Software Engineer

Responsibilities

• Design and implement components of a high-frequency and mid-frequency trading (HFT/MFT) research platform in Rust and Python
• Solve high-performance computing (HPC) problems with a focus on speed, throughput, and scalability
• Build infrastructure for data analysis at scale
• Collaborate with researchers and senior engineers to develop new tools and insights
• Continuously learn and improve through rapid feedback loops and mentorship

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
• Strong programming ability in Rust and Python
• Interest in low-latency systems, parallel programming, and high-performance computing
• Demonstrated problem-solving skills through coursework, projects, internships, or competitions
• Clear communicator who thrives in fast-paced, collaborative environments
• Graduates from leading Canadian universities are highly encouraged to apply

Benefits

• Base salary of CA$100,000 per year plus performance-based discretionary bonus
• Work with the best in the industry
• No politics, merit-driven culture
• Rapid feedback loops with real impact
• Long-term opportunity with significant growth potential

About the Company

Whistler Alpha Research is the research arm of Whistler Trading, a systematic proprietary trading firm founded by industry leaders who previously built some of the most successful businesses in quantitative finance and high-frequency trading. The team is on a mission to build elite trading systems and infrastructure with unmatched speed, efficiency, and performance.