Support Analyst

pathwayRP; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment agency in Chicago seeks a candidate for production support roles focused on exchange-listed derivatives. Ideal candidates will have strong Java, HTML, and Javascript skills along with experience in application servers and relational databases. Responsibilities include maintaining the back-office environment and managing projects. US citizenship or Green Card status is required.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge in Java, HTML, Javascript, JSP, Struts, and Hibernate.
• Experience with application servers like Websphere, Jboss, or Weblogic.
• 3+ years of production support experience.
• Familiarity with Middle-Office systems, preferably FFastfill SEALS.

Responsibilities

• Provide day-to-day production support for exchange-listed derivatives.
• Responsible for maintenance of the production back-office environment.
• Assist in managing small projects and ad-hoc report development.
• Work closely with business teams to provide IT solutions.

Skills

Java

HTML

Javascript

JSP

Struts

Hibernate

DB2

Sybase

Unix OS

Shell Script

Tools

Websphere

Jboss

Weblogic

Job description

EmTacq specializes in EMployer TAlent ACQuisitions, matching the most qualified candidates with the most competitive positions available. We pride ourselves on not just putting bodies in seats, rather matching professionals to their careers. We are headquartered in the Raleigh / Durham, NC area. However, as a recruiting agencywe service companies and candidates across the United States. We are your best source for professional, value driven low cost recruitment services.

Job Description

Provide day to day production support to exchange-listed derivatives middle and back office systems.

Middle-Office support for off shore clients - London Office.

Responsible for small Java/Shell Script development tasks to resolve issues identified through production support.

Responsible for the maintenance of the production back-office environment ensuring quality of all releases done by the development team.

Ad-hoc report development as needed.

Assist the management of small projects on a daily basis.

Maintain and support the companies engineering standards.

Work closely with the Business to provide IT solutions for business operations.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge required in Java, HTML, Javascript, JSP, Struts, and Hibernate.
• Experience with at least one application server (Websphere / Jboss / Weblogic).
• Strong relational database experience (preferably DB2 or Sybase).
• 3+ years of production support experience.
• Familiarity with Middle-Office systems, specifically FFastfill SEALS, would be a plus.
• Familiar with Unix OS and Shell Script.

Supplemental skills not required, but helpful:

• Proficient with Windows OS, MS Office applications.
• Desktop troubleshooting and performance analysis skills.
• Understanding of networks and Windows servers.
• Experience with trading platforms and market data skills.

Additional Information

Must be a US citizen or Green Card holder

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.