Software Engineer
at BGC Partners
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- $110,000 – $120,000 USD
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- United States
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**Job Summary:** We seek a results-driven **Software Engineer** to join our global team in New York. As a key collaborator, you'll work on strategic Post Trade Technology projects, delivering solutions that support various post-trade functions. You'll troubleshoot production issues, maintain systems, liase with cross-functional teams, and propose process improvements. A Bachelor's/Master's degree in a relevant field is required, along with proficiency in Java, J2EE, Spring Boot, and a strong foundation in data structures and algorithms. Prior experience in capital markets or a financial services environment is computationally valuable.
Location: New York, NY, United States
We are looking for a talented and detail-oriented Software Engineer to become an integral part of our global engineering team. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, working on strategic projects and delivering solutions as per our product roadmap. As a key member of our distributed development team, you will continuously improve our software development processes and play a vital role in our success.Responsibilities
- Work on greenfield and brownfield projects in Post Trade Technology, supporting various post-trade functions and Business as Usual requests.
- Propose improvements related to development and support activities, ensuring efficient and effective processes.
- Troubleshoot and resolve production system support issues, maintaining high system uptime and performance.
- Perform software maintenance and upgrades, keeping our systems up-to-date and secure.
- Liaise with different teams to resolve dependencies and ensure timely delivery of projects.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve common goals and deliver high-quality solutions.
- Stay updated with the latest technologies and industry trends, continuously improving your skills.
- Document and communicate technical designs and decisions, ensuring clear and effective knowledge sharing.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field (or equivalent work experience).
- 2-4 years of experience in software development, with a strong understanding of SDLC activities.
- Proficiency in Java, SQL Server, Postgres, Angular, Spring, and Docker is essential.
- Experience with Unix shell scripting, messaging technologies (Kafka, JMS, Solace), and Gitlab source control is required.
- Familiarity with CI/CD practices and DevOps methodologies is highly desirable.
- Knowledge of digital assets and technologies is an advantage, as is experience with Test-Driven or Behavior-Driven Development.
- Experience with cloud technologies, deployment, and design is a plus, as is PostgreSQL/Sybase experience.
- A background in Financial Services and an understanding of trade lifecycles is beneficial.
- Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, are essential for this role.
- A self-starter attitude, attention to detail, and a strong aptitude for learning new technologies are key attributes.
Compensation Expectations: $110,000-$120,000 Base Salary
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Cantor International Services Limited is seeking a Software Engineer to join our Post Trade Dev team. The ideal candidate will have 2-4 years of experience and a strong background in software development, with a focus on Post Trade Technology and SDLC activities.
