Job#: 3032096 Job Description: Senior Quantitative Developer (Python)
Location: Jersey City, New Jersey (Hybrid)
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Duration: 12 Months
Role Overview
We are seeking a Senior Quantitative Developer with substantial Python experience for a role in the financial services sector. This position involves designing and developing complex server-side components for front-office derivatives risk systems. The ideal candidate will work in a fast-paced environment, collaborating with stakeholders to manage complex requirements and deliver effective solutions.
Key Responsibilities
- Design and develop complex server-side components using Python.
- Work within markets on front-office derivatives risk, pre-trade, or post-trade management systems.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to understand complex requirements and prioritize tasks.
- Operate effectively within an Agile and Lean software development framework.
- Articulate and present technical problems and solutions clearly to team members and stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
Education: A degree in Computer Science or an equivalent field is required.
Experience: A minimum of five years of strong Python development experience is necessary. Experience in financial services, specifically with derivatives risk systems, is also required.
Technical Skills: Proficiency in Python is mandatory. Familiarity with Java is optional. An understanding of Agile and Lean development practices and associated tools is required.
Preferred Qualifications
- Knowledge of the Quartz technology stack.
- Understanding of pricing and risk, including the structure and pricing of derivative products.
- Domain knowledge of derivatives risk, such as Greeks and Scenarios.
- Product knowledge of Equity Derivatives, including Futures, Options, and Convertibles.
Compensation
The anticipated pay range for this position is $63.00 to $68.26 per hour. The actual pay rate will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and other factors permitted by law.
This employer 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 on the basis of disability.
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Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRated's Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico. Everforth Apex uses a virtual recruiter as part of the application process. Click for more details.
Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.
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