2 months ago
Montréal, CanadaMid Level / Senior
Responsibilities
- Build internal systems and tooling that leverage AI and machine learning.
- Architect scalable RAG systems and implement LLM evaluation frameworks.
- Develop full-stack applications and backend services using production software engineering practices.
- Collaborate with traders, researchers, and engineers to define and implement critical features.
- Research emerging technologies and evaluate frameworks for trading and AI systems.
- Drive projects from conception to production, including planning, execution, and operational handoff.
- Maintain uptime and reliability through monitoring, alerting, and proactive maintenance.
- Write maintainable, documented code, conduct code reviews, and contribute to process and technology improvements.
Requirements
- Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or Software Engineering.
- 4–7+ years of experience building production software systems with demonstrated technical leadership.
- Strong full-stack development experience with modern web frameworks and backend services.
- Proficiency in Python and experience with at least one of Go, Rust, C++, or Java.
- Deep understanding of API design, microservices architecture, and distributed systems.
- Hands-on experience with Docker and orchestration platforms.
- Knowledge of software engineering principles, design patterns, testing strategies, and code maintainability.
- Strong experience with LLMs, RAG architectures, and agentic AI systems.
- Experience with PostgreSQL, Redis, Kafka, or RabbitMQ.
- Strong communication skills and the ability to lead technical discussions.
Benefits
- Montréal is the preferred location, with remote work available for the right candidate.
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About DRW
DRW is a privately held proprietary trading firm that uses its own capital to trade and invest across global markets and asset classes, powered by technology and research. Founded in 1992 and headquartered in Chicago, it develops trading systems for strategies ranging from seconds to years and manages its own risk rather than external client money. The firm operates internationally from multiple offices.