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Our client is searching for a Market Data Developer to join their team in Chicago. The candidates main  focus will be data extraction, parsing and loading to database for use by front office and back office data systems. The ideal candidate will be a self-starter who has demonstrated the ability to function independently in a fast-paced, dynamic, and demanding trading environment. This person  will be intellectually curious, intuitive, rigorous, trustworthy and have the highest ethical standards. In addition, you will be effective addressing a number of internal and external audiences in a professional manner. You will add value by working on a number of simultaneous  projects with minimal supervision and exemplary follow-through.

Responsibilities:

• The Market Data Developer will develop code for new projects 
• Provide support on a rotating basis with the team for existing Middle/Back Office IT production systems during US office hours.   
• Some after hours support can be expected.

Requirements:

• We are looking for an individual with a solid background in data structures, algorithms, and programming practices which will be all be needed for this role.
• Must have at least 3-5 years experience with Perl, not a 'scripter' but a developer who understands the object-oriented capabilities of Perl and can use them.
• Must have experience programming in Linux or other Unix environments.
• Must have experience with parsing files.

Nice to Have: 

• Experience with scheduling systems (Tivoli Work Scheduler, Tidal, Autosys) is a plus.
• Any Unix Admin or DBA experience will be helpful, but there definitely should be evidence of software development and not just administration.

If you would like to be considered for the position of ETL Market Developer or wish to discuss it further please leave your details below.  Your resume will be held in confidence until you connect with a member of our search team.