Demonstrates expertise in quantitative trading and research, with strong capabilities in Python scripting, statistical analysis, and algorithm development. Proven ability to collaborate across teams and manage algorithmic trading systems effectively in dynamic market conditions.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Quantitative Trading ExperiencePython ScriptingStatistical AnalysisAlgorithm DevelopmentUnderstanding of Canadian Equity Market Structure

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Python

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Conduct research and build quantitative models describing and predicting market behavior
Research liquidity profiles, price movement, and market microstructure
Model order-flow characteristics, including flow toxicity and activity classification
Develop algorithms for order generation and routing
Collaborate with engineers to deploy trading systems into production
Manage daily operations of algorithmic trading systems
Respond to changing market conditions to optimize order placement
Design and maintain simulation frameworks using historical data to validate algorithm performance
Partner with engineering, data science, operations, and product teams
Define new tools and pipelines and own trading outcomes

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in quantitative trading, quantitative research, algorithmic trading development, or a closely related capital markets role
STEM degree from a leading institution
Excellent Python scripting
Solid foundation in statistics, probability, stochastic processes, and quantitative methods
Understanding of Canadian equity market structure
Familiarity with low-latency trading technologies and methodologies
CIRO-registered as a trader is an asset
Must be legally eligible to work in Canada or the United States

Benefits

Comp & perks

Top-tier health benefits and life insurance
Long-term group savings with employer match, through Wealthsimple for Business
20 vacation days
4 wellness days
Unlimited sick and mental health days per year (subject to role eligibility)
Ability to work outside Canada for up to 90 days per year (subject to role eligibility)
Employee resource groups, including Rainbow (2SLGBTQ), Women of WS, and Black at WS
Hybrid team collaboration across North America

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Hard Skills

Quantitative ResearchAlgorithmic Trading DevelopmentStatistical MethodsProbabilityStochastic ProcessesOrder-Flow ModelingMarket Microstructure AnalysisSimulation FrameworksOrder Generation AlgorithmsData Analysis

Soft Skills

CollaborationProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityCommunication

Tools & Technologies

Low-Latency Trading TechnologiesTrading SystemsSimulation ToolsData Pipelines

Certifications & Qualifications

CIRO Registration

Industry Keywords

Capital MarketsMarket BehaviorLiquidity ProfilesOrder Placement OptimizationTrading Outcomes