Application Development Lead

Location: Downtown Toronto. 5 days in office

Duration of Contract/Perm: 6-month contract with potential to extend or convert

Hours/week: 40 hours/week

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Application Development Lead to join our team. The successful candidate will work closely with various trading desks to develop and maintain automated solutions. This role requires a strong technical background, excellent communication skills, and the ability to manage and mentor a team of developers.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Lead a team of 10 developers in designing, developing, and maintaining automated solutions for trading desks.
2. Collaborate with front office traders to build tools using a variety of technologies, including Excel, C#, Python, and SQL.
3. Manage priorities and define solutions with a strategic view for the future.
4. Attend meetings with traders and desk heads to gather requirements and provide updates.
5. Support, coach, and mentor junior staff.
6. Ensure the team delivers high-quality solutions within the specified timelines.

Must Have Requirements:

1. Proficiency in Python, VBA, Excel, and C#.
2. At least 5 years of experience in technical roles.
3. Minimum of 2 years of experience in Capital Markets.
4. At least 1 year of lead experience.
5. Strong communication skills, with the ability to work directly with desk heads and traders.
6. Experience working with front office traders and building tools in various technologies.
7. Knowledge of market data platforms such as Bloomberg or similar.
8. Excellent front office business knowledge in one or more asset classes (Equities, FX, Commodities, FI & Rates).
9. Solid understanding of financial instruments in derivatives, including pricing models, greeks, and risk management concepts.

Nice to Have:

1. Experience with additional programming languages and technologies.
2. Knowledge of other market data platforms.
3. Previous experience in a similar lead role within a financial institution.

Soft Skills:

1. Strong leadership and team management skills.
2. Excellent problem-solving and analytical abilities.
3. Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines.
4. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build relationships with stakeholders.
5. Adaptability and willingness to learn new technologies and methodologies.

This is a great opportunity to join a Big Five Bank and continue your career in the financial domain. Be a part of a great work environment with a very well-organized team and colleagues who will help you succeed.

This is a position that impacts the bank enterprise wide with great opportunity for career growth within the bank.

EEO Employer

Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law.