Posted in C++ Financial Engineering, Jobs on July 27, 2010

Join in the build-out of our high-frequency discretionary trading platform infrastructure.The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track-record of having delivered high performing and robust trading related infrastructures. Working with the rest of the team this individual will be responsible for designing and implementing key features of the product and will have every opportunity to interact with the traders, learn more about the trading business and play a key role in evolving a highly strategic world class trading platform. Additionally, we will be looking for the following:

• BSc in Computer Science or related area
• 5+ years programming C++ on Linux (or Unix)
• Network programming with TCP/IP sockets on Linux (unicast, multicast, distributed pub-sub approaches)
• Multi-threaded programming concepts and design trade-offs when optimizing for speed vs bandwidth (for example), load distribution and synchronization patterns (producer/consumer, reader/writers, …), optimization and latency minimization
• Object oriented design and programming experience, along with concurrent/parallel design and algorithms
• Experience with core Linux C++ developer tools such as gcc, gdb, gprof, etc…
• Experience working on a real-time trading system a benefit
• Scripting with bash, perl, python a plus.
• Knowledge of the US Treasury cash and futures markets and other fixed income related products a definite plus.

Posted in Jobs, Microsoft Visual Studio.Net on July 27, 2010

The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a track-record of having delivered high-class graphical application front ends on the Windows platform, preferably in the trading space. Working with the rest of the team this individual will be responsible for designing and implementing key features of the product and will have every opportunity to interact with the traders, learn more about the trading business and play a key role in delivering a world class high-frequency discretionary trading product. Additionally, we will be looking for the following:

• BSc Computer Science or related subject
• 5+ years experience programming on Windows (Win32 subsystem), specifically using the .NET framework 3.5, C# 3.0 & VS 2008 (.NET F/Work 4.0, C# 4.0 and VS 2010 a plus).
• Must have some basic working knowledge of programming in C++ for Windows
• Experience with key Windows development software a benefit - such as .NET Reflector, Microsoft’s WPF Performance Suite, profiling tools (e.g. dotTrace, ANTS, …), CLRProfiler, WinDbg
• Some experience working on Linux and any knowledge of writing C++ for Linux is a plus
• Experience with WPF and key design patterns used to build highly-responsive GUIs that can handle large amounts of real-time data
• Experience with multi-threading programming concepts and design trade-offs, TCP/IP network programming (sockets), object oriented programming styles, design patterns (GUI patterns specifically) and algorithm and data structure selection
• Passionate about software, and in particular .NET and the new emerging field of multi-core parallel programming challenges
• Scripting with Perl and/or Python a plus
• Experience working on real-time trading applications a definite plus
• Knowledge of the US Fixed Income markets a plus

Posted in Jobs, SAP R/3 Enterprise 4.7 on July 19, 2010

The Project Manager leads the planning, design, development, and/or support of the implementation of a complete SAP business solution, applying new or advanced technologies. Key project is an upgrade from SAP 4.6 to 6.0 and merging both SAP instances onto one SAP Box smoothly without losing any functionality.

Job Responsibilities:
# Lead multiple small to medium sized projects simultaneously or one large project based on complexity factors such as number of regions, organization, vendors, applications/interfaces involved or project duration.
# Leads project team including technical and non-technical staff in analysis, design, development, testing and implementation efforts for projects to ensure project deliverables meet stated expectations for scope, quality, cost, timing, and business objectives.
# Responsible for project scope definition and sign-off. Participate in decisions that impact or change project scope.
# Develop and maintain detailed project plans.
# Identify and track issues, assess impact, and execute resolution.
# Ensure effective integration management throughout the life cycle of projects.
# Conducts project status sessions with representatives from any or all department involved in the project.
# Accountable for identifying & tracking risks, assessing impact, and executing mitigation plans.
# Prepare periodic reports on project health including project status, risks & mitigation plans, and issues & resolution plans.
# Serves as customer liaison and principle contact for project-related activity.
# Lead resource management process.
# Develop training requirements and plans for project team.
# Provide technical mentoring to associate project managers.

