Contract or Perm position
Business Analyst (Basel)
Requirements:
· Capital Management and/or Corporate Treasury processes
· Regulatory experience (OCC/FDIC/FRB)
· Thorough knowledge of Basel I, 2, 3 and associated Pillars
· Technology background but not a technologist
· Strong BA skill set
· Ability to work in a highly matrixed organization
· Six Sigma Greenbelt/Blackbelt or Master Blackbelt
· Fluent in voice of customer, business requirements gathering, success metrics
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Friday, March 18, 2011
Eagle STAR Analyst
Full time position in Downtown Boston
Job Requirements
- Expert level experience with the Eagle STAR system.
- Solid understanding of fund accounting principles.
- Technical Experience Required:
o PL/SQL
o C++
o Oracle
o UNIX
- The ability to communicate effectively within a group setting is crucial.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills are necessary.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Job Requirements
- Expert level experience with the Eagle STAR system.
- Solid understanding of fund accounting principles.
- Technical Experience Required:
o PL/SQL
o C++
o Oracle
o UNIX
- The ability to communicate effectively within a group setting is crucial.
- Strong problem solving and critical thinking skills are necessary.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Wednesday, March 9, 2011
PL/SQL Developer
Contract position at a well established investment firm in Boston
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:
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or IT related discipline is desirable
Minimum of four years demonstrated experience with PL-SQL
Knowledge of Eagle PACE data hub product a plus
Knowledge of database, system design, and technical architecture concepts
Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle and different development models
Ability to code software according to published standards and design guidelines
Flexible attitude and ability to perform under pressure
A commitment to quality and a thorough approach to the work
Ability to work well within a team
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
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:
A bachelor’s degree or equivalent in Computer Science or IT related discipline is desirable
Minimum of four years demonstrated experience with PL-SQL
Knowledge of Eagle PACE data hub product a plus
Knowledge of database, system design, and technical architecture concepts
Knowledge of Software Development Life Cycle and different development models
Ability to code software according to published standards and design guidelines
Flexible attitude and ability to perform under pressure
A commitment to quality and a thorough approach to the work
Ability to work well within a team
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Monday, February 21, 2011
.NET Financial Developer - Permanent Role
Software Engineer – Boston, MA
QUALIFICATIONS:
Full time, permanent position
• Experience/Expertise with .NET, C#, WCF, WPF, SQL.
• Experience/Expertise with Microsoft SQL Server, SSRS, SharePoint, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, as well as organizational, analytical, problem solving skills.
• Software Developer must be comfortable and effective working in both an independent and team-oriented environment.
Typical duties include:
• Working with business and systems users to understand and document requirements.
• Making technical assessments; developing and documenting technical solutions; and
explaining advantages, risks and alternatives.
• Designing, coding and verifying technical solutions.
• Providing time-sensitive support for mission-critical systems.
• Supporting production systems, guaranteeing high availability and reliability.
• Contributing and adhering to best practices throughout the software development life cycle.
• Estimating the level of effort required for projects and tasks.
• Participating in daily scrum and iteration planning activities.
• Participating in regular design and code reviews to ensure that designs are solid and
standards are followed.
*Preference given to candidates with experience in the financial services industry
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Full time, permanent position
• Experience/Expertise with .NET, C#, WCF, WPF, SQL.
• Experience/Expertise with Microsoft SQL Server, SSRS, SharePoint, etc.
• Excellent communication skills, as well as organizational, analytical, problem solving skills.
• Software Developer must be comfortable and effective working in both an independent and team-oriented environment.
Typical duties include:
• Working with business and systems users to understand and document requirements.
• Making technical assessments; developing and documenting technical solutions; and
explaining advantages, risks and alternatives.
• Designing, coding and verifying technical solutions.
• Providing time-sensitive support for mission-critical systems.
• Supporting production systems, guaranteeing high availability and reliability.
• Contributing and adhering to best practices throughout the software development life cycle.
• Estimating the level of effort required for projects and tasks.
• Participating in daily scrum and iteration planning activities.
• Participating in regular design and code reviews to ensure that designs are solid and
standards are followed.
