Montréal [Hybrid] C++ Algo Developer
About the role
Business Overview: The team provides clients with Cash Equities execution on 100+ markets in 30+ countries worldwide. The Team provides the full spectrum of execution capabilities: Direct Market Access, Smart Order Routing, and Algorithmic Execution.
The team uses C++ as its primary language for latency and throughput critical components: Algorithmic Container, Smart Order Router, Market Access layer, and Market Data platform. These applications process hundreds of millions orders per day with small double-digit microsecond latencies or less. The teams developing these applications are flat and compact, working in close cooperation with the Quants and Front Office. Responsabilities
-Develop and support the Equities Algorithmic Trading Platform -Face off to the business to understand requirements and translate it into design. -Heavily involved in architectural design discussions to help shape the strategic direction of the platform. -Assist the Level 1 Support Team during incidents/outages -Assist the Coverage Team in answering client question with regard to platform behavior and order performance. -Liaise with teams regionally and globally (distributed multi-skilled team). -Take end-to-end responsibility for delivery: participate in design, coding, peer review, work with QA and Production Support teams on releases. -Provide mentorship to junior members of the team. Must Have:
-7 + years of C++ development -Relevant education such as a BSc / MSc / PhD in a relevant subject such as Finance, Math, Physics, Computer Science, Econometrics, Statistics or Engineering, or the equivalent work experience or qualifications -Expert knowledge of low latency programming techniques, strong skills to design for best possible performance. -Good knowledge of Linux (OS, scripting, common toolset). -Experience of working in a robust technology environment with a clear appreciation of software development best practices and change control procedures. Nice to have:
-Experience in the Finance / Front Office Technology domain. -Understanding of market microstructure in Equity markets. -Expert knowledge of TCP/IP networking, UDP/Multicast is a plus.
About QUANTEAM - North America (RAINBOW PARTNERS Group)
Quanteam is labeled "Best Workplace Experience 2021" by Speak & Act!
Part of Rainbow Partners Group, Quanteam is an independent Financial Markets consulting company based in France, the UK, the USA, Canada, Switzerland, Belgium, Portugal, Morocco, Spain or Singapore. Our teams support Corporate and Investment Banks, Asset Management Companies, Insurance and Corporate for their projects in financial engineering, quantitative research, regulatory implementation, SI transformation, and technology innovation.
We are currently looking for talented Consultants in New York, Chicago, Dallas, Miami and Montréal. If you seek new career opportunities, please send us your application by mail (hiring@quanteam.us) or visit our Career section on LinkedIn. For more information on our expertise, please visit our website.
Quanteam is positioned as a unique multi-specialist in the Financial, Insurance, and Digital Transformation sectors. We have the ability to manage complex projects involving Front, Risk, R/D, Regulatory, Compliance, and IT teams. We rely on a team of +850 employees based in Europe, North America and Africa. Finally, we recorded 88M€ of turnover in 2024.
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Montréal [Hybrid] C++ Algo Developer
About the role
Business Overview: The team provides clients with Cash Equities execution on 100+ markets in 30+ countries worldwide. The Team provides the full spectrum of execution capabilities: Direct Market Access, Smart Order Routing, and Algorithmic Execution.
The team uses C++ as its primary language for latency and throughput critical components: Algorithmic Container, Smart Order Router, Market Access layer, and Market Data platform. These applications process hundreds of millions orders per day with small double-digit microsecond latencies or less. The teams developing these applications are flat and compact, working in close cooperation with the Quants and Front Office. Responsabilities
-Develop and support the Equities Algorithmic Trading Platform -Face off to the business to understand requirements and translate it into design. -Heavily involved in architectural design discussions to help shape the strategic direction of the platform. -Assist the Level 1 Support Team during incidents/outages -Assist the Coverage Team in answering client question with regard to platform behavior and order performance. -Liaise with teams regionally and globally (distributed multi-skilled team). -Take end-to-end responsibility for delivery: participate in design, coding, peer review, work with QA and Production Support teams on releases. -Provide mentorship to junior members of the team. Must Have:
-7 + years of C++ development -Relevant education such as a BSc / MSc / PhD in a relevant subject such as Finance, Math, Physics, Computer Science, Econometrics, Statistics or Engineering, or the equivalent work experience or qualifications -Expert knowledge of low latency programming techniques, strong skills to design for best possible performance. -Good knowledge of Linux (OS, scripting, common toolset). -Experience of working in a robust technology environment with a clear appreciation of software development best practices and change control procedures. Nice to have:
-Experience in the Finance / Front Office Technology domain. -Understanding of market microstructure in Equity markets. -Expert knowledge of TCP/IP networking, UDP/Multicast is a plus.
About QUANTEAM - North America (RAINBOW PARTNERS Group)
Quanteam is labeled "Best Workplace Experience 2021" by Speak & Act!
Part of Rainbow Partners Group, Quanteam is an independent Financial Markets consulting company based in France, the UK, the USA, Canada, Switzerland, Belgium, Portugal, Morocco, Spain or Singapore. Our teams support Corporate and Investment Banks, Asset Management Companies, Insurance and Corporate for their projects in financial engineering, quantitative research, regulatory implementation, SI transformation, and technology innovation.
We are currently looking for talented Consultants in New York, Chicago, Dallas, Miami and Montréal. If you seek new career opportunities, please send us your application by mail (hiring@quanteam.us) or visit our Career section on LinkedIn. For more information on our expertise, please visit our website.
Quanteam is positioned as a unique multi-specialist in the Financial, Insurance, and Digital Transformation sectors. We have the ability to manage complex projects involving Front, Risk, R/D, Regulatory, Compliance, and IT teams. We rely on a team of +850 employees based in Europe, North America and Africa. Finally, we recorded 88M€ of turnover in 2024.