Position Overview:

Squarepoint is seeking talented, curious, and self‑drivengraduate‑level candidateswho are eager to apply strong quantitative and computational foundations in a challenging and innovative environment at the intersection of technology and investment research.

Role and Responsibilities

- Apply quantitative reasoning and software engineering skills to support investment research and trading
- Learn to translate business and research requirements into scalable, maintainable data processing workflows
- Work closely with quantitative researchers to design and implement efficient workflows for alpha generation
- Contribute to data‑driven analytics and tooling across a wide range of asset classes
- Develop, extend, and maintain libraries, tools, and frameworks used by researchers and traders globally
- Collaborate closely with peers across our global Investment and Technology departments
- Gradually take ownership of technical components and contribute ideas and solutions with direct commercial impact

Required Qualifications

- Degree in a quantitative discipline(e.g. Mathematics, Physics, Engineering, Computer Science,



or similar)with a strong interest in computational and software‑driven problem solving
- Proficiency in at least one of our core languages:Python, C++, or KDB+/q
- Prior exposure to software development in a commercial, academic, or research environment, evidenced through internships, academic projects, work experience, or personal projects
- Familiarity with Linux and version control systems (e.g. git)
- Ability to work effectively with AI tools and systems, including demonstrable experience using them collaboratively to enhance software development, data analysis, or research workflows
- Clear written and verbal communication skills
- Robust curiosity, motivation to learn, and willingness to develop new skills
- Ability to work effectively in a fast‑paced, collaborative team environment

Nice to Have

- Proficiency in more than one of our core programming languages
- Exposure to quantitative finance, trading, or financial markets through coursework, projects, or internships
- Previous experience in a financial services or technology‑driven environment
- Hands‑on experience using git and Linux in team‑based or academic projects

📌 Graduate Quant Developer (Montreal)
🏢 Squarepoint Capital
📍 Montreal