Overview
Remote
On Site
Contract - W2
Skills
SAP BASIS
Optimization
Code Optimization
Scalability
Regulatory Compliance
Collaboration
Software Development
Security Clearance
Java
Python
Finance
Econometrics
Stress Testing
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Financial Modeling
Risk Management
Job Details
About the Role
We are seeking two highly skilled Quantitative Software Developers to join our team on a contract basis. These consultants will play a critical role in enhancing our stress testing framework, contributing to model validation, development, and optimization initiatives within a leading Canadian financial institution.
This is a hands-on technical role, ideal for senior developers with deep expertise in programming, quantitative finance, and econometrics who can contribute immediately to high-impact projects.
Key Responsibilities
We are seeking two highly skilled Quantitative Software Developers to join our team on a contract basis. These consultants will play a critical role in enhancing our stress testing framework, contributing to model validation, development, and optimization initiatives within a leading Canadian financial institution.
This is a hands-on technical role, ideal for senior developers with deep expertise in programming, quantitative finance, and econometrics who can contribute immediately to high-impact projects.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and enhance functionalities within the firm's stress testing framework.
- Lead and contribute to code optimization efforts to improve efficiency, scalability, and performance.
- Support the validation and development of financial models, ensuring accuracy and compliance with internal and regulatory standards.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams including model risk, validation, and development teams.
- Provide subject matter expertise on quantitative methodologies and programming best practices.
- 10+ years of relevant experience in software development and quantitative finance.
- Must qualify for Government of Canada Security Clearance (Minimum 5 years of living in Canada)
- Proven track record working with large financial institutions in Canada (e.g., six D-SIBs or equivalent).
- Advanced programming skills, with deep expertise in Java and Python (additional languages a plus).
- Strong background in quantitative finance, econometrics, and model development/validation.
- Experience contributing to large-scale risk management or stress testing frameworks.
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
- Term: 6 months (possibility of extension)
- Location: Remote, Canada-based candidates only
- Start Date: Targeting early October 2025
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