Risk Business Analyst

Full time, permanent role in Boston

Emoployee will serve as the BA lead for project workstream.

Direct cross-functional efforts with solid understanding of Risk systems and system development lifecycle methodology to support complex Risk projects through their life cycle.
Facilitate user requirement meetings and create use case catalogs, functional specification & requirements in working with the project team.
Model, document, analyze, lead and review detailed business requirements and serve as advocate for business area regarding business and systems requirements.
Identify critical issues with ease and strive for creative thinking beyond the boundaries of existing practices.
Act as liaison between users, developers, testers, and implementation specialists.


Manage domestic and offshore BA consultant resources & provide direct oversight on day-to-day direction and deliverables. Proactively serve in project leadership roles and manage the process of innovative change.



Qualifications:
EDUCATION:

Bachelor's degree or its equivalent with strong analytical expertise; detail oriented. Financial background & knowledge is required.

SKILLS:

Demonstrate competency to support complex projects. Ability to identify opportunities for innovation with strong communication skills and ability to transform into actionable items. Strong listening skill, organizational skills and customer service skills with ability to manage multiple projects and tasks at the same time. Market Risk and/or Credit Risk knowledge are a plus.

REMARKS:

This is a hands-on business analyst/system analyst position. Financial background & knowledge are required.


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Peoplesoft Business Analyst

Full time, permanent position at the Boston location of a global investment firm.

Qualifications:

- Must have experience/expertise with PeopleSoft Applications (A/P, G/L, Fixed Assets, Purchasing, Payroll).

- Must have experience/expertise implementing and supporting finance systems on a local and global scale.

- Must have experience/expertise with providing end-user training and support with the specific systems.

- Must be able to effectively gather and execute technical requirements.

- Excellent communication skills and ability to work well in a team environment are necessary.


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

SQL Server Developer

Contract or Perm position at an investment management firm in Boston

Position Overview:

We are looking for a SQL Server Developer to join a team of 4 developers and architects to create innovative solutions for our investment divisions. You will be working with data and research departments, implementing a wide variety of databases used for research, portfolio construction and trading. This is a contract position.


Responsibilities:

Work closely with research analysts and portfolio managers to comprehend the data needs, and data usage.
Propose and design database solutions.
Implement database systems based on the solutions proposed and work closely with users to test and integrate the system into the current production environment.
Support the systems developed.


Skills:

College degree required.
4+ years of experience developing application with the focus on data and data access.
Proven track record building large scale SQL Server databases.
Expert level T-SQL skills.
Experience with performance tuning, execution plans, indexed views.
Basic familiarity with .NET for CLR stored procedure and SSIS development.
Experience with SQL Server 2008 would be a plus.
Methodical and pragmatic.
Self-starter, able to work in a fast paced environment with minimal supervision.
Excellent communication skills - both written and oral.
Must be detail-oriented and able to prioritize work and effectively manage multiple tasks.
Mathematics or other analytical background would be a plus.
Prior exposure to Financial Services would be a plus.

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Spotfire Developer

Contract at an investment firm in Boston

Qualifications:

* Minimum of 2-3 years of experience developing Spotfire Reports, Spotfire WebPlayer, Spotfire SDK
* 2-3 years of Strong Oracle and Sybase SQL experience
* Financial Domain experience preferred
* Programming Knowledge in Java, J2EE / VBA experience
* Bachelor's degree preferred
* Solid understanding of the business or function for which the application is designed
* Specific business background through training and application experience
* Full understanding of the software development process including analysis, design, coding, system and user testing, problem resolution and planning
* Applications/technology knowledge and expertise in one or a few areas
* Full competency in all relevant development and coding environments, languages, tools and platforms

Summary:

* Develops, modifies, integrates, and maintains software solutions.
* Provides business solutions by developing complex or multiple software applications.
* Uses business knowledge to translate the vision for divisional initiatives into business solutions by developing complex or multiple software applications.
* Conducts studies of alternatives; analyzes and recommends changes in project development policies, procedures, standards, and strategies to development experts and management.
* May work with minimal or without supervision
* Determines and develops approaches to solutions


Day-to Day duties:

* Understand and implement the business requirements in Spotfire
* Follow SDLC process and provide all necessary documentation for specific releases.
* Work on any enhancements of legacy projects which are implemented in Java/VBA programming languages.


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

SQL Developer

Contract, contract to hire or permanent
Top tier asset management firm in Boston

The SQL DBA/ Developer will be responsible for providing guidance and direction on the database design, development, integration, and support of applications in support of client’s data management processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong development background, with an emphasis on SQL code. Experience as a SQL DBA would also be preferred.



· Undergraduate degree in technology discipline or equivalent experience

· An average of 10+ years total IT experience

· An average of 8-10+ years of SQL Development experience

· Understanding of the database development lifecycle, including database creation, table design, etc.

· Working knowledge of standard design methodologies and principles.

· Experience with T-SQL and ETL tools, primarily with SSIS 2005/2008

· Experience with architecting and implementing reports within SQL Server Reporting Services 2005 / 2008

· Experience with VLDB’s - 100+ GB databases, hundreds of DB’s in a highly transactional environment

· Familiar with the new facts of SQL Server 2005 / 2008 (e.g. table partitioning, mirroring, full-text management, indexed views, security management, etc)

· Familiar with query performance analysis, improvements and troubleshooting performance degradation

· Knowledgeable of operating systems (e.g. Windows 2003, 2007)

· Experience with resolving complex blocking and deadlocking issues



Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Defined Contributions Project Manager

Contract with potential hire at the end of 6 months
Client is a well established financial firm South of Boston

Client has established an enterprise wide project management practice to deliver beneficial business projects successfully. The group manages projects using a methodology framework based on industry best practices in support of our corporate goals and those of our clients.

The team manages over 50 active projects and is currently looking to expand its capacity, skills, and experience. The Project Management team is currently seeking 2-3 qualified Project Managers to manage projects.

Job responsibilities will include:

Effective management and delivery of the project’s deliverables
Successful project initiation with related artifacts
Developing schedule and resource staffing plans
Influencing skills to maneuver roadblocks as needed
Managing work and communicating status
Risk tracking, mitigation, and communication of options
Managing change control and defining trade-offs for decisions
Effective relationships with sponsors and collaboration with team members
Applying a standardized tool set and methodology
Producing quality project artifacts as defined by the methodology
Coordination of testing activities
Demonstrating initiative and problem solving skills
We have multiple projects to staff with a Project Manager, and thus we are looking for people with one or more of the following experience and background:

· Transfer Agent Operations or related

· Defined Contributions/Retirement

Candidates should have team management experience and be comfortable matrix managing medium to large project teams. Strong communication and presentation skills are absolutely required. Candidates must be able to demonstrate the ability to be detail-oriented, and the ability to execute complex assignments within the established time frames and quality standards.

Qualified candidates must have a bachelor’s degree and at least 8 years prior project management experience. Candidates with a PMP designation will be given strong consideration. These positions will be located in the South Shore.

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Summit FT Developer

Contract or contract to perm position in Boston

Ideal candidate will have recent experience with Summit.

Summit Developers required to assist client with their current iniatives.


Analysis and development of systems that interface Summit FT with other trade capture applications and in-house applications using XML, XSLT and C/C++
Implement routines to price trades captured in Summit FT with specific pricing models
Developing new utilities to generate feed for other risk and P&L systems and enrichment of trades in middle-office
Developing reports for traders, audit reporting and cash flow data for web reporting
Developing interfaces between Summit FT and other back office systems like settlements, accounting, documentation and swift engine
Manage projects end-to-end involving implementation of exotic products
Technical analysis of business requirements
Estimation of project completion for minor and major enhancements; and implementation of new products in Summit FT
Issue resolution, facilitating, mentoring, supplemental assistance


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Summit BA

Contract or contract to perm position in Boston

Ideal candidate will have recent experience with Summit.

Business analyst experienced in trade processing, with sound knowledge of Fixed Income and Derivatives, is required to work within the technology department to perform detailed analysis of requirements, liaise with the Derivatives and Fixed Income business groups and external parties. The candidate will demonstrate experience in working with the front, middle and back office to define detailed requirements and working alongside the technical resources to build technical solutions.

