Associate, ETF Development

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We are seeking a strong motivated individual to be part of Global Trading Solutions’ Trading Systems team to build and enhance our core trading platforms. The developer will continually interact with multiple teams including sales/marketing/quants/operations to implement new robust trading features and improve on our existing strategy offerings. A successful candidate has a keen interest in developing low latency trading systems in Java.

Responsibilities

• Design & develop robust software solutions for GTS’s trading systems
• Devise new algorithms and data structures for target environment and platform attributes in alignment with architectural patterns
• Create thorough test cases to ensure software stability and reliability
• Collaborate with other teams to research and implement changes to the trading system
• Communicate with operations teams about new features and existing strategy behaviors 
• Support production issues, including independently completing root-cause analysis and diagnosis.
• Process various business requirements with minimal guidance, derive implementation proposals, and execute proposals with a team or individually.
• Mentor junior developers

Requirements

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
• 5+ years of professional core Java development experience
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills; eager to ask questions; able to clearly explain ideas
• Strong collaborative and team skills
• Strong JUnit testing skills
• Strong multi-threaded programming skills
• Strong understanding of financial markets and electronic trading systems
• Experience with optimizing software performance and reducing latency
• Familiar with the FIX protocol

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

Salaries will vary based on factors such as location, skills, experience, education, and qualifications for the role, and may include a commission structure. Salaries for part-time roles will be pro-rated based on number of hours regularly worked. For commission roles, the salary listed above represents BMO Financial Group’s expected target for the first year in this position.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans. To view more details of our benefits, please visit: https://jobs.bmo.com/global/en/Total-Rewards

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At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

As a member of the BMO team you are valued, respected and heard, and you have more ways to grow and make an impact. We strive to help you make an impact from day one – for yourself and our customers. We’ll support you with the tools and resources you need to reach new milestones, as you help our customers reach theirs. From in-depth training and coaching, to manager support and network-building opportunities, we’ll help you gain valuable experience, and broaden your skillset.

To find out more visit us at https://jobs.bmo.com/ca/en.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. By learning from each other’s differences, we gain strength through our people and our perspectives. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. To request accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

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