***C++ Developer @ Creve Coeur, MO***LOCAL ONLY

Title:  C++ Developer

Duration:  1+ years
Location:  Creve Coeur, MO
Pay:          Open

 

LOCAL ONLY

 
MUST HAVE:  strong C++ Software Dev and a willingness to work extra hours when needed.

DEPARTMENTS ROLE: Data Feed Direct (RDF-D) is a product providing a fully managed, low latency direct feed solution that targets in particular algorithmic trading clients.  Leveraging industry standard RIC codes and IDN data model, it can be integrated into clients' existing RMDS backbone infrastructures.  RDF-D was launched in the US in 2005 and in Europe and Asia in 2006.  The global RDF-D Development group is divided into three regional groups covering Asia, Europe and America.  Each regional group is responsible for developing new feed handlers for local markets in accordance with the priorities set by the business.  Additionally, each group also needs to maintain the existing launched feed handlers by implementing code changes for mandatory feed upgrades as well as for functional and data enhancements. Key challenges for the whole team in 2008 will be to further improve latency and throughput rates, to add a significant number of new feeds and to ensure high quality service for existing clients.  All of these will need enthusiastic and knowledgeable developers.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
The successful candidate will be expected to:
 ·         Complete the objectives of each assignment (typically project tasks)
 ·         Participate in project planning sessions with team members to analyze development requirements and occasionally work with project teams to define scope for each project
 ·         To develop and integrate applications per written specifications. May also be responsible for writing moderate to complex  design specifications
·         To translate technical requirements into application code and modules
·         Interface with the Business Analysts and Technical Team Leads to ensure the proper requirements are understood and being met
 ·        Interface with QA to ensure the application performs as, or better, than expected
 ·         To aid in the preparation of status updates for projects
·         Make moderate to complex modifications to existing software applications and modules in accordance with written specifications and industry standards
·         Develop software application modules using disciplined software development processes
·         Perform unit tests on applications written by self and others
·        Write additional unit tests for new functional requirements
·         Take part in reviews of own work. Take part in reviews of the work of colleagues   

 JOB SPECIFICATIONS – REQUIRED SKILLS, KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE  
·         5-10 years professional C++ experience
·         Degree in Computer Science or equivalent
·         Experience of formal software development lifecycle
·         Experience with Microsoft Visual Studio is desired
 ·         Good understanding of programming and troubleshooting techniques within a real time application environment
·        Working experience in writing and debugging multithreaded applications
 ·         Good communication skills, including understanding requirements, verifying expectations, and written documentation
·         Good understanding of principles, theories, practices and techniques for managing activities involved in planning, managing and implementing projects and programs
·         Ability to thoroughly test code, including performance testing
·         Ability to provide realistic timelines, and meet them, is a must
·         A customer service focus
·         Knowledge of communications protocols, such as TCP/IP, and experience of distributed networks an advantage
·         Understanding of financial markets, market data is an advantage.     
 

 

 

 

Thanks & Regards.

Steve Perez

steve@kolansoftinc.com

Direct Number: 201-484-0340

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