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Friday, 6 November 2009
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Times may be tough but Vector is seeing more and more work for array programmers.
The site now has a Jobs page.
Send news of work to our Jobs Editor, John ‘Jake’ Jacob jobs@vector.org.uk
The site now has a Jobs page.
Send news of work to our Jobs Editor, John ‘Jake’ Jacob jobs@vector.org.uk
Friday, 16 October 2009
JobWatch: UK
Python Senior Software Developer Hedge Fund/Finance London
Python Senior Software Developer/Python Programmer is required for exciting and progressive Hedge Fund Financial company based in London. They are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced in Python and Unix/Linux Software Developer/Python Programmer. An interest in functional programming and its application in the real world would be useful. The role would suit developers with at least five years experience and proven ability to deliver working software. You might also have some of the following skills in C, Haskell, APL/J/K, Lisp, Django and significant part of childhood spent hacking away in 8-bit assembly language. Join an exciting company with many opportunities to progress your Python career. Send your CV for immediately review and further details.
Location London
Country UK
Rate £45k to £80k Per: annum + Benefits: Excellent Benefits
Employment Agency Oho Group Ltd
Contact Burim Hykaj
Telephone 0207 622 5155
Email Burim.Hykaj.1C2CB.3892E@mail.jobserve.com
Reference JS055
Posted Date 15/10/2009 18:30:48
Reposted from JobServe
Python Senior Software Developer/Python Programmer is required for exciting and progressive Hedge Fund Financial company based in London. They are looking for an enthusiastic and experienced in Python and Unix/Linux Software Developer/Python Programmer. An interest in functional programming and its application in the real world would be useful. The role would suit developers with at least five years experience and proven ability to deliver working software. You might also have some of the following skills in C, Haskell, APL/J/K, Lisp, Django and significant part of childhood spent hacking away in 8-bit assembly language. Join an exciting company with many opportunities to progress your Python career. Send your CV for immediately review and further details.
Location London
Country UK
Rate £45k to £80k Per: annum + Benefits: Excellent Benefits
Employment Agency Oho Group Ltd
Contact Burim Hykaj
Telephone 0207 622 5155
Email Burim.Hykaj.1C2CB.3892E@mail.jobserve.com
Reference JS055
Posted Date 15/10/2009 18:30:48
Reposted from JobServe
Saturday, 10 October 2009
JobWatch UK
Senior and graduate Python developers wanted with APL, J or K experience preferred:
Graduate Python Developers are required to work for a new emerging leader in the information security industry based in South West London.
You will be a part of a company that is growing rapidly in size and in reputation. As one of their Graduate Python developers you will be in a key position to be a part of something big and exciting, giving you endless opportunities to progress rapidly from a Graduate Python Developer to a Senior Python Developer position. You will receive an excellent starting salary, long holidays and discretional bonuses. You will ideally have had good academic experience working with Python and you will have a strong interest in Linux/Unix. You will have at least a 2:1 or above from a redbrick University and you will ideally have A's and B's at A-level.
A background in any of C, Haskell, APL/J/K, Lisp, Django would be beneficial but they are not essential.
Also…
Graduate Python Developers are required to work for a new emerging leader in the information security industry based in South West London. You will be a part of a company that is growing rapidly in size and in reputation. As one of their Graduate Python developers you will be in a key position to be a part of something big and exciting, giving you endless opportunities to progress rapidly from a Graduate Python Developer to a Senior Python Developer position. You will receive an excellent...
Contact Dan Seddon at Oho Group on +44 20 7622 6399.
Wednesday, 23 September 2009
JobWatch
Brian Becker is looking for help developing Software as a Service using Dyalog and ASP.NET.
Tuesday, 15 September 2009
JobWatch: UK
A top tier Investment Bank is looking for a kdb+/q Architect to spearhead the architecture and development of a Greenfield Tick Data Capture system.
Working closely with IT heads, Traders and Analysts you will have excellent communication skills and strong understanding of cross asset class business including FX, Rates and Commodities.
You will have proven experience in designing and implementing quality controls within high-pressure investment banking environments with substantial exposure/ hands on experience of developing kdb+/q time series, relational database systems along with good Unix, perl and shell scripting Matlab and Oracle skills using Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
Based in London this is a permanent position
Please mail me on philip.greenwood@palmmason.com if you are interested.