Job Qualifications:
# BA/BS in Information Technology, Computer Science, Accounting, Project Management, Business or related curriculum and 5-8 years of related experience.
# 5+ years of project management experience required.
# PMI certification preferred.
# CPA preferred
# Knowledge of SAP FI/CO, MM, PP, costing, project systems, fixed assets, A/R, A/P, treasury functionality.
# Knowledge of Financial reporting.
# Familiarity with IT solution delivery processes.

Posted in Jobs, Microsoft Visual Studio.Net on June 29, 2010

Participate in the design, architecture and implementation of next generation middle and back office trading applications.
• Learn and internalize the theories behind current trading system.
• Participate in the requirements capture, design, architecture and implementation of next generation software.
• Take ownership of system from requirements capture through implementation.

Job Requirements:
• Eight or more years experience building and deploying production systems. 5+ years of experience total across Java and C#; C# is preferred over Java.
• Strong knowledge of SQL query tuning is a plus.
• Ability to relate/communicate effectively to all levels of associates - management, developers, traders, and operations
• Heavy attention to detail; broad picture view as well
• Prior experience in performance critical applications. Must have real systems in production handling real money for real people
• Likes or is interested in working in an Agile development style; prefers an iterative development style.
• Ability to manage numerous software development priorities with ease
• Focus on performance of applications under high load

Posted in Cisco Networking & IT Security, Data Center Manager - ITIL, Jobs, Unix - Linux on June 29, 2010

• Administrator will be involved in all aspects of Colocation Design/Build/Implementation for multiple locations
• Administrator will work closely with Network and Sys. Admin teams on a daily basis

REQUIREMENTS
• In-Depth familiarity with Cisco IOS, LINUX, Windows, and power management
• Past experience working in/designing data centers/co-locations from a power/hvac/design perspective.
• Experience with Python scripting a must.
• Project and vendor management skills
• Practical knowledge of data center best practices, policies, and procedures
• Practical knowledge of data center subsystems and concepts
• Demonstrated ability and creativity in proposing, planning, implementing, testing, and monitoring data center solutions
• Availability to work weekends or evenings to meet project deadlines, solve problems, or cover operations

Posted in Jobs, Web Developer on June 28, 2010

CORE RESPONSIBILITIES
Develop advanced web applications using Ruby on Rails, Sinatra, SproutCore, HTML/CSS and JavaScript. Work to build and maintain software with the highest standards of software craftsmanship. Help build a culture of learning and continuous improvement on the team. Build strong business domain knowledge related to online advertising, campaign planning and execution, ad serving technologies and related topics. Collaborate with customers, product owners, developers and testers to solve real business problems. Collaborate with Software Test Engineers to create automated acceptance and integration tests. Support and improve development infrastructure including our continuous integration server and automated testing infrastructure.

We use open source tools. Currently we use Ruby/Rails and SproutCore for developing our applications. We use PostgreSQL and MongoDB for our databases, depending on the needs of the application. We believe in Agile software development and use Scrum as our project management methodology. ‘Inspect & Adapt’ is more than just a catch-phrase to us. Our software engineers pair-program on a regular basis and follow TDD principles. We are willing to have every problem under the sun exactly once, in exchange for never having the same problem twice.

QUALIFICATIONS
Strong knowledge of the Ruby language, design principles and patterns. Solid knowledge of relational databases (Postgresql) and/or “NoSQL” document stores (MongoDB).

WORK EXPERIENCE
* Experience as a member of an agile team is a strong plus.
* Experience working with, and contributing to, open source software projects is a plus.
* Experience with agile engineering practices including: test-driven development, pair programming, refactoring and emergent design, continuous integration.
* Experience with web front-end technologies and techniques including: SproutCore, JavaScript, HTML/CSS, jQuery, REST.
* Experience building RESTful web applications all the way down the stack from the front-end down to the metal
* Active on github

Posted in C++ Financial Engineering, Jobs on June 22, 2010

The Software Analysis Organization is responsible for developing tools and new technology that enables our customers to debug and analyze systems.

Work on Eclipse-based CodeWarrior IDE (Integrated Development Environment) C/C++ development tools for supporting development on PPC, ARM, DSP, etc. Provide trace and profiling technology in C/C++ (and probably some in Java, Python).
Consult with other lead engineers, mentor junior engineers.

