Sector Analyst

About the Team
Engineers Gate (EG) is a leading quantitative investment firm that brings together exceptional talent across data science, software engineering, and investment research to build systematic trading strategies in global financial markets. Within this ecosystem, Synthesis operates as a distinct, human plus machine (Quantamental) fund. Synthesis is built around the core belief that combining deep fundamental insights with systematic portfolio construction leads to superior results. The team is composed of Portfolio Managers with over 20 years of investing experience, each supported by a small team of one to two analysts. We focus exclusively on high-conviction, best ideas deep research and run highly concentrated portfolios across all major U.S. sectors. This is a rare opportunity to join a high-performing investment business that marries the best of fundamental intuition and quantitative innovation.

About the Role
We are looking for exceptional Investment Analysts who are passionate about investing, intellectually curious, and driven to outperform. You will work directly with one of our Portfolio Managers to generate differentiated insights and develop high-conviction investment ideas. Ideal candidates will excel in a high-intensity, entrepreneurial environment that values independent thinking, collaboration, and the relentless pursuit of excellence. If you’re motivated to do your best work alongside some of the sharpest minds in investing—and want to be a part of a differentiated team that sits at the intersection of fundamental judgment and systematic execution—this is your chance.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct deep fundamental analysis on companies, including financial modeling, valuation, and industry research
• Develop and maintain detailed financial models and forecasts (DCF, comparable analysis, etc.)
• Monitor existing portfolio positions, update investment theses, and track relevant news, earnings, and events
• Prepare investment memos and presentations to support recommendations to the portfolio manager
• Engage in regular management calls, industry conferences, and channel checks to validate research findings
• Collaborate with portfolio manager to evaluate risk/reward and position sizing based on conviction and portfolio context
• Stay current on macroeconomic trends and sector dynamics that could impact coverage areas

 Qualifications:

• 2–5 years of experience in equity research (buy-side preferred, sell-side considered)
• Strong analytical and quantitative skills; expertise in financial modeling and valuation techniques
• Demonstrated ability to generate high-conviction investment ideas and support them with thorough research
• Solid understanding of accounting, financial statements, and industry-specific drivers
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Self-starter with intellectual curiosity, a strong work ethic, and a passion for investing
• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Accounting, or a related field; CFA charter or progress toward the designation is a plus

The salary for this role is anticipated to be between $150,000 - $250,000 based on experience.  This range does not include any potential bonus amounts, other forms of compensation, or benefits offered.