Working closely with IT heads, Traders and Analysts you will have excellent communication skills and strong understanding of cross asset class business including FX, Rates and Commodities.
You will have proven experience in designing and implementing quality controls within high-pressure investment banking environments with substantial exposure/ hands on experience of developing kdb+/q time series, relational database systems along with good Unix, perl and shell scripting Matlab and Oracle skills using Agile/Scrum development methodologies.
Based in London this is a permanent position
Please mail me on philip.greenwood@palmmason.com if you are interested.
Thursday, 20 August 2009
JobWatch: Belgium
Reposted from JobServe…
APL (A Programming Language) Developer, Belgium, French/Dutch Speaking.
My Client, a Blue Chip Organization is looking for APL consultants, with at least 5 years of experience in IT industry, with extensive experience in APL (A Programming Language). You should have extensive experience within the financial sector with hands on experience in Investment management, Asset management and Pension Fund. Risk Management and Investigating issues and fixing issues will be an added advantage. French/Dutch speaking skills is mandatory.
Apply immediately for a telephone interview.
R2 International Ltd is acting in its capacity as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Country: Belgium
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months
Rate: Excellent
Employment Business: R2 International Ltd
Contact: Raja Ilaya
Telephone: +44 (0) 207 100 2312
Fax: +44 (0) 870 490 6845
Email: Raja.Ilaya.3AFF0.8C17D@mail.jobserve.com
Reference: JS/RI/APL_DEVELOPER_BRUSSELS_20809
Posted Date: 20/08/2009 14:32:34
APL (A Programming Language) Developer, Belgium, French/Dutch Speaking.
My Client, a Blue Chip Organization is looking for APL consultants, with at least 5 years of experience in IT industry, with extensive experience in APL (A Programming Language). You should have extensive experience within the financial sector with hands on experience in Investment management, Asset management and Pension Fund. Risk Management and Investigating issues and fixing issues will be an added advantage. French/Dutch speaking skills is mandatory.
Apply immediately for a telephone interview.
R2 International Ltd is acting in its capacity as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.
Location: Brussels, Belgium
Country: Belgium
Start Date: ASAP
Duration: 6 months
Rate: Excellent
Employment Business: R2 International Ltd
Contact: Raja Ilaya
Telephone: +44 (0) 207 100 2312
Fax: +44 (0) 870 490 6845
Email: Raja.Ilaya.3AFF0.8C17D@mail.jobserve.com
Reference: JS/RI/APL_DEVELOPER_BRUSSELS_20809
Posted Date: 20/08/2009 14:32:34
Thursday, 9 July 2009
Job Watch: Canada
http://www.workopolis.com/EN/theme/Metroland/job/10802094
Senior Developer Time Series,
CPP INVESTMENT BOARD
Posted May 19, 2009
Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
Industry:
Company Url:
Financial
http://www.cppib.ca
Department: Information Services
Reference No.: Q110-136R
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Toronto,Ontario
Job Category:
With assets under management projected to grow to $250 billion by 2016, CPP Investment Board is one of the largest and fastest growing institutional investors in the world. Headquartered in Toronto, with offices in London and Hong Kong, the CPP Investment Board is governed and managed independently of the Canada Pension Plan by experienced and highly skilled investment professionals. Their job is to prudently invest CPP assets to help pay future pensions.
The Time Series Solutions team is looking for a forward thinking Senior Developer to help lay the foundation of a KDB-based enterprise-level time series data platform. The Time Series Solutions team is responsible for delivering time series data and related solutions and services to our business partners as well as to other groups in Information Services.
Candidates will have an Undergraduate or Graduate degree in the field of physical sciences, computer sciences, software engineering, Mathematics and/or equivalent and 7+ years of work experience within financial services, preferably investment management.
The role requires familiarity with data management systems, strong communication skills and a desire to work in a fast-paced agile-delivery environment.