Requirements
- Bachelor/Master’s degree in Computer Science / EE
- Minimum 15 years experience software development (Min 10yrs application level development on Windows/Linux)
- Strong C++ programmer with ability to write cross-platform, modular, robust, multi-threaded, extensible code (especially boost, STL, templates)
- Experience with component/plug-in frameworks / architectures ([XP]COM, CORBA, etc)
- Scripting experience with a language like Python, Bash or Perl, etc.
- Experience with a major revision control and bug tracking systems (Git, Subversion, CVS, Accurev, Perforce, Bugzilla, Rational, etc)
- Experience in an agile/scrum development environment and comfortable working in a large diverse codebase.
Good knowledge of design patterns and any experience working on IDEs, Eclipse Plug-in development and Ant would be a plus.
Any experience with embedded development on PPC, ARM or DSPs would be a plus

Posted in Cisco Networking & IT Security, Jobs on June 18, 2010

-Design/Configure/Integrate IT Infrastructure Solutions, Install/Implement IT Infrastructure Solution Components.
-Document Infrastructure Solution Design & Technical Specifications.
-Design a new secure public facing DMZ. Internal & External electronic penetration - tools to put in place to protect it & lock it down. Protect the perimeter electronically for data coming in & going out. Need knowledge of intrusion protection sensors, e-forensics, and tools & technologies on how to lock down & protect a Fortune 500 company. It’s not about setting policies & procedures, it’s about collecting the tools to enforce those policies & procedures.

Education & Experience:
-Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business administration, or related field is required.
-Minimum of 2- 4 years of IT infrastructure development and operations experience.
-Application and Web Security, Vulnerability Testing (Code Review), Data Security
-ITIL

Technologies:
- nCircle/ISS (Vulnerability Management), F5 Application Firewalls, Nokia Checkpoint/Cisco PIX Firewalls
- LogLogic, Imperva, HP QAInspect, HP WebInspect, HP Quality Center, HP Unix/Windows/Linux
- EMC Storage, Vormetrix Encryption, DMZ
- Cisco Network and Security products
- Data and network security (firewalls, IPS/IDS, packet generators/sniffers)
- Operating Systems (Windows and UNIX) and security tools
- Security architectures- Web Services Security- Data Protection Services
- E-Commerce Infrastructure- Firewall and Web Server Configuration
- Enterprise Security Management and Intrusion Detection
- Remote Access and Authentication Services- Access Management
- Integrating Security techniques and best practices in an enterprise environment
- Writing security requirements, assessing services / systems for security
- Security Strategy Development- Network Security Reviews- Attack and Penetration Assessments
- E-Business Planning and Pre-implementation Risk Assessments.

Posted in Clinical - Electronic Medical, Jobs on June 9, 2010

Responsible for all phases of the pharmacy information system implementation and ongoing operation including planning, design, development, testing, implementation, maintenance and evaluation of systems, processes, and workflow.
• Analyzes current and future end user department requirements, procedures and workflow.
• Ensures that pharmacy and clinical information systems are consistent with professional and regulatory standards of clinical practice.
• Coordinates transition to live environment of assigned application and application functionalities
• Collaborates with other analysts to develop functionalities directly or indirectly related to their assigned specialties including interfaces and dependent software
• Tests, debugs and documents system modifications and upgrades
• Develop and manage appropriate applications monitoring and data validation processes for all assigned applications or application functions, (outcomes from technology, ie meeting desired goals)
• Manage and monitor appropriate third party interfaces with assigned applications
• Provides after hours on-call applications support as necessary and as assigned
• Provide appropriate levels of end user training and education as needed

Requirements
- A Master’s degree with a concentration in a healthcare technology field is preferred
- 3-5 years inpatient pharmacy experience
- Previous experience implementing one or more Cerner Millennium products or another similar electronic health information system strongly preferred
- R.Ph or Pharm.D is preferred.
- A certification in Nursing, Nursing Informatics or a related certification is preferred

Posted in Business Analyst & Project Manager, Java WebSphere & BEA, Jobs on June 1, 2010

This individual will be responsible for managing the development of critical E-Commerce web enhancement and new functionality projects to ensure the delivery of quality products in a timely and cost effective manner. The person will be responsible for overall business strategy and development related to programs on our websites such as multi-language, booking engine and upgrade capabilities.