*Preference given to candidates with experience in the financial services industry
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Software Developer - .NET Developer
Software Developer /.NET Developer – Boston, MA
6+ month contract position
Required Experience:
Our client is looking for seasoned software developers to contribute to an existing team located in the Boston area. The ideal candidate will not only be technical strong, but will contribute positively to the existing dynamic by using their problem solving skills and leveraging new technologies. These developers will be involved in the planning, design, development and testing of new features and functions. Experience with development languages such as C#, C++ and .NET are required, leveraging object oriented design and programming. Knowledge of SQL Server is also required for this role.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
6+ month contract position
Required Experience:
Our client is looking for seasoned software developers to contribute to an existing team located in the Boston area. The ideal candidate will not only be technical strong, but will contribute positively to the existing dynamic by using their problem solving skills and leveraging new technologies. These developers will be involved in the planning, design, development and testing of new features and functions. Experience with development languages such as C#, C++ and .NET are required, leveraging object oriented design and programming. Knowledge of SQL Server is also required for this role.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Fixed Income - C# Developer
Primary Responsibilities:- Order management system (C# and SQL Server)
- Portfolio analytics data warehouse (C#, Ruby and SQL Server)
- Outbound SWIFT message interface (Ruby and SQL Server)
- Inbound FIX interface (C# and SQL Server)
- Analyze and resolve production system issues independently or in conjunction with
business system analysts
- Maintain and enhance the existing code for all applications within the investment
systems group domain
Job Requirements:- Extensive knowledge of object-oriented design and programming
- Extensive experience in SQL Server programming (Transact-SQL)
- C# 3.5, .NET Framework 4.0, Entity Framework, and LINQ
- Ruby, code generation, and DSLs
- Relational data modeling
- Data warehousing and ETL
- Crystal Reports
- Version control software (particularly Subversion)
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and ability to communicate with
non-technical investment professionals
- Familiarity with investment, fixed income and financial markets preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Math, Engineering, or Sciences
preferred
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
- Portfolio analytics data warehouse (C#, Ruby and SQL Server)
- Outbound SWIFT message interface (Ruby and SQL Server)
- Inbound FIX interface (C# and SQL Server)
- Analyze and resolve production system issues independently or in conjunction with
business system analysts
- Maintain and enhance the existing code for all applications within the investment
systems group domain
Job Requirements:- Extensive knowledge of object-oriented design and programming
- Extensive experience in SQL Server programming (Transact-SQL)
- C# 3.5, .NET Framework 4.0, Entity Framework, and LINQ
- Ruby, code generation, and DSLs
- Relational data modeling
- Data warehousing and ETL
- Crystal Reports
- Version control software (particularly Subversion)
- Excellent communication and organizational skills and ability to communicate with
non-technical investment professionals
- Familiarity with investment, fixed income and financial markets preferred
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Math, Engineering, or Sciences
preferred
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Friday, February 18, 2011
QA Project Manager
Full time, permanent role in Boston
Our client in the Boston area is looking for a Quality Assurance (QA) Program Manager to oversee a large project. The ideal candidate will have experience leading, planning and coordinating schedules/activities surround application testing and internal QA resources, as well as writing test plans. This is not a hands on position, but it is preferrable that candidates come from a hands-on testing background. Experience leading a matrixed team of resources (on/offshore) is required.
Required Technical Skills include:
- Expertise with various QA strategies and methodologies
- Experience with infrastructure architecture.
- Experience working with various database environments (i.e. SQL Sever, Oracle).
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Our client in the Boston area is looking for a Quality Assurance (QA) Program Manager to oversee a large project. The ideal candidate will have experience leading, planning and coordinating schedules/activities surround application testing and internal QA resources, as well as writing test plans. This is not a hands on position, but it is preferrable that candidates come from a hands-on testing background. Experience leading a matrixed team of resources (on/offshore) is required.
Required Technical Skills include:
- Expertise with various QA strategies and methodologies
- Experience with infrastructure architecture.
- Experience working with various database environments (i.e. SQL Sever, Oracle).
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Java Web Developer - Boston, MA
Full time, permanent position at a financial client in Boston
Requirements:
Our client in the Boston area is looking for a Senior Web Developer to join their existing team. This candidate will be responsible for supporting their existing web applications and infrastructure. They will be tasked with analysis, documentation, design, coding, testing, etc. An ideal candidate will be able to work closely with the business users to come up with new ideas and solutions to ehance the existing web experience.
