C++ Developer

Synechron; New York (NY); On-site; USD 140,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Benefits package

Paid time off

Career development

Job summary

Synechron seeks a Front Office Senior Software Developer to join its in-house Equity Swaps & Derivatives Trading System. You will build, enhance and support front office trading apps in a demanding environment, with a focus on equity swaps and synthetic prime knowledge.

The role requires 5–10+ years of C++ experience, strong communication, and the ability to work independently. Base salary ranges from $140k–$160k/year, with comprehensive benefits and opportunities to work with top tier banks.

Qualifications

• 5–10+ years of experience in C++ in capital markets environments.
• Experience with equity swaps and/or synthetic prime knowledge.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills.
• Experience with Windows services is a plus.
• Proficiency in Visual Studio, TFS, and JIRA.

Responsibilities

• Develop and support financial services applications related to Equity Swaps and Derivatives.
• Implement and reposition the trading platform using modern technologies.
• Work in a demanding trading environment with minimal supervision.
• Collaborate with traders, operations, and middle office.
• Ensure robust design for end-to-end front office processes.

Skills

C++

Frontend development

Server-side development

Communications

Team collaboration

Tools

Visual Studio

TFS

JIRA

Kafka

Microsoft Excel

Job description

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 16,400+, and has 60 offices in 20 countries within key global markets.

The Front Office Senior Software Developer will work on the in-house Equity Swaps & Derivatives Trading System. Candidate will possess technical expertise to build, enhance and support existing and new front office trading applications. He/She must be a self-starter who is willing to work independently in a demanding trading environment. This person should be rigorous, results driven and should be able to work with minimal supervision with exemplary follow through. Previous experience in equity swaps or synthetic prime, equity derivatives, convertible bonds or equity linked trading.

Additional Information*

The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with law, the base salary for this role if filled within New York City is $140k - $160k/year & benefits (see below).

Key Responsibilities

• The candidate will be expected to develop and support financial services applications related to:
• Equity and Portfolio Swap life cycle and life cycle event.
• Synthetic Prime,
• Portfolio, Equity and Total Return Swaps,
• Equities and equity trading.
• Understanding of equity swap hedge execution lifecycle.
• Design and Implement best of breed technologies to re-position our existing platform for the future.

Required Qualifications

The ideal candidate will:

Possess good communication skills

Candidate should have strong knowledge of:

o Experience with managed and un-managed code C++ environment)

o Visual Studio and experience with TFS and JIRA.

o Frontend and server side development.

Understanding of message queues and middleware.

Familiar with Kafka

Knowledge of Microsoft Excel and other Office products

Working knowledge of Portfolio and total return swaps in an equities environment, supporting traders, operations, and middle office.

Team player with a "can-do" attitude who can deliver under high pressure and tight deadlines

Excellent interpersonal skills, as well as excellent communication skills, verbal and written to both technical and non-technical audiences

Work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight deadlines.

High motivated and self-starter

5-10+ years of experience in C++.

5-10+ years of experience in capital markets working and strong knowledge & understanding of financial products – ideally Equity Swaps/Synthetic Prime.

Other pluses include:

Windows services.

Supporting traders, operations, middle office end to end.

Equity derivatives.

Other front office, back office, risk management and trading technologies are a plus.

We offer:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 60 offices in 20 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.