Senior Application Developer

Citco GSGS; Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a skilled developer to join their Private Equity IT team. In this role, you will utilize your expertise in C# and .NET technologies to develop and support strategic financial applications. Your contributions will ensure that clients have seamless access to critical information while enhancing the company's innovative solutions. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your technical skills can shine and where you can contribute to a collaborative team focused on excellence in service delivery. If you are passionate about technology and enjoy tackling complex challenges, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Flexible working arrangements

Training and education support

Diversity and inclusion initiatives

Accommodations for disabilities

Qualifications

• 6+ years of programming experience with C# and .NET technologies.
• Strong SQL Server optimization and performance tuning skills.
• Experience in Agile development and project management tools.

Responsibilities

• Develop applications for SunGard Investran and provide support.
• Resolve application bugs and issues as they arise.
• Maintain and support financial applications for the private equity team.

Skills

C#

.NET technologies

SQL Server

Agile development

Debugging

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Team collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

VSTO

ASP.NET MVC

SSRS

SSIS

Jira

Job description

About Citco

Citco is a global leader in fund services, corporate governance and related asset services with staff across 50 office locations worldwide. With more than $1.8 trillion in assets under administration, we deliver end-to-end solutions and exceptional service to meet our clients’ needs.

For more information about Citco, please visit www.citco.com

About the Team & Business Line:

Proprietary software solutions and innovation are at the core of what differentiates Citco in the alternative investment space. Through our network of global development centres, Citco invests heavily in technology development, security, and infrastructure to ensure our clients continue to receive award-winning products that underpin our commitment to service excellence.

As a core member of our Private Equity IT team, you will work with dedicated professionals to ensure our clients maintain access to their critical information assets while keeping Citco ahead of industry trends.

Citco IT is a global team of IT professionals that are responsible for the development and support of IT applications. The candidate will interact closely with PE IT team and business analysts, as well as QA team and other technical groups and resources within Citco.

This position reports to the Private Equity IT Manager.

Qualifications

About You:

• You have a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or equivalent.
• 6+ years of professional programming experience developing applications using C# and other .NET technologies, including VSTO, ASP.NET MVC, ASP.NET Web Services and SQL Server technologies, including SSRS and SSIS.
• Experience with MS SQL optimization and SQL Server performance tuning.
• Experience with continuous integration frameworks and processes, test-driven development (TDD) and automated testing environments.
• Knowledge of Agile development best practices and experience with project management tools such as Jira.
• Knowledge of and experience with SDLC frameworks such as Waterfall, SCRUM and KANBAN.
• Demonstrated team player, self-starter and independent thinker with good communication and team collaboration skills.
• Experience in debugging data related issues in a fast-paced environment for business.
• Strong analytical and technical skills to carry out detailed technical work (development and support).
• Ability to work under demanding, fast paced environment with a positive attitude.
• Availability and willingness to travel occasionally to other Citco locations.
• The following skills are a plus:
• Managing team members.
• Working knowledge of accounting and reporting principles in the Private Equity area.
• Demonstrated experience configuring and supporting FIS Investran solutions.
• Strong knowledge of the Investran data model, Accounting and reporting hierarchies, transaction types, batch templates, Active Templates, Allocation Rules, Data Import Utility and Report Wizard.
• Working knowledge of the Investran SDK and API.
• Experience with workflow-based applications.
• Experience of systems integration, web service and ETL development.
• Adaptive to change and feedback from team members.

Our Benefits

Your well-being is of paramount importance to us, and central to our success. We provide a range of benefits, training and education support, and flexible working arrangements to help you achieve success in your career while balancing personal needs. Ask us about specific benefits in your location.

We embrace diversity, prioritizing the hiring of people from diverse backgrounds. Our inclusive culture is a source of pride and strength, fostering innovation and mutual respect.

Citco welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available upon request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection.

Citco is an Equal Opportunity Employer. It is our policy to make all employment and personnel decisions without discriminating on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, physical disability, mental disability, age, marital status, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national or ethnic origin, and any other protected status.

NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties to meet the ongoing needs of the organization.

Responsibilities

Your Role:

The primary responsibility of this position is to work on Citco’s strategic financial application for the private equity business team.

• You will code and develop applications in SQL and .NET directly for SunGard Investran and its integrated applications.
• Provide day-to-day application support and maintenance on the SunGard Investran Application and integrated applications.
• Resolve escalated application bugs and issues.