Our client, the commodities arm of a global Multi Strategy Hedge Fund seeks a strong Python developer with a background in Computer Science/Data Structures.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Work directly with technical team members as well as schedulers to build a gas logistics platform. The system will allow the logistics team to perform all scheduling operations fast and with ease. The system will also feed risk correctly and attribute scheduling p&l appropriately
- Responsible for all phases of the technology life cycle
- Coordinating and communicating specific subject matter knowledge to the design and integration phase of each project
- Advising on and implementing the appropriate architecture, data model, and system design and interfacing requirements for the project
- Initial phase of this project will involve working with a vendor system but the goal is to gradually phase out this dependency
Required Skills
- Fluent in python or C++ or Java, preferably python.
- Strong computer science fundamentals (data structures, algorithms, distributed development, system design)
- Knowledge of North American natural gas markets specifically scheduling
- Proactive individual with experience working within a fast paced environment
- Strong written and verbal communication skills on both technical and non-technical topics
- Commitment to continuous integration and other SDLC best practices
Desired Skills:
- Exposure to OTC/Derivatives trade life cycle and position management a plus
- Experience on a technology team within a financial institution
- Past experience working within a globally distributed team would be beneficial
Personal/Communication Skills:
- Outstanding analysis / problem solving skills
- Excellent communication and teamwork skills
- Intellectual curiosity. A strong desire and aptitude to learn and share ideas and knowledge with colleagues.
- Open and flexible to change (programming language, evolving specs, different business areas, etc.)
- Self starter who is comfortable interfacing with a diverse set of people (Traders, Quants, Trading Assistants, etc)
- Ability to manage multiple tasks in a demanding and changing environment
Background / Experience:
- Technical education should include an undergraduate and/or advanced computer science, electrical engineering or other relevant applied science
- Proven track record in software design and development
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