The successful candidate will be able to discuss business requirements in detail exhibiting a good understanding of financial products and business controls. The BA will own the relationship with the users. This will include front office (trading and sales), market and credit risk, middle office, operations and other external third party system owners. The candidate will be equally at ease discussing business and technical issues, and will be able to lead solution discovery.

. Directs efforts cross-functionally and uses good understanding of business systems, financial industry, and system development lifecycle methodology(ies) to support complex projects through their life cycle, with the emphasis on the analysis stage
. Directs the gathering of business/system requirements by facilitating user meetings, interviewing users, and researching and resolving issues.
. Makes judgments on gathered analysis information, using flowcharting and other methodologies. May be consulted in the analysis of user interface design efforts.
. Leads the analysis of current processes and recommends solutions and improved processes; consults as subject matter expert on impact of systems changes to business processes.
. Leads and reviews draft detailed requirements and related documentation.
. Serves as advocate for business area regarding system needs and requests with various groups.
. Monitors project planning and management by documenting and maintaining plans, managing issue logs and preparing project documentation.
. Demonstrates understanding of the impact of problems on the organization as a whole, and facilitate collaboration to achieve resolutions.
. Use a broad array of communication tools to inform, persuade, influence, direct and facilitate communication within project teams and between Business and Technical teams.
. Document business requirements using clear, concise language consistent with the methodology framework.
. In addition to users, communicates with developers, testers, and implementation specialists.
. Acts as a liaison between users, developers, testers, and implementation specialists.
. May direct special projects, e.g., conducting research, collecting and providing requested data, etc.
. Model and analyze business processes and assist the business in identifying ways to maximize operational efficiencies, quality and compliance.
. Identify compile, analyze and document business requirements that accurately and thoroughly reflect business needs.
Qualifications
. Candidate must have extensive working knowledge of Summit, Calypso, Murex, Front Areana or other industry leading software solution for Fixed Income derivatives trading and processing.
. Candidates with derivatives (Swaps, Libor Basis products, Options on Futures, Government Securities, Repos and Currency Forwards) experiences will be given special consideration.
. Candidates with working knowledge of Summit FT, Wall Street, and Fenics systems would be considered over other candidates . Bachelors Degree in technology, finance, business or equivalent. MBA or CFA a plus
. At least 8+ years of related professional financial services and project management experience

. MS Office Products
. Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills
. Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
. Very strong management, project management and leadership skills
. Very strong relationship management skills

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

IT Manager

Full time - permanent
Location: Boston, MA

·Manage staff of 2 of small IT department
o Oversee daily duties, schedules, and responsibilities
o Performance reviews
o Overall responsibility of all:

·End-user support including workstations, printers, mobile phones, help desk, etc.

·Network and infrastructure including switches, routers, servers, firewalls, email, and so on

·All business applications, backend databases, reporting, etc.

·Compliance: Sarbanes Oxley, Mass Data Security, legal, etc.

·Regular management decisions regarding departmental and technical matters and issues

·Interface with employees at all levels, primarily with department heads and management

·Report to executive management and the IT Steering Committee and represent the IT department as a whole

·Oversee all tactical IT projects
o Develop and manage project plans, timelines, etc.
o Report on project progress

·Active participation and administration of network and infrastructure with senior level experience in any 3 or more of the following major required areas (in priority order); any additional a plus:
o Virtualization and Storage: VMWare, EqualLogic, NetApp, etc.
o Microsoft based Communications and/or Collaboration: Exchange 2010, Office Communications Server, SharePoint 2010
o Microsoft based Platforms: Windows 2008, Active Directory, DFS, DNS, DHCP, print and file services, SQL, AD RMS, IIS
o Backup and disaster recovery systems: Backup Exec, VSS, VMWare HA & SRM, datacenters
o Security: IPS, Trend Micro A/V, Trend Micro DLP, firewalls, Barracuda SPAM
o Networking: switches, routers, firewalls, LANs, WANs (Dell, Cisco, SonicWALL)
o Other: Citrix XenApp, Blackberry Enterprise Server, Polycom Video Conferencing, OCR,
o Applications and databases: MRI Software, MDS, Argus, Avid, Bloomberg, SQL Reporting
o Microsoft Based Systems Management: SCCM, SCOM, DPM, MDOP, App-V

·Oversee IT budget

·7 or more years direct Information Technology experience ; 2 or more years experience managing staff

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Business Analyst with Fixed Income and Derivatives

Full time - permanent
Location: Boston, MA

Business analyst experienced in trade processing, with sound knowledge of Fixed Income and Derivatives, is required to work within the technology department to perform detailed analysis of requirements, liaise with the Derivatives and Fixed Income business groups and external parties. The candidate will demonstrate experience in working with the front, middle and back office to define detailed requirements and working alongside the technical resources to build technical solutions.

The successful candidate will be able to discuss business requirements in detail exhibiting a good understanding of financial products and business controls. The BA will own the relationship with the users. This will include front office (trading and sales), market and credit risk, middle office, operations and other external third party system owners. The candidate will be equally at ease discussing business and technical issues, and will be able to lead solution discovery.

• Directs efforts cross-functionally and uses good understanding of business systems, financial industry, and system development lifecycle methodology(ies) to support complex projects through their life cycle, with the emphasis on the analysis stage
• Directs the gathering of business/system requirements by facilitating user meetings, interviewing users, and researching and resolving issues.
• Makes judgments on gathered analysis information, using flowcharting and other methodologies. May be consulted in the analysis of user interface design efforts.
• Leads the analysis of current processes and recommends solutions and improved processes; consults as subject matter expert on impact of systems changes to business processes.
• Leads and reviews draft detailed requirements and related documentation.
• Serves as advocate for business area regarding system needs and requests with various groups.
• Monitors project planning and management by documenting and maintaining plans, managing issue logs and preparing project documentation.
• Demonstrates understanding of the impact of problems on the organization as a whole, and facilitate collaboration to achieve resolutions.
• Use a broad array of communication tools to inform, persuade, influence, direct and facilitate communication within project teams and between Business and Technical teams.
• Document business requirements using clear, concise language consistent with the methodology framework.
• In addition to users, communicates with developers, testers, and implementation specialists.
• Acts as a liaison between users, developers, testers, and implementation specialists.
• May direct special projects, e.g., conducting research, collecting and providing requested data, etc.
• Model and analyze business processes and assist the business in identifying ways to maximize operational efficiencies, quality and compliance.
• Identify compile, analyze and document business requirements that accurately and thoroughly reflect business needs.

Qualifications • Candidate must have extensive working knowledge of Summit, Calypso, Murex, Front Areana or other industry leading software solution for Fixed Income derivatives trading and processing.
• Candidates with derivatives (Swaps, Libor Basis products, Options on Futures, Government Securities, Repos and Currency Forwards) experiences will be given special consideration.
• Candidates with working knowledge of Summit FT, Wall Street, and Fenics systems would be considered over other candidates • Bachelors Degree in technology, finance, business or equivalent. MBA or CFA a plus
• At least 8+ years of related professional financial services and project management experience

• MS Office Products
• Excellent analytical and interpersonal skills
• Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills
• Very strong management, project management and leadership skills
• Very strong relationship management skills

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Senior Project Manager - Fixed Income - Derivatives

Full time, permaenent position in Boston
Client is a global asset management firm


Responsible for the development, delivery and technical support of technical solutions for the Fixed Income Rates business. The Fixed Income Rates business will offer its clients a wide range of fixed income derivatives products which will require the use of derivatives, fixed income, currency instruments. As part of the launch of the business, client requires an experienced Project Manager with extensive knowledge in Derivatives and Fixed Income end-to-end trade processing. This person will be responsible for performing and managing all Fixed Income project management and business analysis coordinating closely with Engineering, Quality Assurance and Business Units team members for a successful implementation.

