Senior Technology Generalist

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Job Title:
Senior Technology Generalist

Reports to (title):
Chief Executive Officer, Chief Investment Officer

Job Description:

Alger is seeking an experienced and highly capable Senior Technology Generalist to support and lead fundamental research across the large-cap and SMid-cap technology universe for the firm’s long/short equity strategies. This role is designed for a mid- to senior-level technology generalist with deep buyside experience who can contribute immediately, operate with limited oversight, and grow into a Technology sleeve Co‑PM role over time.

The Senior Technology Generalist will cover a broad range of technology subsectors, including software, semiconductors, hardware, IT services, networking, data centers, and other core technology industries. The ideal candidate is comfortable underwriting both hardware and software business models, brings a strong long/short mindset, and thrives in a collaborative, intellectually rigorous investment environment.

The role offers direct exposure to senior investment leadership and meaningful involvement in portfolio construction, idea generation, and risk management across Alger’s hedge fund and long-only platforms.

Duties & Responsibilities:

Fundamental Research & Investment Analysis

• Conduct deep fundamental research on large-cap and SMid-cap technology companies across hardware and software-oriented subsectors
• Analyze financial statements, business models, unit economics, and competitive positioning to develop differentiated long and short investment theses
• Build, maintain, and update detailed financial and valuation models to support investment decisions
• Perform primary research, including meetings with company management teams, sell-side analysts, industry experts, and technology ecosystem participants
• Prepare clear, concise internal research reports and investment memoranda
• Generate actionable long and short investment ideas aligned with Alger’s investment philosophy and risk framework
• Track and communicate key technology sector themes, structural shifts, and emerging trends to portfolio managers and senior investment leadership
• Identify themes and opportunities not currently reflected in the portfolio
• Support portfolio construction and monitoring through ongoing coverage of holdings, earnings analysis, and thesis updates

Quantitative & Thematic Analysis

• Utilize and enhance internal quantitative tools and proprietary reports to identify potentially attractive investment opportunities
• Produce targeted reports or analytical frameworks to help the team focus on areas of market dislocation and potential out performance
• Maintain and develop proprietary databases tracking company…