Quantitative Equity Developer

Connor, Clark & Lunn group; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Connor, Clark & Lunn group is seeking a software developer embedded in a top performing quantitative equity fund in Vancouver. You will own the entire software life cycle, including machine learning, cloud computing, optimization engines, NoSQL data stores, and data visualization.

You’ll collaborate with portfolio managers, analysts and researchers to solve financial problems and implement solutions with an entrepreneurial mindset.

Qualifications

• Undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate degree in a computer-related field, or exceptional programming experience.
• Analytical mindset with ability to perform deep, thoughtful analysis.
• Interest in finance and investment management to learn the domain.
• Strong collaborative communication and teamwork.
• Proficiency with multiple programming languages is valued.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with portfolio managers, analysts and researchers to analyze interesting financial problems.
• Design, plan and implement solutions in an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Keep investment systems running smoothly through enhancements and support.

Skills

Programming knowledge

Analytical mindset

Passion for technology

Collaborative communication

Interest in investment management

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Advanced degrees (MSc/PhD) in related field

Job description

We are a special software team embedded in a top performing quantitative equity fund that manages over $75 billion in financial assets. This is a fantastic opportunity in the exciting intersection of finance and technology where investment decisions are made using technology. Quantitative equity funds use programmed investment strategies and as a result, our developers are crucial to its success.

The team is headquartered and deeply rooted in West Coast Vancouver. We place high value on maintaining an entrepreneurial spirit and creating a culture where each of us has opportunities to succeed.

What You Will Do

Developers play an essential role through innovative technologies: machine learning, cloud computing, optimization engines, non-traditional high-performance databases, custom applications and data visualization. You own the entire software life cycle:

• Collaborate with portfolio managers, analysts and researchers to analyze interesting financial problems.
• Design, plan and implement solutions in an entrepreneurial spirit.
• Keep investment systems running smoothly through enhancements and support.

What You Bring

• Programming Knowledge– you have an undergraduate, graduate, or post-graduate degree in a computer-related field OR exceptional programming skills gained through your work experience.
• Deeply Analytical– you possess an analytical mind and enjoy mental challenges. An ability to perform deep thoughtful analysis is required for this role.
• Passion for Technology– we work with several programming languages (Kdb+/Q, Python, R, Java, C#, Spark) and upfront knowledge is not required. If you are passionate about technology, learning new languages and concepts is natural and fun.
• Collaborative Communication– you have a collaborative spirit that helps you to work well with others and you communicate effectively.
• Interest in Investment Management– this is key. Your interest will help you learn about our complex domain.

We welcome applications from candidates with different levels of experience, including interns, new graduates, and experienced professionals. The base salary range for full-time roles is $125,000 – $200,000 annually plus a competitive performance bonus. Compensation will be determined based on experience and qualifications.