Technologies required include:
- Java, J2EE
- JBoss
- CSS, HTML, Javascript, XML, Ajax, Perl, etc.
- Apache web server
- SQL Server database environment
- Open source technologies
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Requirements:
Our client in the Boston area is looking for a Senior Web Developer to join their existing team. This candidate will be responsible for supporting their existing web applications and infrastructure. They will be tasked with analysis, documentation, design, coding, testing, etc. An ideal candidate will be able to work closely with the business users to come up with new ideas and solutions to ehance the existing web experience.
Technologies required include:
- Java, J2EE
- JBoss
- CSS, HTML, Javascript, XML, Ajax, Perl, etc.
- Apache web server
- SQL Server database environment
- Open source technologies
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Monday, February 14, 2011
Fidessa Developer
Full time, permanent role in Boston
Description
Applicant will be responsible for leading matrixed offshore development teams on a per project basis. Applicant will be engaged in all manner of software development with the Transition Management Solutions vertical, but with particular emphasis on Fidessa development and database development skill sets.
Qualifications
-B.S. or greater in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.
-Fidessa development experience of 5+ years.
-5+ years of development experience with Sybase and/or Oracle.
-Development experience with TCL, C#, Java, J2EE a plus.
-Experience with version control systems like CVS or ClearCase.
-Experience leading small development teams.
-Experience with offshore development teams a plus.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Description
Applicant will be responsible for leading matrixed offshore development teams on a per project basis. Applicant will be engaged in all manner of software development with the Transition Management Solutions vertical, but with particular emphasis on Fidessa development and database development skill sets.
Qualifications
-B.S. or greater in Computer Science, Engineering, Physics, or Mathematics.
-Fidessa development experience of 5+ years.
-5+ years of development experience with Sybase and/or Oracle.
-Development experience with TCL, C#, Java, J2EE a plus.
-Experience with version control systems like CVS or ClearCase.
-Experience leading small development teams.
-Experience with offshore development teams a plus.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Investment Systems Developer
Full time, permanent position in Boston
We are looking for an energetic individual with strong hands-on .Net programming and SQL database technical skills to join our Strategic Initiatives Group. This close knit team of twelve builds, manages and supports all technologies used across the firm. As a developer in this group, you will report directly to the head of development. You will design, build, enhance and support mission-critical systems to ensure customer satisfaction.
Summary of essential job functions
• Work with business analysts and end users to understand and document requirements.
• Make technical assessments; develop and document technical solutions; and explaining advantages, risks and alternatives.
• Design, code and verify technical solutions.
• Provide time-sensitive support for mission-critical systems.
• Support production systems to guarantee high availability and reliability.
• Contribute and adhere to best practices throughout the software development life cycle.
• Estimate the level of effort required for projects and tasks.
• Participate in daily scrum and iteration planning activities.
• Participate in regular design and code reviews to ensure that designs are solid and standards are followed.
Key Competencies
Required:
• 5+ years as a Software Developer developing multi-tiered applications using Microsoft technologies.
• Strong database expertise (3+ years) writing queries, stored procedures and table design.
• Strong design pattern and object oriented expertise (3+ years)
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in an independent, self-directed manner and to perform equally as well as part of a team.
• Drive, energy, enthusiasm, maturity and confidence.
• Passion for technology
Desired:
• Development experience using: C#, NET 3.5, WCF, WWF, T-SQL
• Development experience with Sybase or SQL Server.
• Exposure to fund accounting systems, trading systems, and/or analytics systems.
• Exposure to LatentZero, Portia, SalesLogix, Bloomberg, Point, or Intex
• SQL performance tuning and optimization
• Experience with SSRS and/or SharePoint
• Prior experience in financial services
Education Requirement
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field is a requirement.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
We are looking for an energetic individual with strong hands-on .Net programming and SQL database technical skills to join our Strategic Initiatives Group. This close knit team of twelve builds, manages and supports all technologies used across the firm. As a developer in this group, you will report directly to the head of development. You will design, build, enhance and support mission-critical systems to ensure customer satisfaction.
