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Broadreach Group has been mandated to conduct a search on behalf of a top private hedge fund. We are working directly with the hiring manager on this search. This role is essentially a true 50/50 mix of Programmer to Analyst. The incumbent will need to have strong programming skills, with high preference for C#/.net but Java and/or C++ developers will be considered. Candidates must have good broad understanding of multiple asset classes with depth in Risk. Off the shelf product integration and customization experience is also highly desirable. This role will face off with the CRO and Risk Analysts on the business side heavily so presentation and communication skills are a must. Please read the requirements below carefully before applying. Responsibilities
• Understanding the needs of risk managers, analysts, and other financial professionals, and translating those requirements into efficient technology solutions.
• Working on all phases of the software development life cycle (requirements/analysis, design, development, testing, implementation and maintenance).
• Mentoring team members, planning and managing projects, and interacting with vendors. Requirements
• Minimum 10 years experience developing trading/financial applications at a first tier hedge fund (strongly preferred), asset manager or investment bank.
• Broad and deep knowledge of:
- Financial instruments (Fixed Income, interest rate derivatives, currencies, commodities, equities, credit, mortgage-backed securities, etc.), with special emphasis on MBS and credit; processing and valuation of all these instruments.
- Market data sources.
- Risk measures (VaR and sensitivities) and reporting.
- Performance measurement and analysis, P&L calculations and reporting.
• Experience with trading floor environments.
• Familiarity with risk management systems and tools from DSTi, RiskMetrics, Algorithmics, Murex; Intex, PolyPaths, BondStudio, FinCAD; Bloomberg, Reuters, LoanPerformance, 1010data.
• Significant Microsoft Windows (.NET, C#, ASP.NET, VB/VBA/VB script) development skills.
• Relational database programming experience (Sybase and MS SQL Server); strong SQL; knowledge of data warehousing solutions.
• Proficiency in scripting languages—Unix/Linux shell, Perl, Windows batch, VB and Java script.
• Solid programming and project practices.
• Excellent analytical and communication skills (verbal and written).
• BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent field is required; MS preferred Pluses
• Familiarity with Unix and/or Linux environment and tools as user and developer
• MBA degree
Please review these requirements carefully before applying. If you feel that you are interested in this role and meet the key requirements, please apply immediately as this is an urgent need. Steve Cassata
Principal
Quant/Technology Practice Broadreach Group
111 Broadway, Suite 404, New York, NY 10006
Direct: (646) 277 3649 Mobile: (585) 738 9077
Email: SCassata@BroadreachGrp.com
www.BroadreachGrp.com
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