The successful candidate will be responsible for the following:

• Project management of technical implementation / technology workstreams associated with the delivery of functionality required to support the end user.
• Prepares Project Execution Documentation adhering to client model
• Can independently plan, organize and control the activities of multiple, large-scale, cross-functional project teams
• Oversees management and control of project scope
• Oversee the management of project staffing and works closely with Application Manager to ensure adequate staffing during project lifecycle
• Oversees the management of overall project communications, risks, and issues resolution
• Oversee the management of an project budget, project tracking and reporting,
and delivery
• Defines and oversees communication with sponsors and management concerning project strategy, status, and issues
• Recognized thought leader on project management best practices



Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Fixed Income Business Analyst

Full time permanent position in Boston
Client is a Global Investment firm headquartered in Boston

Business analyst experienced in trade processing, with sound knowledge of Fixed Income and Derivatives, is required to work within the technology department to perform detailed analysis of requirements, liaise with the Derivatives and Fixed Income business groups and external parties. The candidate will demonstrate experience in working with the front, middle and back office to define detailed requirements and working alongside the technical resources to build technical solutions.

The successful candidate will be able to discuss business requirements in detail exhibiting a good understanding of financial products and business controls. The BA will own the relationship with the users. This will include front office (trading and sales), market and credit risk, middle office, operations and other external third party system owners. The candidate will be equally at ease discussing business and technical issues, and will be able to lead solution discovery.

• Clear, complete and accurate documentation of user requirements and functional specifications

• Running workshops to explain and walk through business requirements

• Definition and delivery of a test strategy, test plans and test scripts.

• Execute system functional testing.

• UAT support.

• Problem solving and responsibility for issue resolution.

• Training users and post production support staff.

• Working with Middle Office and Back Office systems owners in defining Middle Office and Back Office systems requirements.

• Defining system interface requirements to other external systems.

• Potentially liaising with external resources to determine business requirements

• Bachelors Degree in technology, finance, business or equivalent.

• Min 5 years Business analysis

• Business analysis skill set with extreme attention to detail and problem solving abilities.

• Excellent functional testing capabilities

• Demonstrable experience and knowledge of trade capture, pricing, risk management and end to end process flows of the relevant products (i.e., bonds, interest rate swaps, cross currency swaps, basis swaps, interest rate futures. Strong understanding of derivatives accounting a plus

• Basic knowledge of SQL a plus

• Experienced in the full project lifecycle.

• Excellent (clear and concise) verbal and written communication and presentation skills.

• Experienced in taking responsibility for investigating, finding solutions and closing issues.

• Experienced in managing dependencies and deliverables across business lines



Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

SQL Server DBA

SQL DBA - Boston, MA
Full time position


Required Skills:
Candidate must have extensive experience in SQL Server 2000/2005 database administration. Experience with Oracle 10 (RAC) is a plus. UNIX shell scripting knowledge is required. Those experienced/exposed to Sybase are preferred.


PURPOSE/OBJECTIVE:
Design, configure, implement and monitor company databases. Address technical issues surrounding all aspects of database performance and integrity.


MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES:
Audit database security, software patches and upgrades.

Serve as a senior DBA support for mission critical and problematic databases

Monitor and Resolve database performance problems as they arise.

Develop custom database solutions for business requirements.

Develops flexible, non-restrictive standards for all database platforms.

Review backup processes and schedules and make adjustments as necessary, execute backups and restore as appropriate.

Run integrity checks on all databases regularly raising any issues with the Manager.

Review database security, maintain and enhance as necessary, including add/delete users as necessary.

Document procedures and problem resolutions.

Optimize and tune for maximum performance.



Skills/Knowledge:
Expert knowledge of MS SQL Server 2000/2005 Cluster

Experience with Oracle 10RAC database administration

Expert knowledge of Data Modeling experience

Good understanding of Unix/Linux/windows operation systems, storage raw device and file systems

Skilled in UNIX shell script

MS SQL Server 2005 upgrade experience is plus

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work effectively with managers, front-line employees, end users and consultants

Commitment to the business as well as the technology



Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Appliction/Systems Developer - SQL with Trade OMS

Application/Systems Developer (Financial Services)
Full time, permanent position in Boston

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must have in-depth experience in developing/working on Trading Systems
Specific system knowledge is not required, but CRD is preferred.
Candidate must have excellent understanding of the business and will be required to work closely with the business units.
Must have strong experience/knowledge with SQL Server Databases.
Must have strong experience coding in OO languages (mainly C#)
Excellent verbal and written communication skills mandatory




Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Senior QA Manager

Full time, permanent position in Boston.

Skills:
· Bachelor's Degree in computer sciences or related area. Minimum 8+ years of QA or related experience.

· Must have "hands-on" expertise and domain experiences in testing lifecycle for enterprise system design and implementation - Unix/Linux/Windows.

· Must be fluent in test automation & continuous integration frameworks & implementation.

· This is both the coach & player role

· Must have solid interpersonal, organizational, communication & negotiation skill with experiences in managing QA functions in shared service organization



Responsibilities:

1. Define and lead the definition of overall test strategy including test automation & continuous integration, for a logical grouping of applications (Market Risk, Credit Risk, Data, Shared Services) within a unit as well as shared service framework component

2. Define and lead the definition and implementation of test resource plans, for a logical grouping of applications

3. Provide testing process leadership to ensure deployment of test resources to the lifecycle, in iterative development process.

4. Provide system definition and design support. Serves as technical, subject matter resource for testing, development and business line staff.

5. Define Test architect for complex, cross-business units group efforts, working with peers in business and development

6. Contribute to performance appraisals for resources assigned to the project in a virtual team or matrix project structure

7. Responsible for the effective management, development and implementation of programs to ensure that software meets functional and non functional requirements.

8. Ensure quality is consistent throughout product life cycle and ensures that software is tested thoroughly by leading the definition of test strategy and test plans and cases, and monitoring the execution of those cases according to an established, documented, consistent test methodology

9. Management of staff

Hires and manages performance and development of staff members
Contributes to budget recommendations relative to salary increases, promotions and bonuses
Monitors direct reports’ performance and conducts performance appraisals
Manages vendor relationships at a senior level, including Statements of Work and relationship evaluations
Contributes to performance appraisals for resources assigned to the project in a virtual team or matrix project structure


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Java Software Engineer - Financial Systems

Full time, permanent position

Candidate can work in Nashua, NH or New York, NY.

Description

We are looking for smart, motivated, software engineers with 5-9 years experience willing to take on the startup philosophy of doing whatever it takes to consistently build and deliver quality software.

Our software engineers are integral to the growth and success of the company. This position is a combination of software development and customer support. It requires the ability to take on independent projects, work with others on various levels, and support your software through customer phone interactions. Candidates must be comfortable working on simultaneous tasks in a fluid and dynamic environment, where they will encounter intellectual and exciting challenges.

Minimum Requirements:
• Coded in Java & Web/LAMP Technologies

Desired skills:
• JBOSS, Tomcat, MySQL, Linux
• Hibernate, EJB3, SEAM, RichFaces, JavaScript, VBScript, CSS, HTML
• JSP, AJAX, Web Services, XML
• Java programming [C++ possible]
• Database skills (SQL, JDBC, ODBC)
• Application debugging
• Understand distributed applications
• Multi-Threaded application development
• Strong analytical skill

In addition to the skill sets above, any combination of the following is a plus:
• Omgeo CTM
• OASYS
• Thompson Omgeo post trade suite
• DTCC systems and interfaces
• CNS
• Other clearing systems & interfaces
(ADP, Broadridge, Merrill PRO, Merrill Broadcourt, ConvergeX, Pershing, Penson)
• Working knowledge of trade allocation/booking process
•SWIFT messaging
• FIX messaging


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

Systems Engineer

Full time, permanent position at a Hedge Fund in Boston

Systems Engineer
The Systems Engineer will share responsibilities in a variety of technological areas including assisting in managing Windows/Linux servers and Windows/Mac desktops, account management, production contingency planning/testing and systems documentation.
The role includes working with business analysts to provide front-line application support.
The Systems Engineer will provide technical support and guidance to end-users including hardware and software troubleshooting and will coordinate vendor and third-party maintenance for network connectivity, software support, and telecommunications services.
The position will require on-site hours from 6am-3pm on all US trading days with additional limited on-call responsibilities as necessary. Early morning on-site is required for maintaining integrity of overnight data feeds, monitoring scheduled batch processing jobs, SQL loads and production infrastructure and resolving issues prior to market open.

