Quality Assurance Engineer - FIX protocol / Quantitative Trading

Ambition; Montreal; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A global investment firm is looking for a Quality Assurance Engineer to join their QA team. You'll work on testing critical trading and risk systems, utilizing automation frameworks and collaborating with talented professionals worldwide. This position offers opportunities for professional growth and innovation in a research-driven environment.

Benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Access to cutting-edge technology

Collaborative global team

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Python scripting and experience in Linux environments.
• Knowledge of FIX protocol essential.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate in a global team.

Responsibilities

• Execute comprehensive testing of financial applications.
• Develop automation frameworks to improve testing efficiency.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams on test strategies.
• Conduct certification and conformance testing with brokers.
• Maintain test environments and drive process improvements.

Skills

Python scripting

Linux environments

Communication skills

Job description

Quality Assurance Engineer - FIX protocol / Quantitative Trading

Our client is a leading global investment firm that thrives at the intersection of data, technology, and research. They design and build high-performance systems supporting various quantitative investment strategies across international markets.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a Quality Assurance Engineer to join the global QA team. The role involves working across the full testing lifecycle, from manual testing to automation, ensuring the stability and performance of critical trading and risk systems.

Key Responsibilities:

• Execute comprehensive testing of financial applications, including front-to-back workflows.
• Develop and improve automation frameworks to enhance testing efficiency.
• Collaborate with developers, analysts, and stakeholders across regions to define and implement test strategies.
• Conduct certification and conformance testing with external brokers and exchanges.
• Maintain and optimize test environments, identifying automation and process improvement opportunities.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Proficiency in Python scripting and Linux environments.
• Knowledge of FIX protocol.
• Strong communication skills and ability to work effectively with global teams.

What’s in It for You:

• Join a research-driven organization utilizing cutting-edge technology.
• Work with talented professionals in a global team.
• Opportunities for professional growth, innovation, and meaningful impact.

Seniority level

• Associate

Employment type

• Full-time

Job function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Investment Management