Application Support Specialist – Global Banking & Markets – Birmingham – Associate Birmingham ·[...]

Goldman Sachs Bank AG; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Application Support Specialist to join their dynamic FICC team in Birmingham. This role involves troubleshooting and resolving application issues, enhancing stability and performance, and automating processes. Ideal candidates will possess strong coding skills in Java or Python, along with a solid understanding of data structures. This position offers an exciting opportunity to work in a fast-paced environment, supporting front office operations for Interest Rates applications. Join a firm that values integrity, excellence, and innovation while fostering professional growth and diversity.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience.
• Ability to read and debug code.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and resolve application issues.
• Communicate with users and stakeholders.
• Automate processes using Engineering tools.

Skills

Data Structures

Problem-solving

Java

Python

Shell scripting

Linux

SQL

Sybase ASE/IQ

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Degree in Computer Science (optional)

Tools

Engineering tools

Job description

Application Support Specialist – Global Banking & Markets – Birmingham – Associate location_on Birmingham, West Midlands, England, United Kingdom

TEAM/ROLE:

Application Support Specialist

WHO WE ARE:

Goldman Sachs is a renowned global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm founded in 1869. Headquartered in New York, we have offices in major financial centers worldwide. We prioritize client interests and uphold values of integrity, excellence, innovation, and teamwork.

TEAM OVERVIEW:

The FICC team operates in a dynamic trading environment with diverse financial products. We seek passionate candidates with strong communication skills, coding experience, and a commitment to resolving technical issues efficiently. Responsibilities include managing incidents, identifying recurring issues, training users, and creating clear documentation.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

As an L3 Application Specialist, you will support front office operations for Interest Rates applications by troubleshooting data, infrastructure, or code issues. Key tasks include:

• Analyzing and resolving application issues
• Debugging code and identifying root causes
• Communicating with users, developers, and stakeholders
• Improving application stability and performance
• Automating processes using Engineering tools
• Participating in change management
• Creating runbooks and user documentation

MINIMUM EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:

• Bachelor's degree and five years of software development experience

MUST HAVE SKILLS AND LICENSES REQUIRED TO PERFORM THE JOB:

• Practical knowledge of Data Structures
• Problem-solving skills in development or production environments
• Proficiency in Java or Python, Shell scripting, Linux, SQL, Sybase ASE/IQ
• Ability to read and debug code
• Experience in software release and change management

OPTIONAL SKILLS OR QUALIFICATIONS (NICE TO HAVE):

• Financial services industry experience
• Knowledge of Fixed Income products
• Degree in Computer Science

At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital, and ideas to help our clients, shareholders, and communities grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices worldwide.

We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We're committed to fostering diversity and inclusion by providing opportunities for professional and personal growth through training, development, benefits, wellness, and mindfulness programs. Learn more about our culture, benefits, and people at GS.com/careers.

We’re dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations for candidates with disabilities during our recruiting process. Learn more: https://www.goldmansachs.com/careers/footer/disability-statement.html

Goldman Sachs is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or other protected characteristics.