About the job

Arcana is a portfolio intelligence platform used by hedge funds and asset managers to analyze performance, risk, and portfolio exposures. We’re rethinking the analytical infrastructure institutional investors rely on—and we’re hiring analytically driven problem solvers who want to help shape the future of investment technology.

This is not a traditional investment analyst role focused on pitching stocks or building static models. Our Portfolio Analytics Specialists work directly with clients, product, and engineering teams to onboard sophisticated investment firms, solve complex portfolio analytics challenges, and help build institutional-grade financial software.

If you enjoy owning projects end-to-end, working closely with institutional investors, and translating analytical problems into scalable workflows and tools, we’d love to talk.

Responsibilities

Lead onboarding and implementation projects for hedge funds and asset managers using Arcana’s portfolio intelligence platform
Partner directly with portfolio managers, analysts, risk teams, and operations teams to understand workflows and analytical requirements
Collaborate cross-functionally with product, engineering, and data science teams to improve analytics workflows and platform capabilities
Troubleshoot client issues and drive resolution across analytical, operational, and technical domains
Help shape product direction by identifying recurring client needs, workflow inefficiencies, and opportunities for automation
Clearly communicate analytical insights and platform functionality to sophisticated institutional users

Requirements

2–5 years of experience in a highly analytical, client-facing, or execution-oriented role within financial services, fintech, or investment technology
Strong project ownership skills with the ability to independently manage initiatives from onboarding through execution
Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities, including comfort working with large datasets and financial concepts
Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to explain complex analytical concepts clearly to institutional clients
Familiarity with portfolio analytics concepts such as performance attribution, factor exposures, risk metrics, drawdowns, correlation, and volatility
Demonstrated interest in financial markets, portfolio management, and institutional investment workflows
Highly organized, detail-oriented, and comfortable operating in a fast-paced environment
Ability to work cross-functionally with clients, product managers, engineers, and data teams

Qualifications

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Finance, Economics, Engineering, Mathematics, Computer Science, or a related field
Strong academic performance, 3.7+ GPA
Experience with Excel and analytical tools required
Familiarity with Bloomberg, FactSet, Aladdin, or similar financial platforms is a plus
Experience with Python, SQL, or other analytical/programming tools is beneficial but not required
CFA, FRM, or related certifications are a plus

Open to New York, Chicago, or Remote

About the company

Arcana provides specialized data analytics for the Web3 ecosystem. It offers proprietary datasets and advanced analysis tools to institutional investors, and operates on a subscription model that gives clients ongoing access to data and analytics for digital asset strategies and allocations. The product works by delivering high-quality, precise data and analytics through a subscription, helping clients make informed decisions and manage risk. Arcana differentiates itself through rigorous data integrity and accuracy, focusing on institutional customers such as hedge funds and large financial firms rather than consumer markets. The company's goal is to help clients mitigate risks and seize opportunities in the digital asset space by providing reliable, actionable insights that guide investment decisions.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

Seed

Total Funding

$5.3M

Headquarters

Pasadena, California

Founded

2018

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

Arcana launched an iOS app on September 10, 2026, extending usage beyond desktops.
Hurricane Capital partnership on September 17, 2026 expands institutional distribution.
Series B funding on April 27, 2026 valued Arcana at $505.45 million.

What critics are saying

Avail acquired Arcana on August 27, 2025, absorbing the team and XAR token.
XAR is delisted; holders depend on a 4:1 swap and phased unlocks.
Standalone Arcana disappears if Avail prioritizes its own stack over Arcana products.

What makes Arcana unique

Goldman alum Rhys Williams joined September 21, 2026 to expand EMEA sales.
Arcana serves 300 institutions managing over $20 trillion, signaling enterprise trust.
Its platform unifies portfolio construction, attribution, risk, research, alpha capture, and AI workflows.

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Company News

Associated Press

Sep 21st, 2026

Ex-Goldman Sachs executive Rhys Williams joins Arcana as head of EMEA

Arcana, a portfolio intelligence platform for hedge funds and asset managers, has appointed Rhys Williams as Head of EMEA. Williams joins from Goldman Sachs, where he served as Global Head of Marquee Strategic Client Coverage and EMEA Sales, building the digital platform's relationship management function. With nearly two decades of experience in investment firms and financial institutions, Williams will lead Arcana's European, Middle Eastern, and African operations. He will focus on expanding the client base and building the regional team. Arcana provides portfolio construction, performance attribution, risk management, and AI-powered workflows in a single platform. The company serves more than 300 institutions managing over $20 trillion in assets.

RootData

Aug 27th, 2025

Avail acquires Arcana; $75M funding raised

Avail, backed by Founders Fund, has acquired Arcana to enhance multichain scalability. Arcana's XAR token holders can swap for AVAIL at a 4:1 ratio, with phased unlocks. AVAIL is down 7% at $0.012, while XAR is up 3.6% at $0.0031. Arcana's tools will integrate into Avail's stack, and most of Arcana's team will join Avail, expanding the team to over 55. Arcana raised $5.5 million, while Avail has raised $75 million. The acquisition aims to unify multichain infrastructure for crypto adoption.