The successful candidate is expected to lead the process of making recommendations and setting technical requirements for overall functionality, navigation and other enhancements that meet the needs of our internal stakeholders, hotels and end customers.

Qualifications
-5+ years E-Commerce travel business experience with emphasis on hotel reservation and global distribution systems
-Working knowledge of Web application technologies including HTML, JavaScript, Java, J2EE and SQL;
-Experience with E-Commerce and content management platforms, ATG experience preferred
-Bachelors degree required

Posted in C++ Financial Engineering, Jobs on April 23, 2010

• Lead, manage and mentor a Global Algorithmic Trading Technology team.
• Design, architect, build and deploy a state of the art multi asset Global Algorithmic Trading platform
• Embraces and champions improving the SDLC process by employing and supporting: Metrics, agile/test driven development, short release cycles, resource driven project plans, cross functional communication, QA, transparency into his/her team
• Selects and builds high performing teams, leveraging individual capabilities and strengths.
Establishes vision and goals within the FICOR IT program, driving high performance management, supporting career development and rewarding strong performance
• Maintain existing Algorithmic Trading components
• Manages relationships with the various heads of the trading business to align IT strategy with business strategy
• Identifies, plans, and negotiates for suitable resource levels to meet business objectives, managing conflicts and deadlines.
• Maintains a detailed and current knowledge on the projects within the program; has responsibility for both strategic and tactical initiatives within the program
• Seeks out industry trends and applies extensive capital markets knowledge to ensure best of class solutions

QUALIFICATIONS
• Strong hands-on technical manager / leader with a proven track record
• Knowledge of UNIX/Linux, Programming Languages – C++, Python, Java
• Ability to manage both tactical and strategic projects
• Prior experience with working in and leading a large scale, high performance, distributed, real-time, low latency, load balanced, fault tolerant systems
• Strong business knowledge, clear understanding and prior experience with Algorithmic Trading, Crossing, Smart Routing
• Good understanding and appreciation of overall knowledge of related Electronic Trading components including data dependencies (static, historical statistics)
• Knowledge of other Capital markets products is a plus - Futures, Fixed income
• Detailed understanding of Equities products is a plus (Equities, Options)

Posted in Cisco Networking & IT Security, Jobs on April 23, 2010

Responsibilities involve building network infrastructure, responding to network problems, short and long term project work, and continually driving improvements in network performance.

Experience supporting applications in a Network environment is a must. Prior experience with proprietary trading firms and exchanges is desired. Regular travel to Chicago is required.

Key Responsibilities:
• Work with teammates to drive the design and deployment of new installations of trading systems at exchange collocations
• Design and implement high performance, low latency WAN infrastructure
• Identify and evaluate new technology
• Troubleshoot infrastructure and application performance issues
• Find and improve performance bottlenecks
• Work closely with other parts of the business to identify areas of high opportunity

Key Skills / Attributes:
• Deep understanding of IP networking:
o Switching
o Routing (OSPF, EIGRP, BGP)
o Multicast (IGMP, PIM)
• Expertise with high-performance LAN technology (10 G ethernet, product architecture)
• Expertise with optical WAN technology (SONET, DWDM/CWDM, MPLS)
• Performance analysis and troubleshooting
o Packet capture and analysis
o Tapping and spanning
• Deep understanding of the TCP/IP protocol
• Experience with data center planning and deployment
• Experience with a scripting language such as python or perl
• Experience with the Linux operating system, C/C++, SQL a plus

Posted in Document & Content Management, Jobs on April 23, 2010

3-5 years of demonstrated knowledge and experience working with SharePoint information structures. Experience in collaboration and web development tools, specifically Sharepoint Web 2.0, Java, VB Scripting. SAP knowledge a plus. SharePoint Certification is preferred.
Network Architecture, ECM, integration of external applications