Responsibilities:
This is a hands-on multi-function role that requires time to be split between application support and systems maintenance.
• Servers/Desktops Administer and optimize Linux and Windows 2003/08 servers and related components and system level software packages. Assist in desktop and laptop builds and hardware rollouts. Administer OS and software updates. Interface to server/desktop support groups. Contribute to server planning and hardware/software deployments such as version control and issues tracking packages
• Application Support Install, maintain and support financial trading applications and interface to 3rd party vendors and trading partners
• SQL Server Configure and maintain SQL Server 2008; administer users/groups, backups and database replication
• Active Directory User/group administration, message server account setup, group policy configuration to manage/enforce security
• Contingency Planning Help implement, monitor and adjust the system backup procedures to ensure that the corporation's data and computer systems are recoverable. Involves maintaining and testing business continuance strategies and procedures; recommend and implement security structures necessary to protect the corporation's system resources
• User Support Assist in providing technical assistance and support to users of the corporation's computing environment, including desktop/laptop, printer, blackberry and phone systems support
• Document methodologies, issues and solutions

Requirements:
A Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or the equivalent with three or more years of experience in a systems integration environment, 2+ years of solid database administration experience. Excellent interpersonal skills are a necessity for this role. Experience with network topologies will be useful. Prior experience in front office equity buy side environment with experience in fund management, order management and trading applications is a plus, but not required.

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Senior Business Analyst Derivatives

Full time position at investment firm in Boston

Description
Reporting to the Business Analyst Manager, Derivatives Program Management Office, the incumbent is accountable for completing multiple business initiatives as assigned by the Business Analyst Manager to identify, document, analyze and provide solutions related to complex processing, service and/or technical improvement opportunities.


Responsibilities include:
Work with the Business Analyst Manager and senior management to define and manage the scope, strategy and requirements of business initiatives with specific emphasis on creating integrated strategic solutions.
Identify and document complex operational business issues and facilitate development of creative solutions involving workflow procedures and/or new technologies that are consistent with business long-term strategic plans. Provide recommendations to the Business Analyst Manager.
Document and execute Business Test plans and cases for business issues in a timely fashion
Provide results and recommendations to the Business Analyst Manager.
Consult with management on business planning, direction and identifying opportunities to reduce expenses and improve efficiencies


Qualifications:
Bachelor's Degree required.
Minimum 4-6 years of progressive business analysis experience involving Derivatives. This would include specific instruments such as Interest Rate Derivatives, Currency Swaps, FX and Forwards.
Strong knowledge of the clients' business operations and issues, along with a strong understanding of the Company's various businesses and an awareness of current issues.
Highly Developed understanding of derivative applications within the Investment division and outside the firm.
Has moderate to in-depth knowledge of derivative applications and or business units
Excellent analytical and diagnostic skills with knowledge and understanding of process design, analytical and productivity improvement methodologies.
Solid interpersonal skills and expert

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

AVS / Findur Developer

Full time position
Downtown Boston location

Description
The incumbent will be part of a development team supporting Financial Derivatives applications within the Investments Division. This person will work with business, operations and systems teams to drive optimal solutions that are aligned with business/systems architecture while providing industry best practices and regulatory mandates to the solutions. An ideal candidate will possess hands on development experience with OpenLink AVS and/or Java/C#, hands on experience with database and SQL queries, strong systems analysis skills and knowledge of financial and accounting systems.


Responsibilities will include:
Develop business process automation solutions using the OpenLink Findur toolkit.
Build and maintain batch jobs and reports using the OpenLink AVS scripting language as well as find avenues to re-engineer AVS scripts using Java/C#.
Provide technical support for day to day operations of OpenLink Findur Derivatives System.
Build complex SQL queries and look for ways to make database queries more efficient.
Play a key role in design, development, testing and implementation phases of various strategic initiatives within the Investments Division.
Establish good working relationships with technology and operations teams, business partners, and shared services teams within the company.
Understand business needs and regulatory requirements and identify business process automation solutions to improve operational efficiency and to ensure that proper controls are in place.
Follow established coding standards, release and compliance processes along with required documentation, and version control process.

Required Skills and Experience
University degree (Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent)
At least 5 years of hands-on financial and/or accounting application development experience.
Solid experience with OpenLink Endur/Findur and AVS Scripting is strongly preferred.
Experience with data modeling, SQL queries and stored procedure is a must.
Comprehensive working knowledge for both Windows and UNIX server environments.
Skilled in IBM Rational ClearCase, CVS or Subversion Version Control.
Ability to work in a globally distributed team is a must.


Desired Skills
Strong background in C, C++, Java or C# is a huge plus.
Experience with Sybase and/or MS SQL Server is preferred.
Skilled in Informatica is desirable but not a must.
FINDUR, Summit, Murex, Calypso or similar derivatives application knowledge is preferred.
Working knowledge of agile development methodology is desirable but not a must.

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Charles River Application Support Analyst

Full time, permanent position in Boston
In person interviews required.

Client specializes in index-oriented and alternative investments for institutional clients.

The CRD Application Support Analyst to serve as a technical and business liaison between our business users and technology teams.

Principal Role and Responsibilities:

Provide front-line application support for proprietary and 3rd party applications
Monitor scheduled application batch processing jobs and resolve issues
Work closely with fund managers, traders and application development team to determine opportunities to automate business processes and functions
Posses strong knowledge of systems analysis, design, development, quality assurance, and integration methodologies
Translate high level business requirements into written functional specification and manage changes to those specifications
Participate in setup and configuration of new and existing applications
Assist with end-user testing
Assist in requirements gathering for new or existing applications

Requirements

4+ years of IT work experience
Bachelors degree required; technical major preferred
2+ years of hands-on experience working with, configuring and day to day management of Charles River order management system
Experience finding and resolving technical problems, with strong troubleshooting and general problem-solving abilities, and ability to learn new technologies without formal training
Solid understanding of relational databases with demonstrable SQL experience
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Prior experience in change management functions including release testing, software configuration and deployment is a plus, but not a requirement


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Java / J2EE Developer

Full time position
Webster MA location



Design, develop and maintain complex application systems working both individually and within a team environment. The Java / J2EE Developer (Systems Analyst) will ensure that department standards and quality control processes are upheld, and company needs are satisfied.

Experience with the following required:
* Minimum 2-4 years programming in Java5/J2EE web development or demonstrable knowledge of Java5/J2EE web development.
* Proficiency with JSP, HTML, Javascript and experience with OO development concepts
* JSTL, AJAX
* Tomcat or other Application Server experience

Experience with the following preferred:
* Database concepts, JDBC and SQL native stored procedures for database connectivity/access

Experience with the follow is "a plus":
* Oracle knowledge
* Web Application implementation experience with Spring, JSF or Struts is desirable.
* XML



Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Oracle PL/SQL developer

Webster MA location
This is a full time, permanent position.


This open position is for an experienced Oracle PL/SQL developer who has successfully worked on large complex projects and has demonstrated strong communication, leadership and time management skills. This individual needs to be able to work on tasks independently and mentor less experienced developers.

Primary responsibility for this position are:

Work within a large scale project team on the implementation of an enterprise wide system.
Primary focus will be to build or modify PL/SQL programs to support project implementation.
Adhere to aggressive project timelines.
Adhere to IT Development standards and practices.
Complete all required documentation necessary for code design, construction and testing.
Work closely with the project team.
Work through requirements with business analysts and business users when necessary.


