Software Engineer (C++)

Main Function  
Successful candidates will develop and maintain front to back trading infrastructure for our global frameworks for algorithmic trading, real-time risk management, market connectivity, trade reporting and trade surveillance. The candidate must be comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment with short deadlines, a need for high quality reliable deliverables and strong communication with global colleagues.

Responsibilities:    

• Design, develop and test real-time software for low-latency algorithmic trading, risk management and trade reporting.
• Collaborate closely with quant researchers and peers in technology to ensure consistency and maximize re-use of software components globally.
• Work with technology operations to provide 2nd/3rd level application support as required.

Candidate Requirements
The candidate must be comfortable working in a rapidly changing environment with an ability to deliver high quality work in collaboration with global colleagues.

Qualifications:    

• Bachelors Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related subject.
• 3+ years C/C++ development experience on Linux
• 3+ years understanding of code optimization and high performing applications
• Must be in Montreal, Quebec, Canada
• Must have a valid work authorization in Canada

Preferred  Qualifications:      

• Experience with order management, exchange connectivity or market data handling for Equities, FX or fixed income products will be an added advantage  Advanced degree in Mathematics or Computer Engineering (MSc)
• Team player with excellent communication skills.
• Capable of developing industrial strength software components with colleagues across the globe.
• Python, SQL and/or scripting experience considered a plus.
• Interest in automated trading systems.
• Knowledge of trading, settlement and/or market interfaces considered a plus.