Senior Python Developer

Toronto - Canada

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

About AGF Management Limited

Founded in 1957 AGF is an independent and globally diverse asset management firm. With $57B in assets under management our companies deliver excellence in investing in the public and private markets through three business lines: AGF Investments AGF Capital Partners and AGF Private Wealth.

About the Team

AGFiQ is the quantitative investing platform of AGF Investments designed to deliver rules-based factor-driven investment strategies.

About the Role

Were looking for a seasoned Senior Python Developer to join our Quantitative Research team where youll play a key role in designing and delivering robust data-centric applications. This position offers the opportunity to collaborate closely with quantitative researchers portfolio managers and fellow data engineers to build custom tools APIs and infrastructure that drive investment insights and portfolio strategies.

Your Responsibilities

Design build test support and maintain full-stack web applications including a responsive front-end interface (using HTML CSS JavaScript and frameworks like React/Angular) and a robust backend system (developed in Python using Flask/Django) that processes user input and drives data-centric functionality
Collaborate with researchers to translate quantitative models into production-ready tools
Apply computer science fundamentals algorithms and data structures to solve complex problems
Ensure adherence to coding standards and best practices (e.g. PEP8)
Follow established Secure SDLC processes enterprise policies and guidelines and industry best practices for secure software development (e.g. OWASP CERT)
Remediate security vulnerabilities as they arise
Implement a traceable DevOps process including version control with Git CI/CD pipelines and secure deployment practices

Your Qualifications

Degree in Computer Science Engineering Mathematics or a related discipline
Minimum 5 years of professional experience in software development
Extensive hands-on experience with Python including backend development using Flask or Django
Strong proficiency in SQL with a solid understanding of relational database design and the ability to write efficient queries and scripts
Working knowledge of HTML CSS JavaScript and front-end development principles
Experience with Azure Databricks Azure Data Storage Delta Lake and Key Vault
Solid understanding of algorithms data structures and core computer science fundamentals
Familiarity with Git and version control workflows
Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Prior experience in financial technology or the investment domain is a strong asset

No unsolicited agency referrals please.

AGF isan equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive and accessible workplace. We welcome and encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds including women Indigenous peoples racialized persons persons with disabilities and members of the 2SLGBTQIA community.

We do not discriminate on the basis of race national or ethnic origin colour religion age sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression marital status family status disability or any other status protected by applicable legislation.

We are committed to providing reasonable accommodations forapplicants with disabilities throughout the recruitment process. If you require accommodation at any stage of the application or hiring process please contact us at so that appropriate arrangements can be made.

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About AGF Management LimitedFounded in 1957 AGF is an independent and globally diverse asset management firm. With $57B in assets under management our companies deliver excellence in investing in the public and private markets through three business lines: AGF Investments AGF Capital Partners and AG...