Role Specific Accountabilities:
* Further the design and development of the early-stage KDB-based time series warehouse
* Collaborate with business and IS team members to conceptualize, design and develop Kdb+, Java or C++ software solutions which may include integration with database applications, web services and ESB services that support CPPIB's service oriented architectur
* Adhere to, advocate and follow development best practices
* Analyze and prepare wiki-based SDLC artifacts including system documentation and test plans and develop software in accordance with CPPIB SDLC standards
* Effectively unit test and perform integration testing on software components. Proactively assist quality assurance
* Create installation plans, validation plans and back out procedures to assist Infrastructure Management with software deployments
* Assist in the development and maintenance of a wiki shared knowledge base
* Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards
* Provide level II troubleshooting support on a rotational, 7x24 basis
If you possess the following, we'd like to hear from you
* 7+ years of programming experience in Java, J2EE or C++ with emphasis on server-side development of enterprise-class applications and databases
* Senior development experience with enterprise market and reference data management systems
* Coding experience with time series systems or platform
* Exposure to the use of frameworks and open architecture designs
* Senior experience with the full software life cycle in larger collaborative development teams, with practice ranging from requirements analysis through deployment
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong problem solving skills stemming from math, physics and/or a computer science background
* Strong initiative with an ability to grasp the big picture and actively seek ways to improve the status quo
* Strong commitment to guiding principles of integrity, partnership and high performance
Desirable Experience
* Experience programming in Q or K (Kdb+), APL, Sybase IQ, Vhayu, Fame, or Vertica
* Experience In-memory database programming language
* Financial qualifications such as CSC and/or CFA
Senior Developer Time Series,
CPP INVESTMENT BOARD
Posted May 19, 2009
Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
Industry:
Company Url:
Financial
http://www.cppib.ca
Department: Information Services
Reference No.: Q110-136R
Position Type: Full-time
Location: Toronto,Ontario
Job Category:
With assets under management projected to grow to $250 billion by 2016, CPP Investment Board is one of the largest and fastest growing institutional investors in the world. Headquartered in Toronto, with offices in London and Hong Kong, the CPP Investment Board is governed and managed independently of the Canada Pension Plan by experienced and highly skilled investment professionals. Their job is to prudently invest CPP assets to help pay future pensions.
The Time Series Solutions team is looking for a forward thinking Senior Developer to help lay the foundation of a KDB-based enterprise-level time series data platform. The Time Series Solutions team is responsible for delivering time series data and related solutions and services to our business partners as well as to other groups in Information Services.
Candidates will have an Undergraduate or Graduate degree in the field of physical sciences, computer sciences, software engineering, Mathematics and/or equivalent and 7+ years of work experience within financial services, preferably investment management.
The role requires familiarity with data management systems, strong communication skills and a desire to work in a fast-paced agile-delivery environment.
Role Specific Accountabilities:
* Further the design and development of the early-stage KDB-based time series warehouse
* Collaborate with business and IS team members to conceptualize, design and develop Kdb+, Java or C++ software solutions which may include integration with database applications, web services and ESB services that support CPPIB's service oriented architectur
* Adhere to, advocate and follow development best practices
* Analyze and prepare wiki-based SDLC artifacts including system documentation and test plans and develop software in accordance with CPPIB SDLC standards
* Effectively unit test and perform integration testing on software components. Proactively assist quality assurance
* Create installation plans, validation plans and back out procedures to assist Infrastructure Management with software deployments
* Assist in the development and maintenance of a wiki shared knowledge base
* Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards
* Provide level II troubleshooting support on a rotational, 7x24 basis
If you possess the following, we'd like to hear from you
* 7+ years of programming experience in Java, J2EE or C++ with emphasis on server-side development of enterprise-class applications and databases
* Senior development experience with enterprise market and reference data management systems
* Coding experience with time series systems or platform
* Exposure to the use of frameworks and open architecture designs
* Senior experience with the full software life cycle in larger collaborative development teams, with practice ranging from requirements analysis through deployment
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong problem solving skills stemming from math, physics and/or a computer science background
* Strong initiative with an ability to grasp the big picture and actively seek ways to improve the status quo
* Strong commitment to guiding principles of integrity, partnership and high performance
Desirable Experience
* Experience programming in Q or K (Kdb+), APL, Sybase IQ, Vhayu, Fame, or Vertica
* Experience In-memory database programming language
* Financial qualifications such as CSC and/or CFA
Monday, 4 May 2009
JobWatch Canada
Apologies for delay posting this, which came in 21 April:
Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
Industry:
Company Url:
Financial
http://www.cppib.ca
Department: Information Services
Reference No.: Q409-236R
Position Type: Full-time
With assets under management projected to grow to $250 billion by 2016, CPP Investment Board is one of the largest and fastest growing institutional investors in the world. Headquartered in Toronto, with offices in London and Hong Kong, the CPP Investment Board is governed and managed independently of the Canada Pension Plan by experienced and highly skilled investment professionals. Their job is to prudently invest CPP assets to help pay future pensions.
