Junior Risk Developer at DV Trading

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Junior (1 to 2 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial Services, Proprietary Trading, CryptocurrencyIndustries

Requirements

0–2 years of professional experience in software development
Proficiency in Python
Exposure to a modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue)
Solid understanding of databases (SQL and/or NoSQL)
Familiarity with APIs, data structures, and general programming concepts
Exposure to time-series data or real-time data visualization
Familiarity with LLMs and experience using APIs for practical applications is preferred
Strong problem-solving skills and willingness to learn quickly
Interest in financial markets and risk management

Responsibilities

Assist in building and maintaining risk management applications, including real-time PnL and exposure tracking, and risk dashboards and reporting tools
Contribute to front-end development for visualization and reporting
Support and enhance applications that leverage large language model (LLM) APIs for automation, analysis, and workflow improvements
Translate prototype scripts and models into production-ready code
Collaborate with risk analysts and quants to implement changes and new features
Troubleshoot and fix bugs in production systems
Write clean, tested, and maintainable code under guidance from senior developers

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

PnL MonitoringExposure TrackingVaRRisk DashboardsReporting ToolsFront-end DevelopmentLLM APIsProduction CodeBug FixingUnit Testing

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

What benefits are offered for this Junior Risk Developer role?

Benefits include discretionary bonus eligibility, medical, dental, and vision insurance, HSA, FSA, and Dependent Care options, employer-paid group term life and AD&D insurance, voluntary LTD, life & AD&D insurance, flexible vacation policy, retirement plan with employer match, paid parental leave, and wellness programs.

What are the required skills for the Junior Risk Developer position?

Requirements include 0–2 years of professional experience in software development, proficiency in Python, exposure to a modern JavaScript framework (React, Angular, or Vue), solid understanding of databases (SQL and/or NoSQL), familiarity with APIs, data structures, and general programming concepts, plus exposure to time-series data or real-time data visualization.

Is there a salary range listed for this role?

This information is not specified in the job description.

Is this Junior Risk Developer position remote or office-based?

This information is not specified in the job description.

What makes a strong candidate for this Junior Risk Developer role?

Strong candidates have 0–2 years of experience, proficiency in Python and JavaScript frameworks, database knowledge, plus familiarity with LLMs, time-series data, financial markets, risk management, and strong problem-solving skills with a willingness to learn quickly.

DV Trading

Proprietary trading and liquidity provision firm

About DV Trading

DV Trading is a proprietary trading firm that engages in trading financial instruments on derivatives and securities exchanges worldwide. The firm uses its own capital and advanced technology to provide liquidity in the markets, employing both quantitative and discretionary trading strategies. Unlike its competitors, DV Trading fosters a collaborative culture with a flat organizational structure, allowing for quick adaptation to market changes. The company's goal is to optimize trading performance and achieve significant returns by leveraging its market relationships.

Chicago, IllinoisHeadquarters

2006Year Founded

VENTURE_UNKNOWNCompany Stage

Energy, Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

201-500Employees