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Proprietary trading firm is seeking a talented dev

Back Office Developer

Chicago, IL

Proprietary trading firm is seeking a talented developer to contribute to the enhancement of its
automated trading system. This role combines large-scale data management, algorithm
implementation and process management. The successful Back Office Developer must be a team player, have the ability
to build scalable processes.

Responsibilities:

Define and implement new procedures as needed for data collection and analysis.

Develop processes to collect and analyze data for automated trading systems.

Develop and support overnight processes written in Python, Perl and web reporting in Ruby.

Develop and maintain Back Office processes such as P&L reporting and position reconciliation.

Develop and support tools that interface with external data vendors.

Support the Finance and Operations group on cost and compliance reporting.

Develop and support overnight processes written in Python, Perl and web reporting in Ruby.

Identify and respond to system incidents and problems, including performing troubleshooting

procedures and escalating as necessary.

Select and implement software tools to support execution and management of procedures.

Develop and maintain documentation and standards.

Work with colleagues to identify and develop opportunities to enhance and improve trading system

procedures.

Qualifications:

At least three years of relevant Python scripting experience.

BS/BA degree required. (Coursework in engineering or computer science preferred.)

Strong database knowledge; SQL, Postgres, MySQL, etc.

Experience with Perl a plus.

At least two years of relevant work experience in financial markets.

Linux experience required.

Highly detail-oriented and well-organized.

Able to multi-task and work under pressure.

Capable of building scalable and robust processes.