The Time Series Solutions team is looking for a forward thinking Senior Developer to help lay the foundation of a KDB-based enterprise-level time series data platform. The Time Series Solutions team is responsible for delivering time series data and related solutions and services to our business partners as well as to other groups in Information Services.
Candidates must have an Undergraduate or Graduate degree in the field of physical sciences, computer sciences, software engineering, Mathematics and/or equivalent and 7+ years of work experience within financial services, preferably investment management.
The role requires familiarity with data management systems, strong communication skills and a desire to work in a fast-paced agile-delivery environment.
Role Specific Accountabilities:
* Further the design and development of the early-stage KDB-based time series warehouse
* Collaborate with business and IS team members to conceptualize, design and develop Kdb+, Java or C++ software solutions which may include integration with database applications, web services and ESB services that support CPPIB's service oriented architecture
* Adhere to, advocate and follow development best practices
* Analyze and prepare wiki-based SDLC artifacts including system documentation and test plans and develop software in accordance with CPPIB SDLC standards
* Effectively unit test and perform integration testing on software components. Proactively assist quality assurance
* Create installation plans, validation plans and back out procedures to assist Infrastructure Management with software deployments
* Assist in the development and maintenance of a wiki shared knowledge base
* Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards.
* Provide level II troubleshooting support on a rotational, 7x24 basis
* Other duties as assigned
If you possess the following, we'd like to hear from you:
Soft Skill Requirements
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong problem solving skills stemming from math, physics and/or a computer science background
* Strong initiative with an ability to grasp the big picture and actively seek ways to improve the status quo
* Strong commitment to guiding principles of integrity, partnership and high performance
Technical Requirements
* 7+ years of programming experience in Java, J2EE or C++ with emphasis on server-side development of enterprise-class applications and databases
* Senior development experience with enterprise market and reference data management systems
* Coding experience with time series systems or platforms
* Exposure to the use of frameworks and open architecture designs
* Senior experience with the full software life cycle in larger collaborative development teams, with practice ranging from requirements analysis through deployment.
Desirable Experience
* Experience programming in Q or K (Kdb+), APL, Sybase IQ, Vhayu, Fame, or Vertica
* Experience In-memory database programming languages
* Financial qualifications such as CSC and/or CFA
None Available
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and to build a career in an innovative and dynamic investment organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below.
Apply to this job
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CPP Investment Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Toronto, Ontario, CANADA
Industry:
Company Url:
Financial
http://www.cppib.ca
Department: Information Services
Reference No.: Q409-236R
Position Type: Full-time
With assets under management projected to grow to $250 billion by 2016, CPP Investment Board is one of the largest and fastest growing institutional investors in the world. Headquartered in Toronto, with offices in London and Hong Kong, the CPP Investment Board is governed and managed independently of the Canada Pension Plan by experienced and highly skilled investment professionals. Their job is to prudently invest CPP assets to help pay future pensions.
The Time Series Solutions team is looking for a forward thinking Senior Developer to help lay the foundation of a KDB-based enterprise-level time series data platform. The Time Series Solutions team is responsible for delivering time series data and related solutions and services to our business partners as well as to other groups in Information Services.
Candidates must have an Undergraduate or Graduate degree in the field of physical sciences, computer sciences, software engineering, Mathematics and/or equivalent and 7+ years of work experience within financial services, preferably investment management.
The role requires familiarity with data management systems, strong communication skills and a desire to work in a fast-paced agile-delivery environment.
Role Specific Accountabilities:
* Further the design and development of the early-stage KDB-based time series warehouse
* Collaborate with business and IS team members to conceptualize, design and develop Kdb+, Java or C++ software solutions which may include integration with database applications, web services and ESB services that support CPPIB's service oriented architecture
* Adhere to, advocate and follow development best practices
* Analyze and prepare wiki-based SDLC artifacts including system documentation and test plans and develop software in accordance with CPPIB SDLC standards
* Effectively unit test and perform integration testing on software components. Proactively assist quality assurance
* Create installation plans, validation plans and back out procedures to assist Infrastructure Management with software deployments
* Assist in the development and maintenance of a wiki shared knowledge base
* Conduct research on emerging application development software products, languages, and standards.
