Associate Director - Java Engineer / Technical Data Analyst - Derivatives Technology

Talensa Partners

London

2 months ago

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Associate Director - Java Engineer for Derivatives Trade Technology

Derivatives knowledge
High proficiency in Java IDE Code development
Strong stakeholder engagement
London, City - Hybrid

Working as part of the Technology Solutions team you will be responsible for code development projects to map / analyse proprietary data models and manage technical queries related to the regulatory technology models and codebase.

-Hands on coding in Java essential with Python, exposure to Domain Specific or Functional Languages, Code Generators, Build and Release best practices, Testing frameworks and using the Github repository and issue management environment.

-Working with clients on technical business analysis, mapping of proprietary data models and other technical queries relating to Trading technology and regulatory reporting use cases.

Experience & Skills required:

High Proficiency of hands on coding ability in Java / Python and has worked in data formats: (JSON, DSL, FpML), Code Editors such as (IntelliJ, PyCharm, VSCode, Eclipse)

Preferably Data modelling of financial products, transactions and lifecycle events
Proactive worker on Technical projects, able to engage stakeholders and drive work through to completion that meet deadlines.
Working knowledge of the financial markets: trade processing, settlements, derivatives, commodities, collateral management markets with proven technical expertise
Adaptable, quick learner and team player are essential skills.

Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in any speciality (although prefer computer science, engineering or technology related)

· Further business analysis, engineering or technology qualifications an advantage

Great opportunity to work in a highly engaged team and gain market leading experience in Derivatives Trade technology!

Competitive and Rewarding compensation package.

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