Application Programmer

Company: BCforward
Location: Chicago
Posted on: October 19, 2024

Job Description:

BCforward is currently seeking a highly motivated Application Programmer for an opportunity in Chicago, ILPosition Title: Application Programmer Location: (Chicago, IL)Anticipated Start Date: ASAPPlease note this is the target date and is subject to change. BCforward will send official notice ahead of a confirmed start date.Expected Duration: 12 Months.Job Type: CONTRACT, (Hybrid)Shift: Monday- Friday (5x8)Pay Range: $65/HR - $70/HRPlease note that actual compensation may vary within this range due to factors such as location, experience, and job responsibilities, and does not encompass additional non-standard compensation (e.g., benefits, paid time off, per diem, etc.).Job Description:The key responsibilities / deliverables are as follows (but not limited to):* First point of contact for end business users in EM* Ownership and delivery of on-boarding support of or processes into the MAPS organization* Build and maintain strong partnerships with business stakeholders, application development personnel, and infrastructure contacts* Monitoring and alerting of critical trading system environments* Troubleshooting of complex systems issues* Proactive identification and resolution of problem hotspots* Development of tools and driving efficiency/stability improvements* Accurate tracking of support effort to enable effective management reporting* Release implementation and enforcement of change management policy* Major Incident management and Problem ManagementKeyResponsibilitiesThe core set of technical skills that are beneficial in the role are: * Operating systems: Linux primarily * ITIL Certification or performed in a role that demonstrates application of the principles * Scripting languages: Python * SQL (intermediate level: multi-table joins, grouping results, stored procedures) * Grid computing (e.g. Data Synapse), job scheduling (Autosys, Crontab) batch management Required SkillsPython - Risk PnL including, greeks PV, Delta, Gamma and derivatives risk and securities including Government Bonds, Agencies, Futures, Swaps, Inflation-linked products, US Treasuries and Bills * Market data - yield curves, funding curves, volatility / correlation surfaces (general understanding / familiarity) Nice to have * Familiarity or basic coding knowledge of Python, .NET, or Java applications * Dynatrace, OpenTelemetry, Geneos ITSM, Splunk.Benefits:BCforward offers all eligible employees a comprehensive benefits package including, but not limited to major medical, HSA, dental, vision, employer-provided group life, voluntary life insurance, short-term disability, long-term disability, and 401k.Keywords:Python, Unix, SQLAbout BCforward:Founded in 1998 on the idea that industry leaders needed a professional service, and workforce management expert, to fuel the development and execution of core business and technology strategies, BCforward is a Black-owned firm providing unique solutions supporting value capture and digital product delivery needs for organizations around the world. Headquartered in Indianapolis, IN with an Offshore Development Center in Hyderabad, India, BCforward's 6,000 consultants support more than 225 clients globally.BCforward champions the power of human potential to help companies transform, accelerate, and scale. Guided by our core values of People-Centric, Optimism, Excellence, Diversity, and Accountability, our professionals have helped our clients achieve their strategic goals for more than 25 years. Our strong culture and clear values have enabled BCforward to become a market leader and best in class place to work.BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against based on disability.To learn more about how BCforward collects and uses personal information as part of the recruiting process, view our Privacy Notice and CCPA Addendum. As part of the recruitment process, we may ask for you to disclose and provide us with various categories of personal information, including identifiers, professional information, commercial information, education information, and other related information. BCforward will only use this information to complete the recruitment process.This posting is not an offer of employment. All applicants applying for positions in the United States must be legally authorized to work in the United States. The submission of intentionally false or fraudulent information in response to this posting may render the applicant ineligible for the position. Any subsequent offer of employment will be considered employment at-will regardless of the anticipated assignment duration.Interested candidates please send resume in Word format Please reference job code 230465 when responding to this ad.

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