* Provide level II troubleshooting support on a rotational, 7x24 basis
* Other duties as assigned
If you possess the following, we'd like to hear from you:
Soft Skill Requirements
* Strong communication and interpersonal skills
* Strong problem solving skills stemming from math, physics and/or a computer science background
* Strong initiative with an ability to grasp the big picture and actively seek ways to improve the status quo
* Strong commitment to guiding principles of integrity, partnership and high performance
Technical Requirements
* 7+ years of programming experience in Java, J2EE or C++ with emphasis on server-side development of enterprise-class applications and databases
* Senior development experience with enterprise market and reference data management systems
* Coding experience with time series systems or platforms
* Exposure to the use of frameworks and open architecture designs
* Senior experience with the full software life cycle in larger collaborative development teams, with practice ranging from requirements analysis through deployment.
Desirable Experience
* Experience programming in Q or K (Kdb+), APL, Sybase IQ, Vhayu, Fame, or Vertica
* Experience In-memory database programming languages
* Financial qualifications such as CSC and/or CFA
None Available
If you are looking for an exciting opportunity and to build a career in an innovative and dynamic investment organization, submit your resume by clicking on Apply Now below.
Apply to this job
We thank all applicants for their interest, however only candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. CPP Investment Board is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Sunday, 8 March 2009
JobWatch UK
Position: Python Developer (Graduate/Junior) LAMP
Location: London
Rate: £25k - £35k Per Annum + Bonus (Paid Monthly) + Benefits
Skills: Python Developer (Graduate/Junior) LAMP, Perl, PHP, TCL, Lisp sought by growing provider of automatic trading and hedging software solutions. Your role will focus on the UI, working closely with one other lead interface developer, developing new systems and maintaining changes for around fifty APIs. The company pride itself on its technology and is looking for a bright computing graduate (also need good A Levels) who is passionate about Open Source programming and has a healthy distrust of Microsoft and Java. There will be future opportunities to work across many new areas of their products and expand your skill set.
They are looking for a bright computing graduate (also need good A Levels) who is passionate about Open Source programming and has had some exposure to Unix/Linux and Open Source Scripting languages, ideally Python but will also consider Perl, TCL, Lisp or PHP. Desirable technologies include: C, Haskell, APL/J/K, Django, Erlang, functional programming.
Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Advertiser: Client Server
Business Type: Employment Agency
Contact: David Cooper
Phone: 0208 390 8390
Email: mailto:David.Cooper.967C8.9D093@mail.jobserve.com
Ref: JSBB/1700E/0603
Visa: Applicants must be eligible to work in the specified location
Date: 06/03/2009 11:32:40
Apply Now: http://www.jobserve.com/E68F84B2E2D427FEFZ2228569CD2DE.jsap
Full Job: http://www.jobserve.com/E68F84B2E2D427FEF.job
Location: London
Rate: £25k - £35k Per Annum + Bonus (Paid Monthly) + Benefits
Skills: Python Developer (Graduate/Junior) LAMP, Perl, PHP, TCL, Lisp sought by growing provider of automatic trading and hedging software solutions. Your role will focus on the UI, working closely with one other lead interface developer, developing new systems and maintaining changes for around fifty APIs. The company pride itself on its technology and is looking for a bright computing graduate (also need good A Levels) who is passionate about Open Source programming and has a healthy distrust of Microsoft and Java. There will be future opportunities to work across many new areas of their products and expand your skill set.
They are looking for a bright computing graduate (also need good A Levels) who is passionate about Open Source programming and has had some exposure to Unix/Linux and Open Source Scripting languages, ideally Python but will also consider Perl, TCL, Lisp or PHP. Desirable technologies include: C, Haskell, APL/J/K, Django, Erlang, functional programming.
Type: Permanent
Start Date: ASAP
Advertiser: Client Server
Business Type: Employment Agency
Contact: David Cooper
Phone: 0208 390 8390
Email: mailto:David.Cooper.967C8.9D093@mail.jobserve.com
Ref: JSBB/1700E/0603
Visa: Applicants must be eligible to work in the specified location
Date: 06/03/2009 11:32:40
Apply Now: http://www.jobserve.com/E68F84B2E2D427FEFZ2228569CD2DE.jsap
Full Job: http://www.jobserve.com/E68F84B2E2D427FEF.job
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