Algorithmic Trading Developer
Introduction
My name is Charles Quinones, Recruitment Consultant at FED IT, a recruitment firm specialized in permanent and contract IT opportunities.
I am currently working with a growing organization operating in data analytics sector, seeking an Algorithmic Trading Developer to help design and scale automated trading systems that transform market data into actionable decisions. Based on the provided job description
Mission
Your Role
As part of a highly skilled and agile technical team, you will contribute to the development of automated trading platforms and data-driven decision systems used in North American energy markets.
Key responsibilities include:
Designing, backtesting, and deploying systematic trading strategies.
Building and maintaining the software layer connecting market data to trading decisions.
Developing real-time monitoring tools and strategy performance dashboards.
Working closely with quantitative researchers, data specialists, and software developers throughout the entire strategy lifecycle.
Participating in strategy review, optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Supporting production deployment and the ongoing evolution of data infrastructure.
Your profile
Your Profile
3–6 years of experience building automated or systematic trading solutions.
Demonstrated success delivering production-ready systems capable of generating automated business or trading decisions.
Degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Quantitative Finance, or a related discipline.
Strong programming skills in Python, including data processing, backtesting frameworks, and production environments.
Experience working with SQL and relational databases.
Solid quantitative background in statistics, optimization, and signal processing.
Professional proficiency in both French and English.
Nice-to-Have
Knowledge of ISO market structures such as IESO, NYISO, MISO, and PJM.
Exposure to AWS cloud environments and data engineering initiatives.
Understanding of risk management systems and trading controls.
Machine learning experience related to forecasting or time-series analytics.
Working Conditions
Competitive compensation package.
Profit-sharing program tied to company performance.
Direct ownership and visibility over solutions deployed in production.
Collaborative, high-caliber technical environment with minimal bureaucracy.
Comprehensive group insurance plan.
Team-building activities and corporate events.
Modern downtown Montreal office location.
Why is French required?
In this role, the successful candidate will regularly interact with internal and external stakeholders, while using tools, platforms, and operational documentation available in both official languages. The position also involves collaborating with Quebec-based teams and business partners whose primary working language is French. Professional proficiency in French is therefore required to ensure effective communication, facilitate day-to-day collaboration, and adequately support business operations.
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