Software Engineer (Rust + Python)

About Whistler Alpha Research

Whistler Alpha Research is a 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. We’re on a mission to build elite trading systems and infrastructure with unmatched speed, efficiency, and performance.

The Role

We are seeking a Graduate Software Engineer with a passion for building high-performance systems and solving complex computational problems. This role is designed for exceptional graduates from top Canadian universities who are eager to learn, grow, and make an impact from day one.

You will work closely with experienced engineers and researchers to design and implement cutting-edge software that underpins our trading research and execution systems. The role combines software craftsmanship, analytical rigor, and an interest in financial markets.

What You’ll Do

• Design and implement components of a high-frequency and mid-frequency trading (HFT/MFT) research platformin** Rustand Python**
• Solve challenging 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 from industry experts

Qualifications

• A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field
• Strong programming ability in RustandPython
• 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 UBC, University of Toronto, McGill and all leading Canadian Institutions are highly encouraged to apply

Why Whistler?

• Work with the best in the industry
• No politics, just performance
• Rapid feedback loops, real impact
• Long-term opportunity with significant growth potential

Compensation

Base salary of CA$100,000 per year, plus eligibility for aperformance-based discretionary bonus .