Monday, April 16, 2007

Sr. Java Swing &/or J2EE Architects/Developers - Greater Los Angeles, CA


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Sr. Java Swing &/or J2EE Architects & Developers

Base Salaries (there is a lot of flexibility) Can go from $115 - 150K+ Base, Bonus (at or above) 30%

Keep salary requirements Open – they want to see the very best people!!!

 

  • Design level experiences and solutions incorporating Java, Java SWING, GUI, J2EE development platforms, XML, JavaScript, JSP, Servlets, UNIX scripting, PERL.
  • Design level experience with relational databases such as Sybase, Oracle, SqlServer, Sybase and other technologies including, Web Services, Java, J2EE development platform.
  • Design level experiences in one or more of the following areas: Trading Systems, Order Management and  Distribution, Risk Management, Data Warehousing, Settlements, Portfolio Accounting, CRM,  etc.

 

The Application Architect/Development Team Lead will report into the IT Application Development organization and be responsible for all aspects of designing and developing applications while delivering best-in-class architecture and technical solutions.  There are multiple opportunities that exist for application architects with experience in front, middle and back office fixed income technology platforms.

 

Responsibilities/Duties:

 

Application Design

  • Works with Project Managers, Business Analyst and Developers to determine software and hardware requirements while designing innovative system solutions and software development techniques across the organization
  • Researches and evaluates alternative solutions and recommends the most efficient and cost effective solution for system design.
  • Provides senior level consulting services on process improvement projects designed to improve system development and operational effectiveness.
  • Analyzes, defines and documents requirements for data, workflow, logical processes, hardware and operating system environment, interfaces with other systems, internal and external checks, controls and outputs.
  • Oversees the technical implementation of projects as needed.
  • Provides production support as necessary.

 

Solution Engineering

  • Performs functional and technical analysis and design.
  • Maintains business case for solution engineering effort.
  • Supports buy vs. build analysis by performing Request For Information (RFI) and Request For Proposal (RFP) processes with vendors.
  • Works with project teams to ensure technical quality of deliverables and adherence to the software .implementation lifecycle (SILC) and architectural standards.
  • Considered a technical expert possessing expertise in technical architecture, system implementation and/or deep, specialized knowledge of fixed income applications Application Architecture.
  • Drafts conceptual and logical architecture specifications at both the enterprise and project level.
  • Assists project teams and Product Managers when documenting new functionality to assure compliance with Enterprise wide processes such as scenario based requirements analysis.
  • Assists project teams during system design with the drafting of logical architectural models.
  • Assists project teams during system design to promote the efficient re-use of IT assets
  • Advised project team during system development to assure compliance with architectural principles, guideline and standards.
  • Ensures application designs meet the architectural blueprint for business applications.
  • Provides technical guidance to cross-functional, cross-platform application development teams

 

 

 

 REQUIREMENTS :

  • Eight years experience in application development and system analysis which should include application development, third party application configuration and support, data warehousing, information delivery, etc.
  • Securities knowledge should include fixed income assets, derivatives as well as related analytics and posses a thorough understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).
  • Demonstrated experience in the areas of enterprise application integration, and familiarity with all phases of the software development life cycle.
  • Design level experiences and solutions incorporating Java, Java SWING, GUI, J2EE development platforms, XML, JavaScript, JSP, Servlets, UNIX scripting, PERL.
  • Design level experience with relational databases such as Sybase, Oracle, SqlServer, Sybase and other technologies including, Web Services, Java, J2EE development platform.
  • Design level experiences in one or more of the following areas: Trading Systems, Order Management and  Distribution, Risk Management, Data Warehousing, Settlements, Portfolio Accounting, CRM,  etc.
  • Specific knowledge around the following areas to achieve desired results:

·         Messaging & Middleware – drive tighter systems and develop a more coherent approach. 

·         Standards – requires an approach that fuses the technology organization and is pragmatic in its style.

·         Data Architecture – determine approach for consolidations of databases and also a more consistent data usage across the Western organization.

 

·                     Ability to accurately estimate the effort required for development tasks.

·                     Ability to lead other developers on programming and design tasks.

·                     Excellent analytical abilities including critical thinking and formulation of risk analysis coupled with strong oral and written communication skills.

 

Academic Qualifications (minimum requirements):

Undergraduate degree in highly related discipline; graduate level in Computer Science or equivalent a major plus.

 

 

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

 NO 3RD PARTIES. NO OVERSEAS RESUMES.

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