Summary of essential job functions
• Work with business analysts and end users to understand and document requirements.
• Make technical assessments; develop and document technical solutions; and explaining advantages, risks and alternatives.
• Design, code and verify technical solutions.
• Provide time-sensitive support for mission-critical systems.
• Support production systems to guarantee high availability and reliability.
• Contribute and adhere to best practices throughout the software development life cycle.
• Estimate the level of effort required for projects and tasks.
• Participate in daily scrum and iteration planning activities.
• Participate in regular design and code reviews to ensure that designs are solid and standards are followed.
Key Competencies
Required:
• 5+ years as a Software Developer developing multi-tiered applications using Microsoft technologies.
• Strong database expertise (3+ years) writing queries, stored procedures and table design.
• Strong design pattern and object oriented expertise (3+ years)
• Excellent organizational, analytical, problem solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in an independent, self-directed manner and to perform equally as well as part of a team.
• Drive, energy, enthusiasm, maturity and confidence.
• Passion for technology
Desired:
• Development experience using: C#, NET 3.5, WCF, WWF, T-SQL
• Development experience with Sybase or SQL Server.
• Exposure to fund accounting systems, trading systems, and/or analytics systems.
• Exposure to LatentZero, Portia, SalesLogix, Bloomberg, Point, or Intex
• SQL performance tuning and optimization
• Experience with SSRS and/or SharePoint
• Prior experience in financial services
Education Requirement
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering or related field is a requirement.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
SQL Architect - Norwalk, CT
SQL Architect
Responsibilities:
Creating and maintaining the data architecture for Client Services
Keeping current with the latest development methodologies and acting as a mentor to the rest of the team
Designing solutions in accordance with the enterprise architecture and shepherding to completion
Documenting solutions with industry standard tools
Working closely with users, architects and developers as part of an integrated team
Working collaboratively within the architecture group to ensure both quality and delivery are managed excellently
Actively watching industry trends and acting as a highly competent advisor to technical management
Data analysis and modeling across different problem sets of Data Warehousing and OLTP
Ensuring the quality of artifacts produced is in accordance with architecture standards
Taking responsibility for provisioning the optimal data architecture for an application portfolio
Accurately estimating work and reporting progress
Position Requirements:
We are looking for a person who:
Has 5+ years professional experience in data architecture and integration of vendor products in an enterprise setting
Possesses strong technical skills in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Integration, Data Warehousing and Database design
Has strong communication skills with the ability to effectively express complex technical concepts
Has the ability to express design ideas in recognized methodologies
Has the ability to work both in teams and independently
Possesses strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Is able to anticipate potential problems and determine and implement solutions as needed
Is a quick learner - able to come up to speed on new and emerging technologies rapidly
Is flexible - able to work on varied technologies and switch between one environment and another in an efficient manner
Can multi-task and react positively to frequent changes in priorities
Has excellent project organization and time management skills and exceptional attention to detail
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Responsibilities:
Creating and maintaining the data architecture for Client Services
Keeping current with the latest development methodologies and acting as a mentor to the rest of the team
Designing solutions in accordance with the enterprise architecture and shepherding to completion
Documenting solutions with industry standard tools
Working closely with users, architects and developers as part of an integrated team
Working collaboratively within the architecture group to ensure both quality and delivery are managed excellently
Actively watching industry trends and acting as a highly competent advisor to technical management
Data analysis and modeling across different problem sets of Data Warehousing and OLTP
Ensuring the quality of artifacts produced is in accordance with architecture standards
Taking responsibility for provisioning the optimal data architecture for an application portfolio
Accurately estimating work and reporting progress
Position Requirements:
We are looking for a person who:
Has 5+ years professional experience in data architecture and integration of vendor products in an enterprise setting
Possesses strong technical skills in Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Data Integration, Data Warehousing and Database design
Has strong communication skills with the ability to effectively express complex technical concepts
Has the ability to express design ideas in recognized methodologies
Has the ability to work both in teams and independently
Possesses strong interpersonal and organizational skills
Is able to anticipate potential problems and determine and implement solutions as needed
Is a quick learner - able to come up to speed on new and emerging technologies rapidly
Is flexible - able to work on varied technologies and switch between one environment and another in an efficient manner
Can multi-task and react positively to frequent changes in priorities
Has excellent project organization and time management skills and exceptional attention to detail
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
SQL DBA - Norwalk, CT
Perm SQL DBA
We are looking for a person who:
Has 4+ years of experience in database development and support in MS SQL Server environments.
