an H-1B alternative that bypasses the annual lottery. E-3 is available exclusively to Australian citizens and also avoids the H-1B lottery, with a 10,500-slot annual cap that has never been exhausted.
What qualifications does Bloomberg expect for Backend Software Developer roles?
Bloomberg's backend engineering roles typically require a bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field, which also satisfies the specialty occupation standard USCIS applies to H-1B petitions. Hands-on experience with C++ or Python, distributed systems, and real-time or high-throughput data processing is expected. Candidates coming from financial technology, market data infrastructure, or low-latency systems backgrounds tend to be the strongest fit.
How long does the visa sponsorship process take after a Bloomberg offer?
Timeline depends on your visa type. For H-1B, Bloomberg must file during the April lottery period for an October 1 start unless you qualify for a cap-exempt transfer. E-3 and H-1B1 petitions can be filed year-round with typical USCIS processing of two to four months, or faster with premium processing. Factor in DOL Labor Condition Application certification, which runs one to three weeks, before USCIS can receive the petition.
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