Quantitative Developer

Picton Mahoney Asset Management; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading Canadian investment management firm is seeking a Quantitative Developer to enhance its innovative investment strategies. This role offers a chance to design and implement advanced financial models and applications within a collaborative and dynamic environment. The successful candidate will contribute to critical projects that push the boundaries of investment management and technology, in line with the firm's commitment to excellence and entrepreneurial spirit.

Benefits

Corporate fitness reimbursement

Flexible environment

Performance-based bonuses

Comprehensive health and dental benefits

Training and development reimbursement

Qualifications

• Strong understanding of linear algebra, calculus, and numerical methods.
• Experience in financial services is a plus.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop quantitative models for trading and risk management.
• Build end-to-end desktop and web-based applications.
• Collaborate with Portfolio Managers and Traders.

Skills

Problem-solving

Intellectual curiosity

Communication

Education

Degree in Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, or Statistics

Tools

SQL

C#

.NET framework

Python

Job description

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One of Canada's Most Trusted Investment Brands.

At Picton Mahoney Asset Management, being alternative isn’t just what we do—it’s who we are.

Founded by industry pioneer David Picton, we’ve spent 20 years challenging conventional wisdom and redefining the investing landscape. As one of Canada’s most trusted investment brands, we are proudly independent—privately run, 100% employee-owned, and deeply committed to delivering results for our clients.

Thinking Alternatively is in Our DNA.

With a team of 160 bold thinkers—one-third dedicated solely to investment management—we are specialists, not generalists. Managing $13.6 billion for institutional and retail clients, we navigate markets with conviction, resilience, and a forward-thinking approach.

We’re more than investors — we’re innovators. We challenge traditional investment mindsets, constantly pushing the boundaries to achieve our mission: To bring greater certainty to investors.

Our success is built on four guiding principles:

• Redefine the way investors invest.
• Be human—always approachable.
• Succeed together, one investment at a time.

These aren’t just words—they define how we think, how we invest, and how we work.

Now, we’re entering our next chapter. We’re transforming our brand and reshaping the way the world invests. If you think alternatively, embrace an entrepreneurial spirit, and thrive in a dynamic, bureaucracy-free environment, join us and be part of what’s next.

Thriving in Our Entrepreneurial Culture

At Picton Mahoney, you’ll thrive in our creative and dynamic workplace, where collaboration and support are at the core of everything we do. At our firm, you’ll have the opportunity to take on significant responsibilities, work in a flexible environment, and tackle challenging projects from the outset. Our culture is designed for ambitious professionals who want to make an immediate impact while continuing to push boundaries and achieve our greater mission. You’ll be empowered with a high level of responsibility, trust, and flexibility, providing an exciting and creative space for you to help reshape how the world views alternative investments. With competitive total rewards, performance-based bonuses, and a clear path for career growth, you’ll have everything you need to develop both now and over the longer term.

The Opportunity

As a leading Canadian investment management firm, we are committed to leveraging cutting-edge technology to drive innovative investment strategies and solutions across our business. We are looking for a talented and motivated Quantitative Developer to join our dynamic team and contribute to the development of advanced financial modeling tools and systems.

As a Quantitative Developer, you'll have the opportunity to both learn and lead by designing, developing, and optimizing quantitative models and trading algorithms. You will play a key role in creating end-to-end desktop and web-based applications, building robust computational infrastructure, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support valuation, trading, risk management, and portfolio construction.

If you’re ready to take your expertise to the next level and contribute to transformative projects in the investment space, we’d love to hear from you!

You’ll have the opportunity to learn and lead:

• Design, develop, and maintain quantitative models and tools to support valuation, trading, risk management, predictive analytics, and portfolio construction -treating every detail with care and precision, as if it were your own.
• Stay curious and engaged with emerging trends in Quantitative Finance and Systematic Trading. Challenge the status quo by identifying new methods and tools to tackle complex and evolving problems.
• Build and support end-to-end desktop and web-based applications - from requirements gathering to delivering robust, high-performing solutions.
• Enhance and maintain computational and database infrastructure that powers our risk management and trading activities - ensuring operational excellence and a high standard of performance.
• Engage with Portfolio Managers, Traders, and cross-functional partners regularly - actively listening to understand arising needs and collaborating to co-create innovative solutions.
• Provide timely and effective ad-hoc analysis and computational support -demonstrating responsiveness, accountability, and commitment.

What we’re looking for

• A degree in a quantitative field such as Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, or Statistics (MSc or PhD considered a strong asset).
• A solid understanding of linear algebra, calculus, differential equations, and numerical methods is essential; familiarity with stochastic calculus is a plus.
• Proficiency in SQL, C#, and the .NET framework is required; experience with Python and web programming is an asset.
• Previous experience in financial services is helpful but not required -we value diverse backgrounds and unconventional paths.
• Exceptional problem-solving skills, intellectual curiosity, and a desire to learn and grow.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, with an ability to foster open, respectful dialogue.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, demonstrating resilience, adaptability, and an entrepreneurial spirit.

Our Commitment to Employees

At Picton Mahoney Asset Management, we take pride in enhancing our employees' experiences through a comprehensive suite of exceptional perks and programs. Our benefits include corporate fitness reimbursement and discounts, VersaFi memberships (formerly Women in Capital Markets), Picton Wealth investment counseling and portfolio management services, volunteer and charitable donation matching, maternity and parental leave top-up, recognition awards, semi-annual performance bonuses, a generous annual vacation entitlement (minimum of 15 days per year), training and development reimbursement, extensive health and dental benefits, a healthcare spending account, and more.

These offerings are designed to support your career growth, well-being, and overall success. Join us and thrive in an environment that values and invests in you!

Picton Mahoney Asset Management is committed to providing an equitable and fair work environment for everyone and all hiring and other personnel actions will be taken without regard to race, colour, creed, religion, sex, disability, gender identity, gender expression, family status, age, language or national origin. If you require an accommodation at any point in time throughout the application and hiring process, please contact Human Resources at [phone] or at [e-mail].

Picton Mahoney Asset Management does not accept unsolicited resumes, emails, calls, or any other form of communication from third-party recruitment agencies. Any unsolicited outreach, including commercial electronic messages, will neither be acknowledged nor considered.

Job Posting Closing Date: Friday , June 13th at 5:00 PM EST

Please note that while we carefully review each application, only those candidates selected for further consideration will be contacted. We wish you all the best in your job search and future endeavors.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Information Technology, Engineering, and Research

• Industries

  Software Development

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