Software Developer (KDB+/Q)
Squarepoint Capitalover 1 year ago
Montréal, Canada +2 moreMid Level
Responsibilities
- Design, implement, test, and maintain Squarepoint’s service-oriented kdb+/q architecture.
- Work closely with researchers and traders to model reality and normalize diverse datasets.
- Build robust, scalable infrastructure that exposes data to users worldwide.
- Own key parts of the infrastructure.
- Provide level 2+ support for critical services during live trading.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree in a STEM subject.
- Up to four years of relevant experience using kdb+/q.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Eagerness to continuously learn new technologies and develop with the team.
- Ability to work well in a fast-paced environment.
- Experience designing, testing, optimizing, and troubleshooting data-intensive applications is preferred.
- Experience analyzing and organizing financial data is preferred.
- Experience with Python, C++, or Rust is preferred.
- Experience with database management systems and related technologies such as SQL is preferred.
About Squarepoint Capital
Squarepoint Capital is a global investment management firm that develops quantitative trading strategies and automated systems for institutional investors. It operates a fee-based asset management model, earning management and performance fees from funds and managed accounts across asset classes and markets. The company is privately held and headquartered in New York, with offices in major financial centers worldwide.