Quantitative Equity Developer Intern

Connor, Clark & Lunn Investment Management (CC&L); Vancouver; On-site; CAD 112,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

CC&L Financial Group in Vancouver is seeking a software-focused contributor to join a specialized team embedded in a top-performing quantitative equity fund that manages billions in assets. You will help design and implement technology solutions where investment decisions are guided by data, models and scalable systems.

You will collaborate with portfolio managers, analysts and researchers, keep investment platforms running smoothly and learn across Python, Kdb+/Q, R, Spark, AWS and Databricks.

Qualifications

• We are seeking students or graduates with strong programming ability and analytical mindset.
• Ability to learn new technologies quickly and work across teams.
• Interest in investment management and financial markets.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Programming knowledge

Analytical thinking

Technology enthusiasm

Collaborative communication

Investment management interest

Education

Computer-related degree or equivalent experience

Tools

Python

Kdb+/Q

R

Spark

AWS

Databricks

Job description

We are a special software team embedded in a top performing quantitative equity fund that manages over $78+ billion USD 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

• 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 are working towards 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 a range of technologies and programming languages, including Python, Kdb+/Q, R, Spark, AWS, and Databricks. Prior experience with these technologies is not required; what matters is a genuine enthusiasm for technology and an eagerness to learn new languages, tools, and concepts.
• 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.

The monthly salary for this position is $11,000. Students in their final internship term are preferred.

Learn more by exploring our website: www.cclimq.com

CC&L Financial Group is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation or expression, disability, or age.

Your application will be reviewed by a member of the hiring team - AI is not used in the screening, assessment or selection of applications at this time.