Thursday, January 11, 2007

Prime Brokerage Java Developer - SGCCJA19255 Jersey City, NJ

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SUMMARY:


The roles in the Prime Brokerage Technology group are for software developers that will develop, enhance and support applications and systems which allow our business to service external Hedge Fund clients. These systems include transaction processing engines, client reporting, custody services, portfolio accounting, risk analytics, performance, exposure, and online queries.


PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:

-Participate in and/or take the lead on small to medium size projects that enhance the client product offering.
-Develop, maintain and support infrastructure around the core prime brokerage applications that provide daily reporting data to external clients.
-Design and implement solutions to improve application throughput and stability.
-Work closely with internal users to design/enhance solutions to client requirements.
-The development team works closely with other technology teams and hence good communication skills are essential.


EXPERIENCE/SKILLS:

*Technical Skills*
-3 to 8 years experience and a proven track record in developing applications preferably in the financial industry.
-Strong technical knowledge and experience as a hands-on developer in at least two of the following areas:
-Java (preference for Server-side)
-J2EE
-Sybase/UDB
-Perl
-Software design is an advantage as the candidate will be expected to actively contribute in design and code review sessions.

*Interpersonal Skills*
-Good communication skills.
-Strong team player.
-Highly self-motivated.

Email resume in Word to jeffaltman@cisny.com ONLY IF YOU HAVE THE EXPERIENCE SOUGHT. Please include the job code with the position.

NO RELOCATION. NO VISA TRANSFERS. NO 3RD PARTIES. NO OVERSEAS RESUMES.

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