Functional Architect – High-Performance Trading Systems

TMX Group

Functional Architect designing technological solutions for high-performance trading systems at TMX Group. Collaborating with Agile teams to ensure reliability and system evolution in finance.

Posted 4/15/2026full-timeToronto • 🇨🇦 CanadaMid-LevelSenior💰 CA$120,000 - CA$130,000 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PerlPythonUnix

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Develop detailed architecture for computer systems supporting market trading and surveillance
Validate all IT solutions for trading, surveillance, and clearing of derivative products
Develop and deliver ultra-low latency, highly available, and sustainable real-time trading, risk management, and data analytics applications
Contribute to the end-to-end design of multi-tier applications interfacing with complex distributed external systems and global clients
Perform organic analysis and actively contribute to preliminary and functional analyses
Accompany and guide development teams throughout the solution implementation cycle
Write technical documentation and specialized guides for external clients
Collaborate on the development of strategies and test plans to ensure total software robustness

Requirements

What you’ll need

At least 5 years of experience in architecture and design of complex systems
University degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Software Engineering
Proven track record in designing and developing real-time, mission-critical business applications
Hands-on knowledge of UNIX and C++, Perl, and Python languages
Advanced mastery of UML and architectural patterns (high availability)
Fluency in both French and English (written and spoken) required

Benefits

Comp & perks

Wellness programs
Generous time-off and leaves
Flexible work arrangements

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Hard Skills & Tools

architecturedesignreal-time applicationsC++PerlPythonUMLhigh availabilitydata analyticsrisk management

Soft Skills

collaborationcommunicationguidanceanalysisdocumentation

Certifications

University degree in Computer ScienceUniversity degree in Computer EngineeringUniversity degree in Software Engineering