Strong experience in general Database Administration in SQL Server ( 2005 and 2008 )
SQL Development - ability to write and troubleshoot SQL Code and design ( stored procs, functions, tables, views, triggers, indexes, constraints )
Knowledge of SQL Server tools ( Profiler, DTA, SSMS, SAC, SSCM, PerfMon, DMVs, system sprocs)
Experience in troubleshooting and resolving database integrity issues, performance issues, blocking and deadlocking issues, replication issues, log shipping issues, connectivity issues, security issues etc.
Experience in Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, using Performance Monitor, SQL Profiler and other related monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Ability to detect and troubleshoot SQL Server related CPU,memory,I/O, disk space and other resource contention.
Strong knowledge of how indexes, index management, integrity checks, configuration, patching. How statistics work, how indexes are stored, how they can be created and managed effectively.
Strong knowledge of backups, restores, recovery models, database shrink operations, DBCC commands, Clustering, Database mirroring, Replication.
SQL Database Operational support to tech users
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
We are looking for a person who:
Has 4+ years of experience in database development and support in MS SQL Server environments.
Strong experience in general Database Administration in SQL Server ( 2005 and 2008 )
SQL Development - ability to write and troubleshoot SQL Code and design ( stored procs, functions, tables, views, triggers, indexes, constraints )
Knowledge of SQL Server tools ( Profiler, DTA, SSMS, SAC, SSCM, PerfMon, DMVs, system sprocs)
Experience in troubleshooting and resolving database integrity issues, performance issues, blocking and deadlocking issues, replication issues, log shipping issues, connectivity issues, security issues etc.
Experience in Performance Tuning, Query Optimization, using Performance Monitor, SQL Profiler and other related monitoring and troubleshooting tools.
Ability to detect and troubleshoot SQL Server related CPU,memory,I/O, disk space and other resource contention.
Strong knowledge of how indexes, index management, integrity checks, configuration, patching. How statistics work, how indexes are stored, how they can be created and managed effectively.
Strong knowledge of backups, restores, recovery models, database shrink operations, DBCC commands, Clustering, Database mirroring, Replication.
SQL Database Operational support to tech users
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
SQL DBA
Full time, permanent position South of Boston
The Database Administrator will have responsibility and technical ownership of multiple enterprise Microsoft SQL Server systems in the client's 24x7 global database environment. This resource will oversee the development and organization of the databases, assess and implement new technologies, and provide Information Technology with a long-term perspective on the relationship of database technology to the business opportunities facing the company. The DBA is challenged to work with architecture, application development and infrastructure to meet current and future business objectives. This person will train, mentor and develop technical support and applications staff to better utilize on-line processing databases environment. This resource will administer a variety of SQL Server database systems; develop and enforce database administration and user standards and procedures; assist the business in the development and creation of SQL, web-based databases and database systems; review technical designs, reports, documentation, and other materials produced by staff; implement disaster recovery procedures and solutions; and implement security integrity controls.
Bachelors degree and 7+ years related professional IT experience. Must be proficient in all aspects of database administration; possess strong technical problem solving, programming and communication skills. Detail oriented and able to work well within a team environment. Must be self-directed and confident.
Experience with the following:
In depth MS SQL Server database administration and design
Managing multiple MS SQL 2000/2005/2008 RDBMS on large systems in clustered environments
Monitoring and tuning a database to provide a high availability service
Transactional SQL, and DTS stored procedures
Ability to support SharePoint environment
Managing the internal and external MS SQL database security
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
The Database Administrator will have responsibility and technical ownership of multiple enterprise Microsoft SQL Server systems in the client's 24x7 global database environment. This resource will oversee the development and organization of the databases, assess and implement new technologies, and provide Information Technology with a long-term perspective on the relationship of database technology to the business opportunities facing the company. The DBA is challenged to work with architecture, application development and infrastructure to meet current and future business objectives. This person will train, mentor and develop technical support and applications staff to better utilize on-line processing databases environment. This resource will administer a variety of SQL Server database systems; develop and enforce database administration and user standards and procedures; assist the business in the development and creation of SQL, web-based databases and database systems; review technical designs, reports, documentation, and other materials produced by staff; implement disaster recovery procedures and solutions; and implement security integrity controls.
