Senior Python Engineer - Quant Research & Data Platforms

Stir Consulting; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Python Developer to join their Quantitative Research team. The role involves designing high-performance applications that empower investment strategies and collaborates closely with quantitative researchers and data engineers. Candidates should have a strong proficiency in Python and SQL, along with experience in Azure services. This position offers competitive compensation and a flexible hybrid work environment.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Performance incentives

Growth opportunities

Flexible hybrid work environment

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional software development experience, ideally in a data-driven or research-intensive environment.
• Strong proficiency in Python, including frameworks such as Flask or Django.
• Advanced SQL skills and experience with relational database design and optimization.

Responsibilities

• Partner with researchers to translate quantitative models into production-ready tools.
• Apply strong knowledge of algorithms and software engineering principles.
• Support the software development lifecycle from design through post-production.

Skills

Python

Algorithms

Data Structures

SQL

Azure Cloud Services

Collaboration

Git

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics

Tools

Flask

Django

Azure Databricks

Azure Data Storage

Delta Lake

Azure Key Vault

Job description

A leading consulting firm in Toronto is seeking a Senior Python Developer to join their Quantitative Research team. The role involves designing high-performance applications that empower investment strategies and collaborates closely with quantitative researchers and data engineers. Candidates should have a strong proficiency in Python and SQL, along with experience in Azure services. This position offers competitive compensation and a flexible hybrid work environment.