Junior Software Engineer

Hunter Bond; Montreal (administrative region); On-site; Full time

Job description

Role: Junior Software Engineer (Python)

Client: Elite Quant Fund

Compensation: Up to $130,000 CAD + Bonuses + Full Benefits Package

Location: Montreal (Hybrid)

Overview

Join a front-office engineering team building the systems traders and quants rely on every second. You’ll develop Python-based tools that drive real-time risk, pricing, and decision-making; working side-by-side with the people actually using what you build. This is an elite environment where junior engineers are given significant responsibility and direct exposure to the mechanics of global markets.

The Role

This position is perfect for an engineer who wants to solve tough technical and mathematical problems while seeing the immediate impact of their code. You will help shape the architecture of a unified, next-gen front-office risk platform, moving ideas from the research phase into high-performance production tools.

Key responsibilities include:

• Building fast, scalable Python systems that power real-time risk and pricing
• Partnering with quants and traders to turn new risk ideas into production tools
• Helping shape the architecture of a unified, next-gen front-office risk platform
• Collaborating side-by-side with end-users (traders) to refine system functionality
• Ensuring the reliability and performance of mission-critical trading tools
  
  

Requirements

• 2–5 years of relevant professional experience
• Strong Computer Science fundamentals and solid Python skills
• Bachelor’s degree in a technical field is preferred but not essential
• Curious, analytical, and excited to learn about markets and trading
• A proactive problem-solver who enjoys technical and mathematical challenges
• A great teammate with personality-you enjoy building things and working with people
  
  

What’s on Offer

• Competitive compensation up to $130,000 CAD + performance bonuses
• Full benefits package and a hybrid working model in Montreal
• Direct mentorship from world-class quants and senior engineers
• The chance to work at the intersection of high finance and cutting-edge tech
• A supportive, high-performance culture with a flat organizational structure
  
  

If you are a Junior Software Engineer (Python) looking to join one of the world’s most elite teams, please apply for more information.