Front end Developer (SOW 017)

GFT Technologies SE; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in digital business transformation seeks a Frontend Developer specializing in FX systems. The role involves providing support for production environments, developing web applications, and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Candidates should possess a degree in a quantitative field and have 5-10 years of relevant experience in the financial sector. Join a dynamic team that values diversity and offers a flexible work environment with generous benefits.

Benefits

Six weeks of vacation

Flexible hours

Social activities

Insurance plans

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in frontend development, preferably in the financial sector.
• Knowledge of financial services, banking, equity markets, trading systems.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide front-line support for a 24/5.5 production environment of FX systems.
• Develop and maintain responsive web applications for banking and equity trading platforms.
• Test and debug applications to ensure reliability and compliance.

Skills

System engineering

UNIX/Linux

Networking

KDB/Q/SQL

Java

C++

Python

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field

Job description

GFT is shaping the future of digital business. We are recognized as transformation leaders with a passion for technology and innovation. We provide sustainable solutions through IT engineering and technology consulting. We are over 12,000 solution-oriented technology professionals across 20 countries. In Canada, we have offices in Toronto, Quebec & Montreal.

Here’s What You’ll Be Doing :

1. Provide front-line support for a 24/5.5 production environment of FX systems for internal and external clients, including incident and problem resolution, maintenance, and deployment of application software.
2. Ensure all production incidents, service requests, and problems are logged and resolved in the bank's systems.
3. Use SQL/KDB queries to provide ad-hoc information to stakeholders and assist in problem resolution.
4. Operate as part of a shift rotation, covering hours from 07:00 to 18:30, including some bank holidays.
5. Perform weekend application upgrades, configurations, and patching across multiple environments as required.
6. Develop and maintain responsive web applications for banking and equity trading platforms.
7. Collaborate with backend developers to integrate RESTful APIs and WebSocket connections.
8. Implement complex UI components displaying financial data, such as real-time stock tickers and charts.
9. Optimize web applications for speed and scalability, especially in high-frequency trading environments.
10. Work with UX/UI designers to translate wireframes into high-quality code.
11. Test and debug applications to ensure reliability, security, and compliance with industry regulations.

Here's What You Need :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a quantitative field (CS, Maths, Physics, Finance) with strong communication skills.
• 5-10 years of experience in frontend development, preferably in the financial sector.
• Knowledge of financial services, banking, equity markets, trading systems, market data feeds, and regulations.
• Understanding of RESTful APIs, WebSocket protocols, and backend integration.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills :

• Experience with FX or Equities low latency/electronic trading systems.
• Support/development experience for a trading desk, ideally in a tier 1 investment bank or hedge fund.
• Skills in system engineering, UNIX/Linux, networking, query languages (KDB/Q/SQL), and programming languages (Java, C++, Python).
• Understanding of ITIL and production management concepts.

Why Join the team?

Our core values are Caring, Committed, Collaborative, Courageous, and Creative. We seek motivated professionals who bring a positive attitude. Joining GFT offers opportunities to engage with a dynamic team, provide complex banking solutions, work with trusted leaders, and enjoy a supportive, flexible work environment with benefits such as six weeks of vacation, flexible hours, social activities, and insurance plans.

Diversity & Inclusion: #MakeyourMark

We are committed to fostering a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion. We value skills and talent regardless of age, ethnicity, gender identity, or ability, believing that diversity helps us live up to our social responsibilities and make a positive impact.