Bachelors degree and 7+ years related professional IT experience. Must be proficient in all aspects of database administration; possess strong technical problem solving, programming and communication skills. Detail oriented and able to work well within a team environment. Must be self-directed and confident.
Experience with the following:
In depth MS SQL Server database administration and design
Managing multiple MS SQL 2000/2005/2008 RDBMS on large systems in clustered environments
Monitoring and tuning a database to provide a high availability service
Transactional SQL, and DTS stored procedures
Ability to support SharePoint environment
Managing the internal and external MS SQL database security
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Friday, January 14, 2011
Financial Business Analyst
Contract position at a Boston based investment firm.
Experience developing procedures and workflows utilizing business requirements and discussion with operational staff. Additional responsibilities will include testing procedures in a test environment to insure accuracy and functionality.
· Solid understanding of financial terms
· Experience with transaction reports
· Attention to detail
· Ability to work independently
· Proficient at Microsoft products including Visio
· Ability to extract from business requirements features and functions to be documented
· Ability to work with people over the phone to gather information to complete assignments
· Excellent written and verbal skills - communicates effectively across all levels
· Ability to work in fast paced environment
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Experience developing procedures and workflows utilizing business requirements and discussion with operational staff. Additional responsibilities will include testing procedures in a test environment to insure accuracy and functionality.
· Solid understanding of financial terms
· Experience with transaction reports
· Attention to detail
· Ability to work independently
· Proficient at Microsoft products including Visio
· Ability to extract from business requirements features and functions to be documented
· Ability to work with people over the phone to gather information to complete assignments
· Excellent written and verbal skills - communicates effectively across all levels
· Ability to work in fast paced environment
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Sunday, January 9, 2011
SQL Server Developer
Full time, permanent position in Boston
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience/Expertise with SQL Server, SQL Coding - SQL Server and T-SQL.
• Experience in solving environment configuration problems.
• Experience/Expertise working with large data sets and databases.
• Must have excellent communications skills, as well as organizational, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Must be comfortable and effective working in both an independent and team-oriented environment.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
QUALIFICATIONS:
• Experience/Expertise with SQL Server, SQL Coding - SQL Server and T-SQL.
• Experience in solving environment configuration problems.
• Experience/Expertise working with large data sets and databases.
• Must have excellent communications skills, as well as organizational, analytical and problem solving skills.
• Must be comfortable and effective working in both an independent and team-oriented environment.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Friday, January 7, 2011
SQL Server Database Administrator
Permanent position at a well respected investment firm in Boston
Requirements:
- Must have experience with SQL Server 2005 and 2008.
- Must be able to work in a team oriented environment to support database environment.
- Experience creating SQL scripts and stored procedures.
- Must have the ability to work closely with development teams, as well as various business units.
- Create best practices documentation for backup, recovery, performance tuning and troubleshooting of systems.
- 3-5 year experience as a hands on Database Adminstrator.
- Candidates must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and must work well in a team-oriented, deadline driven enviornment.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Requirements:
- Must have experience with SQL Server 2005 and 2008.
- Must be able to work in a team oriented environment to support database environment.
- Experience creating SQL scripts and stored procedures.
- Must have the ability to work closely with development teams, as well as various business units.
- Create best practices documentation for backup, recovery, performance tuning and troubleshooting of systems.
- 3-5 year experience as a hands on Database Adminstrator.
- Candidates must have exceptional written and verbal communication skills, and must work well in a team-oriented, deadline driven enviornment.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
CRM Software Developer
3 month contract role at a financial software firm in Boston
Job Functions:
· Developing high-quality code on schedule, based on a technical design.
· Performing unit testing and working closely with our QA team to support system testing and bug resolution.
· Contributing to the development community by researching new technology and development tools.