Skill Sets:
Oracle PL/SQL programmer with 5 plus years experience on Oracle 10.x or above.
Java experience preferred
CVS (Code management systems) experience preferred
AIX platform experience a plus
Data Warehousing experience a plus
ETL experience a plus
FoxPro experience a plus
Insurance background a plus

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

AVS Endur Developer

Permanent position in Boston
Visa transfers are allowed


Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

* Technical development knowledge or experience supporting some/all of the following applications preferred:

Openlink’s Endur - Trading and Risk Management Application – AVS, .NET, Java

Ventyx – product suite consisting of various applications – nMarket, Offer Mgr, Portfolio Mgr, Velocity Suite

Data Acquisition – Logical Information Machines (LIM), and other 3rd party data provider solutions

Data Integration, Data Warehousing and Reporting – Informatica ETL, Oracle, Business Objects

Database Querie Tools – Transact SQL, PL/SQL

Project Governance Tools – HP, Remedy, Sharepoint, Microsoft Project

* Must possess strong technical architecture skills, with the ability to work independently while remaining closely tied with organizational goals and objectives.
* Strong Project Management skills. Professional certifications are preferred, not required. The candidate must be familiar with the basic processes of project management and be able to adhere and enforce these processes.
* Build strong relationships with technical and consulting partners. Must have strong communications and listening skills.
* Cognitive and analytical skills; ability to correlate interdepen

Required:

* Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Sciences, Engineering or related technical field. Equivalent related technical experience may be substituted.
* 5 to 7 years work experience in a technical discipline, preferably supporting one of the following business types: Energy, Commodities, Finance, Risk Management, or related field.
* Demonstrated experience managing IT projects.



Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Senior Winforms Developer

Long term contract with potential contract to hire

Position Overview:

We are looking for a Senior Software Developer to create innovative solutions for our investment divisions. You will provide development and support in all areas of the investment process, including research, portfolio construction and optimization, pre and post trade analytics, trading, middle and back office. You will be working with data and research departments, implementing a wide variety of applications, from research and portfolio analysis to trade resolution.


Responsibilities:

Work closely with business users, research analysts, portfolio managers and traders to identify areas where technology could be leveraged to enhance the investment process and achieve superior results
Propose and design technical solutions
Implement applications based on the solutions proposed and work closely with users to test and integrate the applications into the current production environment
Support the applications developed

Skills:

College degree required
Minimum 7-10 years experience developing Windows applications in C#
Experience as architect or lead developer for Windows applications
Strong WinForms
WP, WCF, WPF are also keys
Minimum 2 years experience with database development for Microsoft SQL Server
Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server Integration Services, Reporting Services or Analysis Services
Minimum 2 years experience developing applications in Java or Matlab are a plus
Self-starter, able to work as part of a small team as well as independently, with minimal supervision
Excellent communication skills – both written and oral
Must be detail-oriented and able to prioritize work and effectively manage multiple tasks
Mathematics or other analytical background would be a plus
Working on asset allocation, risk analytics, quantitative or hedge applications are plus’s
Experience with Gemfire would be a plus

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Eagle PACE developer with Oracle

This is a one year contract position in Boston
Phone interview followed by in person interview.

Basic Purpose:

Work with business analysts on PACE related projects. Creates programs that satisfy every requirement listed in the functional specifications document and follows standard coding practices. Clearly documents each coding change made to new and existing routines.


Primary Responsibilities:

Work with business analysts to map out and document technical requirements
Interpret written business requirements and technical specification documents
Perform coding to written technical specifications
Develop and execute unit testing procedures
Easily recognize system deficiencies and implement effective solutions
Work with development group to ensure that all design questions (e.g., application security, data feeds, etc.) are addressed through the business analysis process
Support project tracking and monitoring
Perform maintenance programming and correction of identified defects
Comply with Sarbanes-Oxley and other regulatory requirements
Take on other software development group responsibilities as assigned


Job Requirements:

1. A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or IT related discipline is desirable
2. Minimum of two years demonstrated experience with Ab Initio
3. Experience with PL SQL language a plus
4. Knowledge of Eagle PACE data hub product a plus
5. Knowledge of database, system design, and technical architecture concepts
6. Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle and different development models
7. Ability to code software according to published standards and design guidelines
8. Flexible attitude and ability to perform under pressure
9. A commitment to quality and a thorough approach to the work
10. Ability to work well within a team

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Charles River Compliance BA

Long term contract position in Boston
In person interview required

Job Description

Candidate will be working as part of the Trading Systems Team, working with the CRD design/architecture team to asses the CRD Compliance system in preparation for an upcoming implementation. The CRD Compliance system works with the IMS System to make sure that trades are compliant with business standards and regulations. Candidate both business and hands on technical experience with the system, the ability to install the system in a testing environment, and provide expertise knowledge on implementation and support of the system.

Job Requirements

· 5+ years experience as a BA or BSA in financial services industry
· 2+ with implementation/support of CRD Compliance System
· Working knowledge of compliance workflows and some rules

Knowledge of the following:
· Fixed Income
· Bond Trading (process of buying/selling bonds)
· Swaps - Interest Rate Swaps (IRS), Credit Default Swaps (CDS), Total Return Swaps (TRS)
· SQL Server 2005
· Undergraduate degree in technology discipline or equivalent experience
· GREAT communication skills

Additionally candidates with similar systems experience such as Eagle PACE or Sentinel will be viewed favorably.

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Performance Business Systems Analyst

Long term contract in Boston

Performance Business Analyst
Boston MA
6-12 months duration
phone and face to face

Strong Performance measurement, Risk Analysis experience and SQL

· 5 to 7 years business systems analysis experience.

· Experience with performance measurement, attribution and risk analytics.

· Good knowledge of SQL, ability to perform detailed analysis on existing data bases and to use SQL to model data required for reporting, UI screens or in calculations.

· Strong knowledge of Excel, ability to model complex calculations and business rules related to performance and risk analytics.

· Experience with conceptual data modeling techniques, data analysis and the documentation of data conversion requirements between systems.

· Strong analytical skills required, including a thorough understanding of how to interpret customer business needs and translate them into application and operational requirements.

· Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to interact professionally with a diverse group consisting of executives, managers, and subject matter experts.

· Strong process orientation as well as meeting facilitation skills to drive progress throughout the requirements development process

· Ability to work independently with users to define concepts and to complete project tasks under direction of project managers and the ability to engage in multiple initiatives simultaneously.

· Certificate Investment in Investment Performance Management (CIPM) or Chartered Financial Analyst (CFA) or progress towards these certifications is desirable.

Skills and Competencies:

· Extremely strong interpersonal, interviewing, and listening skills

· Proven ability to work directly with the business community, handle demanding user groups, and communicate with internal clients.

· Writing skills, capability to communicate information effectively and provide quality documentation of processes.

· Organizational skills, strong attention to detail, ability to prioritize multiple tasks, handle diverse situations, set goals, and meet deadlines

· Ability to learn new business concepts, project methodologies, systems, and software independently and quickly


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Eagle Pace Developer

Downtown Boston Location

Our client has a need for an Eagle PACE developer on an open ended contract or as a permanent employee

Need strong Uploaders/Exports form Eagle PACE
SQL Server knowledge and understanding including DTS packages is a big plus
Client is on Eagle PACE v9

BIG Plus*s

Eagle;s SRM - Security Reference Manager
Eagle*s Pricing module
Exp with Eagle PACE and Datamart (with SQL Server)

Immediate interviews and start dates.

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Senior QA Analyst

Downtown Boston location
Permanent position

The Sr. QA Analyst will work with the QA Manager as a two person QA Team. Strong QTP skills are a must. Very strong Automated Testing preferably in a Financial Services environment is required.

Requirements - QTP, automation
Preferred - Financial Services


JOB SUMMARY
We are looking for a Senior QA Engineer with expertise in developing and implementing QA Processes, software lifecycle, testing methodology, test automation, defect tracking & test estimation & planning for clients and projects. Ability to apply technology and business knowledge to solve business problems and create new business opportunities. Candidate will provide techno-functional leadership and help build internal competency within the company. Will establish and build relationships with clients, applying knowledge to the business and providing personalized, value-added service.

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

Oversee and take part in the planning, estimation and implementation of QA frameworks to ensure quality, timely delivery to our clients.
Define and articulate the value of each phase of Testing to clients and team
Leverage knowledge of manual/Automation and Defect tracking tools to help in proper tool selection and set-up
Ensure that QA best practices are followed diligently.


