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Montreal - 1190 av. des Canadiens-de-Montreal, Canada
Hybrid
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Venture outside the ordinary - TMX Careers
The TMX group of companies includes leading global exchanges such as the Toronto Stock Exchange, Montreal Exchange, and numerous innovative organizations enhancing capital markets. United as a global team, we’re connecting cross-functionally, traversing industries and geographies, moving opportunity into action, advancing global economic growth, and propelling progress. Through a rich exchange of ideas, meaningful collaboration, and a nimble operating model, we're powering some of the nation's most critical systems, fueling capital formation and innovation, bringing increased opportunity to business visionaries, product ingenuity to consumers, and career exploration to our team.
Ready to be part of the action?
TMX Group powers Canadian and global capital markets. At the core of this mission, our trading systems must maintain absolute reliability. We are seeking an experienced functional architect to design the technological solutions that support our exchanges. You won’t just document systems; you will be the architect of the fluidity and integrity of financial markets.
Role Summary
As a Functional Architect, you are responsible for designing solutions that meet cutting-edge technical and functional requirements. You will ensure that system evolution adheres to ultra-rigorous capacity and performance criteria while guaranteeing continuous availability. An expert in modeling and an outstanding communicator, you will collaborate within Agile teams alongside trading specialists and software developers to build the future of finance.
Reports to: Senior Manager and Squad Lead, Equities Trading
Location: Hybrid (2 to 3 days/week in office) – We are open to candidates being located in one of our Canadian office locations: Toronto or Montreal.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and Model: Develop detailed architecture for computer systems supporting market trading and surveillance.
Guarantee Excellence: Validate all IT solutions for trading, surveillance, and clearing of derivative products.
Performance Engineering: Develop and deliver ultra-low latency, highly available, and sustainable real-time trading, risk management, and data analytics applications.
Solution Architecture: Contribute to the end-to-end design of multi-tier applications interfacing with complex distributed external systems and global clients.
Drive Analysis: Perform organic analysis and actively contribute to preliminary and functional analyses.
Propel Development: Accompany and guide development teams throughout the solution implementation cycle.
Educate the Market: Write technical documentation and specialized guides for external clients.
Ensure Quality: Collaborate on the development of strategies and test plans to ensure total software robustness.
Requirements:
Technical Expertise: At least 5 years of experience in architecture and design of complex systems.
Education: University degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering.
Real-Time Mastery: Proven track record in designing and developing real-time, mission-critical business applications.
Technical Proficiency: Hands-on knowledge of UNIX and C++, Perl, and Python languages.
Modeling: Advanced mastery of UML and architectural patterns (high availability).
Soft Skills: Natural leadership, autonomy, and a creative approach to solving complex problems.
Language Skills: For Montreal, fluency in both French and English (written and spoken) is required, as this role involves regular interaction with partners and stakeholders in both languages.
Assets:
Knowledge of financial market infrastructure platforms.
Experience in ultra-low latency system environments.
Salary Range: 120,000/year -130,000/year CAD
Please note that the salary range included is a guideline only. The salary offered may vary based on factors, including, but not limited to, the successful candidate’s relevant knowledge, skills, and experience.
The recruiting efforts for this role are intended to fill a vacant position.
In the market for…
Excitement - Explore emerging technology and innovation, as well as ventures and digital finance that shape the future of global markets! Experience the movement of the market while grounded in the stability of close to 200 years of success.
Connection - With site hubs in some of the world’s most multicultural cities, we leverage our size and structure to create rich connections and belonging while experiencing powerful global impact through our work.
Impact - More than a platform, we use our talents to power mission-critical systems that drive global economic advancement, innovation, and growth. As well, our employee-led Team Impact spreads social good via our giving strategy.
Wellness - From empathetic leadership to a culture of flexibility and balance, we believe wellness at work creates the maximum yield and a stronger “we”. Plus, with a cloud-first and hybrid workstyle, as well as generous time-off and leaves, we support a life well lived!
Growth - From a growth mindset in our work, to expansion in our business, TMX is home to action-takers energized by the achievement of ambitious growth.
Ready to enrich your career with impactful work, leaders who truly care, and the flexibility and programs to help you thrive as part of #TeamTMX ? Apply now.
Please note that our company is not currently sponsoring work permit applications and the applicant must be authorized to work in the country where this position is located.
TMX is committed to creating and sustaining a collegial work environment in which all individuals are treated with dignity and respect and one which reflects the diversity of the community in which we operate. We provide accommodations for applicants and employees who require it.