Posted in ETL & BI – Data Management, Jobs on April 23, 2010

The goal of Consumer Data Architecture is to ensure a fully integrated data model between Digital, Relationship Marketing, Shopper Marketing and Retail to achieve a fully connected 360 degree view of a consumer. This role will be responsible for the end-state Consumer data architecture including data entities (conceptual, logical, and physical data models), associated business rules (including data quality, data privacy and security parameters), and authoritative data source(s). The role will also need to establish data quality assurance processes including the processes and templates used to profile the data sources, identify data anomalies, report issues, recommend remediation activities, and track resolution. There is a strong requirement to coordinate with other internal and external architecture groups to establish interfaces and standards for multi-warehouse connectivity. The person in this role needs to demonstrate strong abilities in developing and leading the implementation of a global integrated data architecture.
 Design and implementation of global Consumer data warehouses, data marts, and data stores with a strong focus on high level availability and consumer integration.
 Design and implementation or sourcing the right global consumer data cleansing, enrichment, data analytical and data scoring (to identify high value consumer) tools
 Design and implementation of a global channel agnostic and flexible consumer data structure for a Digital Platform
 Design and implementation of a global consumer data structure that supports consumer segmentation and online and offline campaign management.
 Design and implementation of a global consumer data structure that support multi channel data management (web, social & mobile etc)
 Defining global consumer data standards and models for warehouse architectures that promotes flexibility and tight integration with digital analytics, shopper, sales, innovation and finance.
 Design and implementation of a global consumer data structure that supports consumer data privacy and compliance with the right level of security and privacy controls.
 Evaluating and selecting the right infrastructure components such as software, hardware, database management systems and networking capabilities to enable a tightly integrated consumer data warehouse.

Posted in Business Analyst & Project Manager, Document & Content Management, Jobs on April 22, 2010

• This position will focus on delivering infrastructure-related projects and will additionally be assisting or participating with the Director, IT Infrastructure Operations PMO on activities to improve project methodology and execution.
• Responsible for complying with the PMO, Change, Configuration, and Release to Production Management activities while ensuring existing 404 SOX controls are met.
• Responsible for project budget planning, forecasting, and actual status reporting.

Requirements
• Diverse experience from a technology, delivery and / or solution development perspective, spanning a large scale and global organization.
• Understanding of Web-based technologies. Recent project experience deploying a significant collaboration environment based on Microsoft SharePoint technologies is highly preferred.
• Project Management Professional (PMP) Certification highly preferred.
• ITIL Foundation Certification preferred
• Experience with project planning software, ideally Microsoft Project

Posted in Business Analyst & Project Manager, Jobs on March 26, 2010

Manage the Design/Configuration/Integration IT of B2C platforms for digital channels and assets to reach consumers globally. Projects may involve architecting a platform for loyalty programs, working with managed service providers to enable a listening platform for customer feedback, or re-orienting marketing to a benefit-theme and product portfolio perspective from a brand management perspective.

• Development and maintenance of the architecture and design principles for applications, build, and integration. Define interactions between systems.
• Establish current state system architecture, future state models, and transition steps. Identify potential application reuse opportunities.
• Work with vendors and agencies to develop scalable architectures for the global digital platform which enables plug and play capability of different digital channels as well as delivering a architecture that is robust in the data integration between the digital platform and all its channel as well as back end to the CRM and Sales application and data intelligence.
• Abstract and describe logical enterprise systems architecture to a variety of audiences.

Preferred Education & Experience:
• BS or BA degree in computer science, business administration, or related analytical field is required.
• Experience at an eCommerce agency such as Sapient, Razorfish, or MRM
• 3+ years experience with managing SOA through Java, C#, and Ruby
• Experience with eCommerce and Web Portal software such as ATG, Unica, Interwoven, Omniture Analytics preferred
• Cloud Computing (Rackspace, Akamai)-Mobile Integration-Web 2.0 Integration-Video Streaming-SEM/SEO
• Agile Project Management tools such as JIRA, Confluence Wiki and ScrumWorks
• Consumer Data Integration & Intelligence Architecture experience.

