VP, Software Developer - Prime Services Equity Technology / Risk (.Net)

Jefferies; New York (NY); On-site; USD 185,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Jefferies is seeking a senior C#/SQL developer to join the Global Equities Prime Services Backoffice technology team in New York. You will work on the firm’s global equities trading systems, focusing on the Backoffice Swaps Desk platform and trade processing models in a fast-moving environment.

The role combines ~30% support and ~70% development, with emphasis on order management and real-time P&L. Strong C#, WPF/WinForms, SQL, TDD and superb communication are essential for client-facing work.

Qualifications

• Senior level development experience in C#/SQL with GUI tech (WPF/WinForms).
• Experience in trading/OMS and real-time risk concepts is preferred.
• Strong communication and client-facing abilities are required.
• 10+ years programming and 5+ years in financial services preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop global Backoffice system for Prime Services Swaps Desk.
• Build out regional variations and product types for Swaps.
• Provide day-to-day support for applications and trading desks.
• Communicate with Swaps, Operations, middle office and other tech teams.

Skills

C#

SQL

WPF

WinForms

Test-driven development

Communication skills

Object-oriented programming

Design patterns

Trading/OMS knowledge

Financial industry experience

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS

Tools

Omgeo CTM

Job description

Job Description

As part of the Global Equities Prime Services Backoffice technology team, an opportunity exists for a senior level C#/SQL developer to work on the firm’s global equities trading systems. The system aims to develop the Jefferies Global Swap Desk platform and implement trade processing and clearing models in a highly moving infrastructure to trade and manage all aspect of trade processing globally across all product lines.

As part of the Global Equities Prime Services Backoffice technology team, an opportunity exists for a senior level C#/SQL developer to work on the firm’s global equities trading systems. The system aims to develop the Jefferies Global Swap Desk platform and implement trade processing and clearing models in a highly moving infrastructure to trade and manage all aspect of trade processing globally across all product lines.

We're looking for a mid to senior level software developer, with strong, recent working knowledge of C#, WPF, WinForms and SQL. Familiarity with test-driven development and the relevant tools is required. The candidate must have excellent communication skills, as he or she would in a client-facing role.

Financial knowledge is helpful, but not mandatory.

The position is a client-facing software development role for a prime brokerage within a mid-size investment bank. The role is roughly 30% support and 70% development. You would be joining a small team with ambitious objectives but a fairly relaxed working environment. The development will be focused on order management and real-time profit and loss systems. The role involves directly supporting internal and external clients. As such, excellent communication skills and a client-focused attitude are a must.

Key Responsibilities

• Developing the global Backoffice system for the firm Prime Services Swaps Desk
• Efficiently building out the various regions, product types for the Swaps platform
• Day to day support of applications and the trading desks
• Will have direct communication with Swaps, Operations, middle office, connectivity as well as various internal technology teams

Qualifications

• Trading or order management systems
• Experience with Trade Risk, Client vs Firm Risk
• Experience and good understanding of various Asset Classes such as Equity, Options, Fixed Income and Swaps
• Good Understanding of Margin rules and procedures
• Working experience with equities and swaps
• Solid experience with SQL and C#, Proficient in coding business logic in SQL stored procedures, functions and triggers
• Minimum 10 years programming experience required.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in financial industry required.
• Strong knowledge of object-oriented programming and design patterns.

Additional Skills

• Experience working with Market Data, Order Management Systems
• Experience with Swaps, Buy Side Outsourced Trading concepts and Trade Settlement
• Experience with Omgeo CTM
• Bachelor’s degree required preferably in Computer Science. Advanced degree is a plus but not required.

Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $185,000 - $225,000.

About Us

Jefferies is a leading global, full-service investment banking and capital markets firm that provides advisory, sales and trading, research, and wealth and asset management services. With more than 40 offices around the world, we offer insights and expertise to investors, companies, and governments.

At Jefferies, we are committed to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.

Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a workforce that welcomes individuals from all backgrounds to apply. Our employment decisions are made without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, pregnancy, age, medical condition, physical or mental disability, marital status, domestic partner status, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodation to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.

The salary offered will take into consideration an individual’s experience level and qualifications. In addition to salary, Jefferies Financial Group is proud to offer a comprehensive benefits package to eligible, full-time employees or part-time employees, who are scheduled to work at least 30 hours or more per week, including an annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus, competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Jefferies also offers paid time off packages that include planned time off (e.g., vacation), unplanned time off (e.g., sick leave), and paid holidays, and for full-time employees, paid parental leave.