Contract Specific Qualifications:
· CRM API
· Microsoft Dynamics CRM experience
· Microsoft Sharepoint Experience- Experience building widgets
· Microsoft SSRS experience
· OLAP cube experience
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field.
· Strong communication and collaboration skills.
· Participation in large-scale collaborative projects.
· Open-source contribution.
· Experience with version-control systems and use of scripting language a plus but not required.
· Development experience in C++, C#, or .NET.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Job Functions:
· Developing high-quality code on schedule, based on a technical design.
· Performing unit testing and working closely with our QA team to support system testing and bug resolution.
· Contributing to the development community by researching new technology and development tools.
Contract Specific Qualifications:
· CRM API
· Microsoft Dynamics CRM experience
· Microsoft Sharepoint Experience- Experience building widgets
· Microsoft SSRS experience
· OLAP cube experience
Qualifications:
· Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or a related field.
· Strong communication and collaboration skills.
· Participation in large-scale collaborative projects.
· Open-source contribution.
· Experience with version-control systems and use of scripting language a plus but not required.
· Development experience in C++, C#, or .NET.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Datawarehouse Architect
Permanent position at a Boston based investment firm
Senior technical expert in Warehouse Application Delivery solutions to advise and lead architecture initiatives.
This is a "hands-on" architectural role requiring experience with a variety of Application Development and Delivery techniques – specific expertise in database and warehouse design/delivery using tools and products such as Oracle 11g, DB2 /UDB and appliance based solutions (Teradata).
The resource will be responsible for delivering the end-state Application and Delivery Architecture for the data management program along with cross data center application database integration and support of the Cloud delivery.
The resource will be the responsible for leading offshore development and delivery teams to exercise the variety of software options available in the modern/mature RDBMS.
The resource must be familiar with the multiple development methodologies related to warehousing both the Inman and Kimball theories are a plus.
The resource must have a proven ability n the delivery space for large data warehousing efforts with experience in the appliance based deployment (Teradata, Green Plum, IBM DB2)
The resource will be responsible for hands-on technology evaluations both on-site and leveraging off-shore resources and developing roadmaps for the adoption of these solutions that reflect the business needs.
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or related area. Must have domain expertise in a Warehousing technology; Cloud based application delivery, Experience in leading Application Development and deployment is a must.
Must be capable of performing detailed technology analysis and developing concrete recommendations based on that analysis.
Must be able to work in a highly complex, heterogeneous environment with a wide variety of business needs.
Must have excellent oral and written communications
he ideal candidate will posses an understanding of the following topics relative to Data Warehousing:
• Data Modeling for Warehouses and Marts
• Workload management utilizing the appliance base solutions
• Large Database data loading through replication and streaming activities
• Real time data warehousing techniques
• ETL tooling and usage
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Senior technical expert in Warehouse Application Delivery solutions to advise and lead architecture initiatives.
This is a "hands-on" architectural role requiring experience with a variety of Application Development and Delivery techniques – specific expertise in database and warehouse design/delivery using tools and products such as Oracle 11g, DB2 /UDB and appliance based solutions (Teradata).
The resource will be responsible for delivering the end-state Application and Delivery Architecture for the data management program along with cross data center application database integration and support of the Cloud delivery.
The resource will be the responsible for leading offshore development and delivery teams to exercise the variety of software options available in the modern/mature RDBMS.
The resource must be familiar with the multiple development methodologies related to warehousing both the Inman and Kimball theories are a plus.
The resource must have a proven ability n the delivery space for large data warehousing efforts with experience in the appliance based deployment (Teradata, Green Plum, IBM DB2)
The resource will be responsible for hands-on technology evaluations both on-site and leveraging off-shore resources and developing roadmaps for the adoption of these solutions that reflect the business needs.
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or related area. Must have domain expertise in a Warehousing technology; Cloud based application delivery, Experience in leading Application Development and deployment is a must.
Must be capable of performing detailed technology analysis and developing concrete recommendations based on that analysis.
Must be able to work in a highly complex, heterogeneous environment with a wide variety of business needs.
Must have excellent oral and written communications
he ideal candidate will posses an understanding of the following topics relative to Data Warehousing:
• Data Modeling for Warehouses and Marts
• Workload management utilizing the appliance base solutions
• Large Database data loading through replication and streaming activities
• Real time data warehousing techniques
• ETL tooling and usage
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Infrastructure PM
Full time position at the Boston headquarters of a global investment firm
Description
Senior technical expert in Virtual Desktop technology solutions to advise and lead of architecture initiatives.