Posted in EAI – WebMethods, Tibco, Jobs on March 18, 2010

Duties
• Design/development/testing/support of message mappings to and from standard and extended IDOC layouts.
• Development of RFC “lookup” interfaces between R/3 and webMethods.
• Configuration/implementation/support of SAP, File, and JDBC adapters.
• Develop technical objects that adhere to company standards and guidelines with consideration given to readability, optimal performance, maintainability, automated error handling, etc.
• Participate in detailed requirements, design, and code walkthroughs to ensure maximum use of reusable modules, minimal impact on existing applications and systems, the highest possible overall quality, etc.
• Support testing efforts by conducting rigorous unit testing and assisting in the set up and execution of integration/UAT test scenarios.
• Thoroughly document change controls so that objects can be migrated to QA, UAT, and production environments.
• Provide level 2 development support for production applications. This will include a rotating on-call schedule outside of normal working hours.
• Complete regular status reports, accounting for time spent on each project and activity/task.
• Identify training requirements and opportunities and devise an annual individual training plan.
• Participate in ongoing knowledge transfer sessions to ensure that there are multiple resources with knowledge of each system, application, object, etc.

Requirements
• Bachelor’s degree required.
• 1-3 years experience with webMethods. Experience with SAP XI/PI as well is a plus.
• Previous experience with EDI transactions is preferred.
• Experience with webMethods Administrative tasks: Migrations, monitoring, error handling.
• Expertise with the IS, Broker, and Trading Networks tools.
• Hands on experience with EDI (X12, UCS, VICS) and EDIINT implementations.
• Design/development/testing/support of message mappings to and from EDI documents.
• Experience with Java, JSP’s, JavaScript, and HTML web pages.
• Knowledge of UNIX and UNIX scripting required on a day-to-day basis.
• Experience with webMethods workflow or BPM tools a plus.
• Working knowledge of Oracle SQL.
• Strong technical writing skills

Posted in ETL & BI – Data Management, Jobs on March 16, 2010

This role will have primary responsibility for review and analysis of information related to various performance metrics collected across the enterprise. The candidate will provide analytical results to traders, back-office, exchanges, and technology teams.
Responsibilities include:

* Identify and document sources of latency/performance related data
* Provide statistical analysis of latency data along with impact/resolution details
* Interact directly with traders to communicate potential issues
* Define, document, and implement new practices to expand the analytical process
* Monitor latency/performance metrics for deviation, and report such changes across enterprise

Candidate Qualifications:
* Excellent inferential reasoning
* Strong basic statistical skills using R (preferred), Matlab, or Excel Stats-pack
* Fundamental database skills (SQL)
* Experience constructing visual charts/graphs
* Functional ability to work in a Unix/Linux environment
* Programming experience in Python (preferred), Perl, Java, C, C++ or some other modern language
* Knowledge of TCP/IP networking fundamentals
* Understanding of computing systems in a distributed, networked environment
* B.S. in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Information Technology, or Mathematics

Posted in C++ Financial Engineering, Jobs on December 23, 2009

Work on integration and optimization of trade capture, risk management, quantitative research and technology.

Responsibilities include hands-on development and unit testing of low latency trading applications, and collaborating with other people, such as traders and business analysts.

Qualifications:
* 7+ years C++ experience with STL, networking and in multithreaded systems
* Strong expertise in linux is essential, windows expertise is also valuable
* Experience working with 29w, TIB, or other messaging system is strongly preferred
* Experience with boost and newer C++ technologies is strongly preferred
* C# 2.0+ experience with focus on GUI development is helpful
* MS SQL or other SQL experience is desireable
* Experience working on financial applications and directly working with traders is very helpful
* Agile software development knowledge and experience, especially Test Driven Development a strong plus

Posted in Clinical - Electronic Medical on October 2, 2008

We currently have a need for a Senior Application Coordinator in support of our professional billing and hospital billing software (specifically Resolute, Epic’s product for billing). As a Senior Application Coordinator you will be responsible for achieving an in-depth knowledge of the Resolute software to provide second level support to the entire revenue cycle. In addition, this role has the following responsibilities:

1)Leads or participates in small business and IT teams towards solution and implementation
2)Serves as a bridge to the end users, to our clients, business partners, and vendors
3)Serves as the primary support contact and coordinates all questions and issues that arise during the project
4)Works collaboratively with process design, interface, testing, and deployment teams, requiring significant customer focus
5)Demonstrates strong detailed analytical thinking, problem solving and results oriented skills

Basic Requirements:
1)3-5 years of recent experience with Hospital Billing or Professional Billing, ideally with Epic Resolute
2) Benefit engine and work queues are critical and required experience.
3)IT experience with maintenance of masterfiles (database managers or data directories), interfaces, and protocols
4)Application implementation and installation experience