JOB REQUIREMENTS

· Bachelor’s degree required
· 8-10+ years of QA and Program Management experience
· QA lead, able to define overall QA approach, structure and build the team, ensure proper execution
· Knowledge/experience in QA Processes, software lifecycle, testing methodology, test automation, defect tracking & test estimation & planning
· Experience in QA tools, packages and methodologies
· Ability to effectively work as a part of a larger project team with clients and competing vendors
· Commodities and/or ETRM knowledge a plus
· Frequent travel may be required

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Performance Systems Analyst

Full time, permanent position at an asset management firm in Boston.

Position Overview:

The Performance Systems Analyst will be a member of the Information Technology team but work closely with several teams throughout the organization including Performance and Attribution group, Marketing, Client Service, Portfolio Construction; main responsibilities include support and management of the performance and attribution systems. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in project management, international investment, and portfolio performance combined with excellent analytical, communication, and technology skills.

Responsibilities:

Ensure prompt, accurate calculation and reporting for all composites, as well as other performance related data for a variety of purposes. Specific responsibilities include:

• Maintain composites in multiple systems (performance and attribution related)
• Run and analyze attributions in multiple platforms (Factset, StatPro, BARRA, Proprietary Factor Attribution System)
• Participate in the planning, testing, and deployment of releases and upgrades of Operations and Performance applications.
• Lead components of major initiatives
• Gather user and system requirements, develop specifications for Operations and Performance systems (such as the integration of the portfolio system with other applications) Conduct business and systems requirements analysis, data mapping, and data conversion analysis
• Analyze workflows, processes and procedures
• Develop and test new group processes and technology solutions
• Work with Performance and Attribution group to further improve processes and streamline workflow

Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s Degree in Finance, Economics, Mathematics or other financial/information systems related degree
• At least 3 years of experience in performance measurement and/or information technology
• Strong knowledge of SQL
• Ability to write/amend Microsoft Excel macros
• Prior knowledge of BARRA, StatPro, FactSet, GIPS, DSTi, Bloomberg, Reuters desired
• CFA or CIPM, or demonstrated progress towards one, is a plus
• Be well organized, flexible, and able to work independently as well as in a team environment
• Extremely strong analytical skills, attention to detail and quality
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to lead project meetings with users.
• Ability to effectively handle multiple priorities
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to adapt to a fast-paced, ever-changing environment
• Demonstrate high commitment to meeting deadlines and exceeding expectations

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Investment Operations Engineer

Full time, permanent position at an asset management firm in Boston.

Position overview

This position has development and maintenance responsibility for the software programs and processes associated with our investment operations support team. This would include support for a broad range of applications, including those for accounting, reconciliation, trade settlement, cash management, corporate action processing, performance measurement, client reporting, and client billing. This role reports to a Development Team Leader and is a member of the Information Technology team. The position has exposure to many business units in a dynamic investment management firm. The position requires some direct interaction with end users and requires excellent analytical and communication skills.


Responsibilities

Take responsibility for the maintenance of software programs used by the operations group.
Develop loaders for new sources of investment data, using a combination of C#/VB programs, Microsoft Data Transformation Services, and SQL Server Integration Services
Assist with various application enhancement requests
Continue development of reporting solutions to meet internal and external business and client requirements.
Maintain, enhance and develop new stored procedures within SQL Server and Sybase environments.
Work collaboratively with Operations and IT staff and with business units across the firm
Research, resolve, and document production issues and work with appropriate teams to resolve the problem.

Qualifications

B.S. in computer science or equivalent a strong plus
Minimum 5 years software development experience
3 or more years experience with software development in a financial services environment a strong plus
Must be skilled in Visual Studio (C#, ASP.NET, Visual Basic)
Must be skilled in SQL
Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services or Crystal Reports desirable
Outstanding analytical and quantitative skills
Strong interpersonal/communication skills
Strong organization skills and detail-oriented
Good teamwork skills
Familiarity with investment operations and transaction processing a plus

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

SQL Server DBA

Two positions, one is a Full Time permanent position and the otehr is an open ended contract
Downtown Boston location


Overview:
Reporting to the Database Manager, the Senior DBA would be aligned with a development and business division and act as the liaison, providing superior database support, direction and solutions for new and ongoing initiatives. Areas of support/solutions include implementing best practices, performance tuning, problem resolution, environment buildout and database maintenance. The Senior DBA will also be an integral part of the DBA team responsible for project delivery, and contribute to the future vision of the department.

Primary Responsibilities
· Manage a production environment consisting of 300+ databases, and 50+ production SQL Server’s, most of which are read-intensive databases with a large data load cycle while some are OLTP-based mission critical trading systems

· Manage HA and DR solutions including MS Cluster Server, Database Mirroring, Log Shipping and SQL Replication

· Assist in the development of a GDOC (Global Database Operations Center) where our systems will be monitored via 3rd party products, in-house scripts and a operational dashboard

· Manage the database security models, both in-house developed as well as Windows Auth (AD) based security.

· Leverage 3rd party tools (e.g. Red-Gate, Idera) or in-house developed tools to troubleshoot

· Safeguard our production systems by implementing the right security policies as well as managing the MS service pack/hotfix deployment process

· Resolve blocking and deadlocking issues, high CPU / memory, analyze job timeouts, ETL loader performance problems.

· Manage database maintenance jobs to ensure optimal performance and data availability.

· Define and enforce database standards, best practices, methodologies, processes and procedures

· Assist in the build out of our SQL Server Analysis Services 2005/2008 (SSAS) OLAP databases

· Provide development and production support for complex SSIS packages

· Architect and implement reports within SSRS 2005/2008

· Research new technologies to enhance performance, heighten security, ensure uptime, automate common/redundant administrative duties


Mandatory Requirements
· An average of 5-6+ years Database Administration

· Knowledge of the financial industry is preferred

· Experience with managing and implementing High Availability (HA) solutions for SQL Server 2005/2008

· Experience with managing and implementing DR solutions for SQL Server 2005/2008 (e.g. DB Mirroring, SAN replication, etc)

· Database monitoring software (e.g. Idera, HP Openview, SiteScope, etc) and advanced monitoring techniques

· Experience with VLDB’s - 100+ GB databases, hundreds of DB’s in a highly transactional environment

· Well versed in query performance analysis, improvements and troubleshooting performance degradation

· Experience with resolving complex blocking and deadlocking issues and automated ways of doing so

· Strong knowledge of SQL Server internals and performance tuning methodologies

· Experience with security as it pertains to databases (permissions, users, roles, policies, etc)

· Experience writing comprehensive and descriptive documentation

· Understanding of the database development lifecycle, including database creation, table design, etc.

· Familiar with ETL tools and processes, primarily with SSIS 2005/2008, Informatica, DTS

· Experience supporting the development and deployment of complex SSIS packages

· Experience with architecting and implementing reports within SQL Server Reporting Services 2005/2008

· Experience in the management of OLAP databases, most specifically with SSAS 2005/2008

· Solid grasp of primarily T-SQL


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Derivatives Developer

Contract position in Boston at a financial firm
Working on a large derivatives project
Derivatives knowledge is a must

Java is preferred development language but will consider candidates with C++

Derivative Products: Swaps (IRS, CCS, CDS, TRS, Equity), Futures, FX
Industry Experience: Middle Office, Back Office, Front Office, Pricing, Insurance industry hedging, other Derivatives accounting Apps (Calypso, Murex, etc.)

Technical Skills: Findur//Endur/AVS, C, SQL, Java, Reuters/Tibco Messaging or similar, UNIX/KSH, DBs: Sybase, SQL Server, Oracle

Soft Skills: Independent, good communication

Pluses: Informatica, ClearCase. Control-M, ESP, .NET, Swapswire, RediPlus, Swiskey, working with offshore.

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Support Engineer - Financial Applications

Full time position in Boston
Hours are from 6 am – 3pm on all US trading days

Client is a Boston based, 40+ person firm that specializes in managing alternative and index-oriented investments for institutional clients. They are currently seeking a Support Engineer to serve as a technical liaison between the business users and the Development team and Systems team. The person filling this role will work directly with traders, fund managers and research personnel to resolve technology problems. Additionally, the role will involve change management functions including release testing and software configuration and deployment.

Principal Role and Responsibilities:

This is a multi-function job role that requires time to be split between production support and systems maintenance.