This is a highly "hands-on" architectural role requiring experience with a variety of VDI platforms, technologies, processes, and disciplines, including Hypervisors, Connection Brokers, Protocols and Vendor Solutions including Citrix, VMWare, Redhat and others.
The resource will be responsible for driving the complete end-state VDI Architecture, performing hands-on technology evaluations both on-site and leveraging off-shore resources and developing roadmaps for the adoption of these solutions that truly reflect our business needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or related area. Must have domain expertise in Windows Operating Systems, Virtual and Cloud technologies as they apply to Desktops. Knowledge of the impacts to Networks and Storage systems is also required.
Experience in Application Development and deployment is a plus.
Must be capable of performing detailed technology analysis and developing concrete recommendations based on that analysis.
Must have excellent oral and written communications.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Description
Senior technical expert in Virtual Desktop technology solutions to advise and lead of architecture initiatives.
This is a highly "hands-on" architectural role requiring experience with a variety of VDI platforms, technologies, processes, and disciplines, including Hypervisors, Connection Brokers, Protocols and Vendor Solutions including Citrix, VMWare, Redhat and others.
The resource will be responsible for driving the complete end-state VDI Architecture, performing hands-on technology evaluations both on-site and leveraging off-shore resources and developing roadmaps for the adoption of these solutions that truly reflect our business needs.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or related area. Must have domain expertise in Windows Operating Systems, Virtual and Cloud technologies as they apply to Desktops. Knowledge of the impacts to Networks and Storage systems is also required.
Experience in Application Development and deployment is a plus.
Must be capable of performing detailed technology analysis and developing concrete recommendations based on that analysis.
Must have excellent oral and written communications.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Development Manager
Full time position - New group at a global investment management firm
Senior application development manager expert in the design, development and integration of heterogeneous Security based solutions to advise and lead Architecture initiatives. This is a highly "hands-on" architectural/development role requiring experience with a variety of Security platforms, technologies, processes, and disciplines, including Siteminder, Federated Security, other authentication products, and coarse/fine grained entitlements platforms. Must have experience in Unix, Linux, zLinux, Oracle, DB2, Java, C++, PERL, and UNIX Scripting. Must have strong development track record in building J2EE/Java-based applications, with experience in enterprise-wide systems implementations.
The resource will manage on shore and offshore staff, and provide guidance and support for cross-company and inter-departmental projects. This resource will be responsible for Security application developments, and help define Security architectural standards and practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or related area. Experience working with dual shore project teams is required. Experience in Agile Development and Cloud computing preferred. Must have excellent oral and written communications.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Senior application development manager expert in the design, development and integration of heterogeneous Security based solutions to advise and lead Architecture initiatives. This is a highly "hands-on" architectural/development role requiring experience with a variety of Security platforms, technologies, processes, and disciplines, including Siteminder, Federated Security, other authentication products, and coarse/fine grained entitlements platforms. Must have experience in Unix, Linux, zLinux, Oracle, DB2, Java, C++, PERL, and UNIX Scripting. Must have strong development track record in building J2EE/Java-based applications, with experience in enterprise-wide systems implementations.
The resource will manage on shore and offshore staff, and provide guidance and support for cross-company and inter-departmental projects. This resource will be responsible for Security application developments, and help define Security architectural standards and practices.
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in computer science or related area. Experience working with dual shore project teams is required. Experience in Agile Development and Cloud computing preferred. Must have excellent oral and written communications.
Please contact Albert Barsoumian with qualified resumes via email at albertb@avidtr.com or via phone at 617-951-1893.
Friday, December 3, 2010
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.
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.
Friday, November 19, 2010
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.
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.
Wednesday, November 17, 2010
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.
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.
Friday, November 12, 2010
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.
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.
Wednesday, November 10, 2010
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.
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.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
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.
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.
Tuesday, October 5, 2010
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.
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.
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.
Tuesday, September 28, 2010
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.
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.
Tuesday, September 21, 2010
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.
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.
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