Application Programmer

Genesis10 is currently seeking an Application Programmer with our client in the financial industry located in Chicago, IL. This is a 12 + month contract position.

Responsibilities:

Work as a level 2 MAPS Finance Risk Analyst for all Markets LOB's located in Chicago

First point of contact for business requests and reported impact

Monitor and alert of critical trading system environments 

Release implementation and post-release testing

Build and maintain strong partnerships with business stakeholders, application development personnel, and infrastructure contacts 

Troubleshoot complex systems issues 

Proactive identification and resolution of problem hotspots 

Development of tools and driving efficiency/stability improvements 

Report generation through presentation and analysis tools like: Tableau and MS Office

Requirements:

Operating systems: Solaris, Linux, Windows 

Scripting languages: Unix Shell, Perl, Python, SQL (Intermediate level: multi-table joins, grouping results, etc.) 

Grid computing and batch management 

Well rounded understanding of infrastructure disciplines (network, server, storage, messaging)

Ability to work in high pressure trading environment and assimilate information from multiple sources quickly

Good problem solver, and someone who can adhere to strict procedures and guidelines which include incident, service request and change management

Comfortable leading daily technical change meetings managing global resources through the client's change process

Well-rounded understanding of Software Development Lifecycle

Adherence to written procedures and policies for Change Management

Ability to quickly and independently develop expertise is a highly valued attribute of the MAPS FICC Risk support analyst

Ability to rationalize the impact of multiple concurrent issues/requests and prioritize work accordingly 

Independent sense of motivation to continuously improve themselves and the environment 

Intuitive problem solving ability which leads to solution alternatives that reflect the analyst's diverse foundation of knowledge, skills and experiences 

Confidence, focus, and adaptable communication style required to effectively coordinate restoration efforts for high-impact technology incidents 

Resilient and confident working in a high pressure FO trading environment

Excellent communication skills essential

Leadership skills

Incident, Problem and Release management ITRS Enterprise monitoring

Experience supporting traders

Pay Range: $58.26 - $66.26

Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position.

If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply!

About Genesis10:

Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. 

For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client.  Benefits of Working with Genesis10: 

•    Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. 

•    The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. 

•    Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) 

•    Behavioral Health Platform 

•    Medical, Dental, Vision 

•    Health Savings Account 

•    Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) 

•    Voluntary Term Life Insurance 

•    401K 

•    Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) 

•    Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF) 

•    Remote opportunities available 

For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. 

Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.