Production Support

• Provide support for our various trading, fund management, and investment decision applications
• Monitor applications for production issues. Help troubleshoot any production issues that arise
• Participate in setup and configuration of new and existing applications
• Serves as initial point of escalation for all technology related issues
• On-call responsibilities
• Document issues and solutions
• Support hours are from 6 am – 3pm on all US trading days

Systems Maintenance

• Involved in all aspects of change management, including emergency production testing and change deployment as well as regularly scheduled software and data changes
• Assist with end-user testing
• Manage code deployment cycles
• Manage production accounts on Linux, Windows and SQL Server accounts
• Assist with production contingency planning and testing

Requirements

• 3+ years of IT work experience
• Prior experience in front office equity buy side environment, with experience in fund management and trading applications; any experience with Order Management Systems such as Charles River, Macgregor, etc would be a plus
• Demonstrable Unix scripting experience
• Solid technical understanding of databases and with demonstrable SQL experience; SQL Server preferred
• Some programming skills; Java and R preferred
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Experience finding and resolving technical problems
• Strong troubleshooting and general problem-solving abilities
• Bachelors degree required; technical major preferred


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Desktop Support

Full time position at a financial firm in Boston


Reporting to the Desktop Lead, this position is part of the IT Infrastructure group. The Desktop Engineer has primary responsibility for the configuration, and operational management of all desktops, mobile devices, and various desktop applications, and works closely with the Service Desk and Systems teams to resolve issues in a timely manner.

Primary Responsibilities:

Hardware

Desktop and laptop hardware support
General Hardware Inventory control (Desktops, laptops, printers, phones, PDA's and wireless devices)
Loaner/Training laptop inventory, build, deploy and support
Remote support of devices that can connect to the network to be used for VPN or Citrix access
Desktop hardware procurement
Hardware Recycling
Hardware proof of concept research
Desktop, laptop, PDA, printer and phone deployment
Computer and telephone moves
Hardware refresh\repurposing
Network patching and 1st level support
Warranty repair through Dell

Software

Desktop and laptop software support
Virtual machine configuration and support
Bloomberg installation and support
Laptop encryption and decryption
Software distributions through Altiris
Work with developers for requirements to deploy a package
Create automated scripts
Desktop system builds (Imaging with Acronis and Altiris)
Desktop backups and restores
Desktop software procurement
Citrix support
System Administration

New hire setup
Create, delete, and manage accounts in AD
Manage Citrix desktop connections
Assign permissions to and configure wireless connections
Manage remote access accounts
ActiveSync account administration - Norman Lallier
Exchange administration and 1st level support
Printers

Printer maintenance and support
Print Server Administration - Bob Ross
Create, update, and remove printer queues, update drivers, create sharing security
Blackberry

Purchase, manage, and support Blackberry devices - Norman Lallier (Primary)
BES account administration - Norman Lallier (Primary)
Manage accounts through Verizon and AT&T
Monthly review of accounts\billing
Other

Conference support - Audio and Video
Conference Tech support
Includes room, laptop, printing, and wireless support, meetings involved in planning the event
Working with the hotel and hired production company.
Making yourself available during the day to clients and guests for a myriad of needs.
Pre conference and post conference board meetings.
Liaison between service desk and other teams - Many problems routed to desktop for diagnosis before escalation to server, network, telecom, security, DBA or developer teams.
Ad hoc research requests

Mandatory requirements:

Undergraduate degree in technology discipline or equivalent experience
MCSE Certification
5+ years experience in the financial services industry

Skills:

Experience working with IP networking, networking protocols and understanding of security related technologies including encryption, IPsec, PKI, VPNs, firewalls, proxy services, DNS, electronic mail and access-lists
Experience working with Cisco security appliances, routers, and switches
Experience with Juniper SSL VPN and Firewalls
Familiarity with Active Directory
Excellent, proven troubleshooting skills
Experience supporting market data services (Reuters, Bloomberg, FactSet)

Experience working with relevant operating system security (Windows, Linux, etc.)
Strong written and verbal communications and interpersonal skills
Must exhibit a team-oriented approach

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

eLearning Instructional Designer

Full time, permanent position
Location: Waltham, MA

As an e-learning instructional designer, your responsibilities would include:

* Creating e-learning modules from start to finish—planning, designing, storyboarding, and scripting—using e-learning tools such as Captivate and Lectora
* Interacting with a wide range of subject matter experts (engineers, business professionals, and managers) to thoroughly research and learn about software provided to our clients
* Working hands-on with the software in order to write clear, concise, and easy-to-follow instructions to explain complex concepts
* Managing the flow of projects from inception through delivery

The ideal candidate would also meet the following requirements:

* Experience with researching and selecting appropriate software tools for planned projects
* Knowledge of adult learning principles
* Experience with writing reference sheets, online help, user guides, tutorials, and other instructional materials for end users
* Comfort with creating new processes, championing new projects, and working on multiple large projects simultaneously
* A commitment to being persistent and paying attention to the details
* Demonstrated ability to be flexible and embrace changes in project scope and schedule
* At least one year of experience with instructional design, a plus
* Knowledge of financial concepts and experience with financial software, a plus
* Experience with podcasts, a plus

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Systems Designer - Senior Developer

Full time permanent position in Boston


This is a senior developer position in the Front Office Team supporting US Fixed Income investment operations.

The role offers the opportunity to work directly and in collaboration with the key business stakeholders involved in sourcing and managing new public and private fixed income investments.

A strong business focus, familiarity with investment processes and terminology, a desire to interact with business clients, and excellent communication skills are essential.

A strong business focus, familiarity with investment processes and terminology, strong working knowledge of SQL Server, Access, VBA, VB.net, Clearcase, SLDC, and excellent communication skills are essential.

Responsibilities include:
• Translate business user requests for information and technical support services into systems requirements.
• Review, analyze, design and develop analytical decision support software tools to advance fixed income portfolio management activities, in adherence with established SDLC and SQA methodologies.
• Produce detailed specifications for development, testing and implementation of bond calculations based on key fixed income risk measures, including average life, duration, yield, and OAS.
• Integrate internally developed applications with vendor products (e.g. Bloomberg, FT Interactive) to support a variety of business processes, including bond pricing, cash flow projection, compliance monitoring, and CBO modeling.
• Work with business partners and other systems resources to understand requirements in order to formulate effective designs and code.
• Design, code and test maintenance work requests and enhancements for key Investment systems.
• Provide post implementation support for all deliverables, as well as production support for systems.
• Follow IT processes, including configuration management, in order to produce quality, timely deliverables and IT solutions for business partners.

Requirements

Requirements include outstanding computer skills along with 5-7 years of relevant experience, ideally with an investment bank or asset management firm. Top-notch organization skills, communication skills and leadership skills necessary. The incumbent must enjoy accepting challenges and persist until the goals are achieved. They must also be a self starter and be able to think outside the box when faced with complex, technical and business challenges.

• Knowledge of the Securities industry
• Proficient in SQL, SQL Server 7, Sybase, MS Access, Visual Basic
• Ability to allocate time efficiently; handle multiple demands and competing priorities.
• Thorough knowledge and understanding of system design.
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable when dealing with change.
• Strong problem solving skills and analytical ability.
• Able to grasp new concepts and information quickly
• Able to work well independently, as well as with others as part of a team
• Knowledge of IT infrastructure and procedures for managing change
• Customer service & business partner orientation

Helpful:
• Experience in UNIX, Oracle and Informatica
• Experience in Business Objects and ClearCase.
• Architecture experience is highly desired
• Experience in supporting Investment systems, particularly portfolio analysis functions


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

OMS Implementation Specialist

Downtown Boston financial client is looking for a long term contractor to assist in a Linedata implementation. Candidates with experience implementing ANY OMS will be considered.

Department Profile:

The Research Systems Group provides development and support to various Investment Divisions in all areas of the investment process, including research, portfolio construction and optimization, pre and post trade analytics, trading, middle and back office.

