Senior C++ Developer, Trading Systems - CONTRACT

ROSS; Old Toronto; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative consulting firm is seeking a Senior C++ Developer specializing in Trading Systems on a contract basis. This role offers the chance to work on mission-critical applications within the financial services sector, contributing to the development and enhancement of trading floor applications. You will leverage your extensive C++ expertise and strong communication skills to navigate the entire project lifecycle, from concept through to support. If you are a quick learner with solid interpersonal skills and a passion for technology, this position is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• 8-10 years of solid C++ development experience required.
• Strong communication and documentation skills are essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop and enhance major trading floor applications.
• Support mission-critical business system applications throughout their lifecycle.

Skills

C++ Development

Object Oriented Analysis and Design

Data Model Analysis and Design

UML

STL

Perl

TCP socket

Solace

Messaging middleware

Design patterns

Education

University degree in computer science

Canadian Securities Course

Tools

HP Blades

Job description

Our client is a boutique consulting firm of top-notch Financial Services technology professionals. They have expert knowledge in the Capital Markets, Wealth & Investment Management, and Retail Banking sectors, offering their clients a winning combination of business and technical expertise. Their hands-on approach combines the rigor of business-driven frameworks and methodologies with the flexibility of a senior team, giving clients a superior level of customization. They have engaged ROSS (www.getROSS.com) to search for a Senior C++ Developer, Trading Systems - CONTRACT.

ROSS is a team of People Specialists helping companies align their People Strategy with their business growth. We provide remote or onsite HR and Recruitment solutions such as Recruitment Process Outsourcing (RPO), complemented by leading edge open-source HRIS software.

The Senior C++ Developer, Trading Systems - CONTRACT will be responsible for development and enhancements on a major trading floor application.

You Will:

Employ advanced technical and process-oriented skills and knowledge, supported by strong communication skills, in the development and support of our clients' mission-critical business system applications. Application development activities are conducted throughout the entire project life cycle and subsequent production support and maintenance stages of an application. The development stages range from project concept through architecture & design, construction, testing, implementation, maintenance, and support.

Requirements:

1. 8-10 years of Solid C++ Development
2. Experience with Object Oriented Analysis and Design
3. Data Model Analysis and Design, UML, STL, Perl, HP Blades, TCP socket, Solace, messaging middleware, design patterns.
4. Quick learner - e.g., able to quickly understand an application’s high-level functionality
5. Solid documentation skills
6. Excellent interviewing skills, especially with senior management
7. Solid interpersonal skills, strong and proficient verbal/written communication skills.
8. Ability to manage and balance multiple concurrent assignments.
9. Securities industry knowledge or Canadian Securities Course completion would be an asset.
10. University degree in computer science or an equivalent combination of education and work experience.

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