Blazej Szkudlarek

Blazej Szkudlarek

Quantitative Analyst
Poland
Full-time Hybrid

نبذة عني

Quantitative Analyst with 6+ years of experience across investment management, quantitative risk, equity research, and fund accounting. Currently developing algorithmic investment tools and strategies at Opoka TFI. previ…

الخبرة

Quantitative Analyst

Opoka TFI · Warsaw , Warsaw , Poland
Jan 2026 - حتى الآن · 9 أشهر

<p>Redesigned the firm’s quantitative and automation infrastructure, migrating key processes from locally executed applications to a centralized server-based architecture.</p><p> Migrated and refactored 20+ legacy C++ algorithms into Python, established the firm’s GitLab environment, and deployed quantitative tools and automated pipelines to external server infrastructure.</p><p> Improved the firm’s data and reporting architecture, including migration to a more comprehensive and cost-efficient data provider, integration of additional brokers, and enhancements to portfolio-management workflows.</p><p> Backtested and validated algorithmic investment models, developed technical documentation for key systems, and designed a hedging strategy for portfolio risk management.</p><p> Developed API-based automation solutions and performed portfolio and fund-allocation analyses to support investment, risk-management, and operational decision-making.</p>

Project Manager

Instytut Misesa · Kraków , Lesser Poland Voivodeship , Poland
Sep 2024 - حتى الآن · 2 سنوات 1 شهر

<p>Led the modernization and expansion of the Austrian School of Economics student clubs program, growing it from 2 clubs into a nationwide network operating in 11 cities.</p><p> Developed and launched new educational initiatives, including conferences, debate tournaments, retreats, and post-conference publications.</p><p> Built and managed a nationwide network of 50+ students promoting economic education, while personally delivering lectures in 6 cities.</p><p> Led the organization of an annual three-day conference featuring 26 speakers and attracting 250+ attendees.</p>

Quantitative Risk Analyst

UBS · Kraków , Lesser Poland Voivodeship , Poland
May 2024 - Jan 2026 · 1 سنة 8 أشهر

<p>Developed and modified code for risk models used at UBS, primarily in R and Python.</p><p> Prepared analytical reports in LaTeX and supported ongoing development of quantitative risk-model code.</p><p> Developed AI tool for annual reporting of the risk model.</p><p> Monitored and maintained stress-testing models and supported Basel III regulatory reporting, including validation of model outputs and reporting processes.</p><p> Promoted to Junior Risk Analysis Manager in May 2025.</p>

Equity Research Analyst

UBS · Kraków , Lesser Poland Voivodeship , Poland
Oct 2022 - May 2024 · 1 سنة 7 أشهر

<p>Collected, processed, and visualized stock-market, company, and sector data to support equity research.</p><p> Updated company financial models with quarterly results and information disclosed in financial reports and investor meetings.</p>

Hedge Fund Accountant

Hedgeserv · Kraków , Lesser Poland Voivodeship , Poland
Oct 2022 - May 2024 · 1 سنة 7 أشهر

<p>Calculated NAVs and supported the accounting and administration of hedge funds.</p><p> Recorded transactions, fees, and other fund-related accounting entries in internal systems.</p><p> Prepared regulatory reporting and supported recurring fund accounting processes.</p>

Financial Advisor

Phinance · Kraków , Lesser Poland Voivodeship , Poland
Oct 2019 - Aug 2021 · 1 سنة 10 أشهر

<p>Advised individual clients on investment funds, savings products, insurance, and loan solutions.</p><p> Acquired new clients and managed ongoing relationships throughout the advisory process.</p><p> Assessed clients financial needs and recommended tailored financial solutions.</p>

المشاريع

XII Zjazd Austriacki – World Without Borders

المدة : 28-Nov-2025 - 30-Nov-2025

<p>XII Zjazd Austriacki – World Without Borders was a three-day nationwide economic conference held on November 28–30, 2025, at Kraków University of Economics. Organized jointly by the Polish Mises Institute and Students For Liberty Poland, the event brought together over 200 participants, including economists, academics, business professionals, and students, to discuss globalization, international trade, migration, monetary policy, and contemporary economic challenges.</p><p>As the Project Lead, I was responsible for the end-to-end organization of the conference, overseeing its strategic planning, program development, partnerships, sponsorships, marketing, and coordination of the organizing teams.</p><p>The project involved introducing a completely redesigned event format, extending the conference to three days, developing new branding, establishing partnerships with external organizations, and engaging prominent speakers and experts. A major objective was to expand the conference's reach beyond its traditional audience and attract a new generation of participants interested in economics and public policy.</p><p>In addition to leading the organization, I moderated a panel discussion on monetary policy, bringing together economists and representatives of leading economic institutions.</p><p>Key achievements:</p><ul><li>Successfully delivered a three-day conference attracting 200+ participants from across Poland.</li><li>Coordinated cooperation between the Polish Mises Institute and Students For Liberty Poland.</li><li>Introduced a new conference format and visual identity.</li><li>Developed partnerships, institutional patronages, and sponsorship collaborations.</li><li>Expanded the event's audience, attracting a significant number of first-time participants.</li><li>Received the European Event of the Year Award from Students For Liberty in recognition of the project's success.</li></ul><p></p>

المهارات

Python C++ SQL Financial econometrics Time-series forecasting Machine learning Quantitative risk modelling Backtesting AI agents workflow Portfolio analysis Asset allocation Financial modelling Valuation Hedging strategies Data pipelines Workflow automation Server-based deployment API integrations Git GitLab Hermes Codex Claude Code Github Coplilot Bloomberg Terminal Market data integration Broker reporting LaTeX Quantitative reporting Technical documentation
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