Position Overview:

Client is looking to fill a contract position for an Implementation Specialist. The ideal person will have hands-on experience with implementing Order Management Systems, experience working on Equity Trading and Compliance projects, an understanding of project management, and a good mix of business knowledge and technology skills. The ideal person will report to the project manager and share responsibility for various aspects of the implementation. The ideal person will help define requirements, configure the application, train users, test workflows and resolve any issues before go live. The person will work closely with the project manager, highlighting issues, scope changes, and progress against the budget and schedule. The expected contact duration is six months.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Finance, Information Technology, Computer Science or a related field.
• Required: Prior principal experience implementing investment management software, preferably order management systems. Ideally, several prior engagements.
• An understanding of project management, timelines, scope, and budgets.
• Strong analytical and communication skills
• Strong trouble-shooting skills
• A good understanding of SQL and relational databases
• An understanding of .NET development and n-tier architected systems on Windows Servers
• LineData LVTS, Charles River, LatentZero or similar a plus.



Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

Equity Trading Systems Developer

Contract, contract-to-hire, and permanent candidates will be considered.


Department Profile:

The IT-Research Systems Group provides development and support to various Investment Divisions in all areas of the investment process, including research, portfolio construction and optimization, pre and post trade analytics, trading, middle and back office.

Position Overview:

Client is looking to fill an open development position on the Trading Systems team. The ideal candidate will be a self-directed, mid to senior level software development professional that has a clear track record of productive contributions to the delivery of successful custom development projects dealing with equity trading. The candidate should be able to communicate and collaborate in a team setting with other developers, analysts, project managers, and end-users. Frequent interaction with traders, analysts, and portfolio managers may be required.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and test multiple .NET applications as part of a trading systems implementation and integration project.
• Work closely with the project team to understand requirements and ensure that requirements are satisfied. The team consists of technical, project management and trading professionals.
• Provide any technical expertise for the trading systems implementation and integration project.

Desired Skills and Experience:

• 5 years .NET development experience
• 3-5 yrs development experience in MSFT SQL Server 2005 (2008 a plus)
• Experience with WCF, WPF, LINQ, XML, and MSMQ a plus
• LineData LVTS, Charles River, XIP, LatentZero or similar a plus
• InfoReach, FlexTrade, Portware, EMSX or similar a plus.
• Java, perl, kdb+, wombat, data cache/fabric technology all a plus.

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.

ASP.NET/VB.NET Developer

Full time position at financial firm in Waltham, MA

2-8 years of experience in middle tier .NET development

DEVELOPER

The Development department creates, builds, and maintains software applications to help everyone associated with company work more efficiently.

As a developer, your responsibilities would include:
• Enhancing and developing applications for our internal staff, as well as our advisors, relying primarily on Microsoft technologies
• Being involved with all aspects of the development process, from application design to coding, testing, and rollout

The ideal candidate would also meet the following requirements:
• At least 2–3 years’ programming experience in Microsoft technologies
• A minimum of 1 year of experience with ASP.NET/ VB.NET
• Experience with SQL/relational databases
• Solid communication skills
• A strong work ethic
• Financial services industry experience, a plus



Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402

SQL Implementation Manager

Full time position at a financial firm 15 minutes West of Boston.

Summary:
Project owner and lead of a SQL 2000 to SQL 2008 migration targeted for 2010. Act as a SQL liaison between the production technology team and the New Technology team and will work in close alliance with the Development, QA, Infrastructure, IT Production and Helpdesk support teams in providing service excellence and platform insight to enhance the efficiency, integrity, safety and soundness of our SQL systems. Develop administrative as well as optimization and monitoring efficiencies in all SQL platforms. Visual FoxPro (VFP) experience is preferred.


Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

Ownership of upgrading our existing SQL 2000 platforms (Production, DEV, QA, UAT, Train) to SQL 2008.
Formulation of monitoring, optimization and capacity planning of all RPS SQL instances
Provide guidance on managing database growth and database indexing and general SQP environment health
Troubleshoot production issues, provide expedited resolution and 24 x 7 support for mission critical systems
Assist with and develop ETL processes and data warehouse development
Work with key vendors (EMC, Microsoft) to identify problems and propose solutions
Lead weekly Core/New technology team “SQL Forum” where common challenges are discussed
Manage SQL DBA
Assist Core and New Technology teams on VFP to SQL table migrations
Develop an audit-proof SQL Security methodology and policy, using ADS best practices
Create a library of SQL documentation
Review and provide recommendations to change control and SQL source code management practices
Evaluate new technologies and recommend appropriate solutions to support company products and services
Collaborate with users and domain experts. Strive for establishing a high-level of trust & credibility


Job Requirements :

10+ years MS SQL Administration: expertise in MS SQL server 2000, 2005 and 2008
Demonstrated experience with a SQL 2000 to SQL 2008 migration
Experience with Windows Active Directory, and SQL security integration
Experience with SQL performance optimization on EMC or other enterprise storage systems
Experience with SQL Server Integration services and DTS
In depth understanding of SQL Server architecture, tools and security
Experience supporting systems that have high transaction rates, and large volumes of data
Hands on manager, potentially responsible for 2 -3 direct reports
Ability to multi-task and operate under tight deadlines and high profile situations
Excellent written and verbal communications
Will be required to occasionally works evenings, nights and weekends
Strong inclination towards knowledge exchange
Ability to work independently and on a team
Mastery of Microsoft Office
Visual FoxPro, .Net and Oracle experience a plus
Financial Industry experience preferred


Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402.

Eagle PACE SRM Business Analyst

Full time or long term contract

Overview:
Reporting to the manager of the Project Management/Business Analyst team within Investments Control, the PACE Business Analyst will focus on projects related to the Eagle Investment Systems PACE data warehousing system. This individual will be responsible for collaborating with all operational teams within the Investments Control Group to document business requirements while coordinating with Technology department. This position will also be responsible for overseeing operational projects, evaluating existing workflow, and coordinating projects that span across multiple teams. The position also includes supporting the needs of Investments Control and the investment divisions as they relate to operational systems/workflow and/or ad-hoc requests, and working with Investment Control managers to identify initiatives to improve efficiencies/capacity within systems, applications and workflow processes.

Primary Responsibilities:
• Develop a thorough understanding of all functions performed within the Investment Control Group
• Elicit the operational community’s requirement for enhancing existing systems and workflow
• Provide process and technology recommendation for improving efficiency or reducing risk associated with our operational environment
• Liaise with member of our IT staff to ensure project requirements are clearly documented and that initiatives are progressing as expected
• Develop/review business testing processes to ensure requirements are met and implementation risk is mitigated.
• Work with the business community to establish functional requirements for the warehouse, including data loading, data exports, data storage requirements, and reporting requirements
• Write business requirement documents to be utilized by our IT staff
• Provide timely updates on progress of assigned tasks to project manager
• Coordinate/execute QA test plans on behalf of the functional department within Investments Control
• Become a subject matter expert related systems integrated with the PACE warehouse

Required Skills:
• Expertise with Eagle Investment Systems – PACE, Security Reference Manager (SRM), and PACE Reporting
• SQL Querying Capabilities
• Understanding of Security Master and Transactions within PACE
• Familiar with Bloomberg, Reuters, IDC vendor files
• 5+ years experience with data warehousing concepts
• Experience writing Business Requirement Documents and QA Test Plans
• Independent thinking, decision-making, ability to work with various departments and strong work ethic are imperative
• Proven analytical skills and demonstrated ability to analyze process with a focus on development solutions which improve efficiency and/or reduce risk.
• Understanding of back office workflows, OTC and Exchange traded securities
• Posses strong project management skills

Mandatory requirements:
• Bachelor degree in business, finance, or a technology science discipline
• 5+ years experience in a Investment Operations or IT organization
• 5+ years experience in a business analyst role
• 5+ years experience in the financial services industry

Additional Skills and Competencies:
• Must be detail oriented with strong communication skills, both orally and written
• High energy and positive attitude- candidate should be conscientious, self-directed and posses a strong work ethic
• Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals, and meet deadlines
• Must be willing to take initiative and employ good follow-through skills
• Ability to learn new concepts, systems, and software independently and quickly
• Willingness to take initiative, seeing problems through to final completion.
• The ability handle diverse situations and rapidly changing priorities with deadlines
• Familiar with the investment manager business model (operations, technologies, investment group structure)

Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albert@collabstaff.com or via phone at 508-872-7402.