Job Specification: RAD Developer - Tier 1 Investment Bank, New York
Position: RAD Developer
Location: New York, NY
Department: Front Office Technology
Reports To: Head of Front Office Technology
About the Company:
A leading Tier 1 investment bank renowned for its comprehensive financial services and products, ranging from investment banking and securities to wealth and asset management. Our New York office serves as a crucial hub for innovation and client services.
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated RAD (Rapid Application Development) Developer to join our Front Office Technology team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in financial markets and extensive experience in developing and maintaining high-frequency, real-time trading applications. The role requires close collaboration with traders, quants, and other stakeholders to design and implement solutions that enhance our trading capabilities and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities:
- Application Development: Design, develop, and maintain custom trading and risk management applications using RAD methodologies.
- Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with traders, quants, and business analysts to gather requirements, understand business needs, and translate them into technical solutions.
- Performance Optimization: Ensure applications are optimized for speed, efficiency, and scalability to handle large volumes of data in real-time.
- Support and Maintenance: Provide ongoing support for existing applications, including troubleshooting issues and implementing enhancements.
- Testing and Quality Assurance: Develop and execute test plans to ensure the reliability and accuracy of applications.
- Documentation: Maintain clear and comprehensive documentation of code, processes, and system configurations.
- Innovation: Stay abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies to continuously improve and innovate our application suite.
Qualifications:
- Education: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
- Experience: Minimum of 5 years of experience in application development within the financial services industry, particularly in front office environments.
- Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, C#, VBA, and SQL.
- Strong understanding of financial instruments, trading systems, and risk management.
- Experience with rapid prototyping and agile development methodologies.
- Familiarity with data analysis tools and libraries (e.g., Pandas, NumPy) and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI).
- Knowledge of distributed computing and real-time data processing.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with diverse stakeholders.
- Ability to work in a high-pressure environment and manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience with fixed income, equities, or derivatives trading platforms.
- Knowledge of algorithmic trading and electronic market-making.
- Familiarity with cloud technologies and microservices architecture.
What We Offer:
- Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
- Comprehensive benefits package including health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Opportunities for professional growth and development.
- A dynamic and collaborative work environment in the heart of New York City.
Application Process:
Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience. Please apply through our careers portal or send your application to [james.mclean@inspireyourtalent.com].
Equal Opportunity Employer:
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.