Friday, March 23, 2012

Sr. Developer, Mortgage & Asset Backed Securities Analytics NYC


 
Job ID: Job-0650
Job Title: Sr Developer
location: New York City
Jobtype: Permanent
Rate: $150K - $170K +bonus
Primary Skills: C++, fixed income analytics
Description: Develop, enhance and support Mortgage and Asset Backed Securities analytics (library and application) used by traders, risk managers, research and other business functions. Securities covered include RMBS, CMBS, ABS, CDO and their credit derivatives.

Skills required
• 3+ years working with fixed Income analytics, mortgage specific experience a strong plus
• Strong C++ programming experience, Linux environment a strong plus
• Familiarity with Intex subroutines a strong plus
• Ability to write scripts such as Unix shell, organized Python development experience a strong plus
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills; ability to think creatively
• Strong communication skills (oral and written)
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team, self motivated, ability to handle tight deadline
• Comfortable interacting with non-technical personnel (traders and research analysts)

This is a software development role. We are looking for an expert software engineer/architect to work primarily on building the firms next generation Mortgage Trading, Sales and Risk Management systems. Some maintenance of existing systems will be necessary for the medium term (1-3 years).

Candidate Requirements:
The candidate:
- Must possess expert C++ software development skills;
- Have an advanced degree in a mathematical, computer science or engineering field;
- Have graduated from a top university;
- Be a “hands on” coder;
- Be able to solve novel organizational problems - in code;
- Be able to work with a team of like-minded high-caliber developers;
- Must possess solid communication skills.

The candidate should be a self-starter who enjoys programming and who has successfully delivered significant enterprise-scale projects to end-users previously.

Additional information:
Previous experience in building software for any area of financial trading, especially mortgages, is an advantage, but is not a requirement.

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