1

Commodities Quant Jobs in Toronto, ON (NOW HIRING)

Showing results 21-28

Commodities Quant information

What is a commodities quant?

Commodities Quants are quantitative analysts who specialize in the commodities markets, such as energy, metals, and agricultural products. They use mathematical models, statistical techniques, and programming skills to analyze market trends, price movements, and risk factors specific to these physical goods. Their work supports trading, risk management, and investment strategies in commodity-focused financial institutions or trading firms. Commodities Quants play a key role in pricing derivatives, optimizing portfolios, and developing trading algorithms tailored to the unique characteristics of commodity markets.

How does a commodities quant typically collaborate with traders and risk managers in their daily work?

Commodities Quants frequently work closely with traders and risk managers to develop and refine pricing models, analyze market trends, and implement trading strategies. They may spend part of their day discussing market scenarios with traders, running quantitative analyses, or optimizing risk metrics for the desk. This collaborative environment ensures that quantitative insights are directly aligned with trading objectives and risk guidelines, allowing for rapid feedback and iterative improvements to models or strategies. Effective communication and teamwork are essential, as the ability to translate complex quantitative findings into actionable insights often determines the impact of a Quant's work.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a commodities quant, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Commodities Quant, you need advanced quantitative skills, a strong foundation in mathematics or finance, and typically a degree in a quantitative field such as physics, engineering, or statistics. Expertise in programming languages like Python, C++, or R, and experience with statistical modeling software and market data systems are crucial. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication help you interpret complex data and convey insights to multidisciplinary teams. These skills enable accurate pricing, risk management, and strategy development in the fast-paced, data-driven commodities markets.

What job categories do people searching Commodities Quant jobs in Toronto, ON look for?

The top searched job categories for Commodities Quant jobs in Toronto, ON are:

Infographic showing various Commodities Quant job openings in Toronto, ON as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 75% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Intern - Portfolio Engineering, Capital Markets, CMIA (January 2027 - 8 months)

Ontario Teachers

Toronto, ON • On-site

CA$30 - CA$36/hr

Full-time

Posted 15 days ago


Key responsibilities

  • Improve and work on the internal proprietary investment strategy codebase under the guidance of senior colleagues.

  • Support investment functions such as proprietary investment strategies, automated algorithmic trading, portfolio management, risk analysis, and performance attribution.

  • Investigate and attribute portfolio profit and loss to various strategies and factors.


Job description

The deadline to apply for this role is:

Until 11:59 PM of September 21, 2026

The opportunity

January 2027 - August 2027

Do you want to use your technical skills and curiosity about markets to work and build tools for a software-based trading portfolio?

We areCapital Markets Investment Analytics(CMIA), an innovation-drivenand centralized technology teamwithin Capital Markets at Ontario Teachers' Pension Plan. We manage a broad and diversifiedset ofportfolios and systematic applications. Development and maintenance of theseapplicationsrequirea unique combination ofstrong software skills andinvestment knowledge. We are looking for an intern to join our team this winter for an 8-month term.

We area teamof software engineers that work closely with portfolio managers to help implement and support various portfolios and applications. Our applicationsconsist of back-testing, execution, and attribution.

Whoyou'llwork with

CMIAis a team of4, based in Toronto. You will work alongside investment professionals in a world-classportfolio engineeringteam with a focus oninvestment-relatedsoftwareapplications.We work verycloselyin an open and collaborative environment.We are entrepreneurial, tight knit, and have a performance driven culture. You will be mentored and guided by senior members of theCMIAteam.

Whatyou'lldo

  • Improve and work on our internal proprietary investment strategy codebase under the guidance of senior colleagues inCMIA.
  • The code you will work on directly supports investment functions including but not limitedto:proprietary investment strategies, automated algorithmic trading, portfolio management, order management, risk analysis, automated reporting, profit and loss analysis, performance attribution, portfolio analytics, quantitative strategies research & implementation, regression tests, investment reporting.
  • Proactively look for areas of improvement and bringnew ideasto the team through analysis and research.
  • Investigate and attribute portfolio profit and loss to various strategies and factors.
  • Work on a variety of datasets (e.g., sourcing, cleaning, visualization).
  • Gain experience in one or several asset classes, including equities, fixed income, currencies, and commodities.
  • Contribute to the development and optimization of our portfolio implementation infrastructure and analytical tools.

Whatyou'llneed

  • To be enrolled inan undergraduateor graduateprogramin quantitativedisciplinesuch as Engineering or Computer Science.
  • Solid understanding of software engineering concepts and techniques, including design patterns, object-oriented programming, database, and version control systems.
  • Strong interest in financial markets.
  • Strong motivation to learn about systematic investment strategies and automated tradingsystems.
  • Strong programming skills in a variety of modern programming languages, with a preference for Python, MATLAB, and JavaScript.
  • Highly creative, entrepreneurial, and resourceful.
  • You should bereturning backto your studies after the work term is completed

#LI-SS

What we're offering

The expected hourly range for this role is $30 - $36 depending on experience and qualifications.
  • Numerous opportunities for professional growth and development, including lunch and learns

  • Student led team building events on a monthly basis

  • Employee discount programs including Edvantage and Perkopolis

At Ontario Teachers', diversity is one of our core strengths. We take pride in ensuring that the people we hire and the culture we create, reflect and embrace diversity of thought, background and experience. Through our Diversity, Equity and Inclusion strategy and our Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), we celebrate diversity and foster inclusion through events for colleagues to connect for professional development, networking & mentoring. We are building an inclusive and equitable workplace where our talent is respected, accepted and empowered to be themselves. To learn more about our commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion, check out Life at Teachers'.

How to apply

Are you ready to pursue new challenges and take your career to the next level? Apply today! The following documents are required to be uploaded with your application:

  • Resume

  • Copy of your transcripts

You will also be invited to complete a pre-recorded digital interview as part of your application. Please complete it within 48 hours of application submission.

Intern Application Guidance

  • We will be reviewing applications on a rolling basis. We recommend candidates apply as soon as possible.

  • To help us better understand your interests and career goals, we recommend candidates apply to their top 3-5 positions for the term.

We thank you for applying, however, only those selected for a personal interview will be contacted. Note that candidates must be legally entitled to work in the country where this role is located.

Accommodations are available upon request (peopleandculture@otpp.com) for candidates with a disability taking part in the recruitment process and once hired.

Ontario Teachers' may use AI-based tools to assist in screening and assessing applicants for this position. These tools may help us identify candidates whose skills and experience align with Ontario Teachers' objectives by analyzing information provided in resumes and applications. Our use of AI does not replace human decision-making.

To learn more about how Teachers' uses AI with your personal information, please visit our Privacy Centre.

Functional Areas:

Administration


Vacancy:

Current

Requisition ID:

7193#LI-SS1