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FIX Implementation Specialist - Toronto
We are seeking developers interested in trading systems – developing systems from scratch or customizing existing systems for specific client needs. The solution is Windows and UNIX based, with the majority of the scripting written in Tcl. Visual Basic and Visual C++ are also used for the Windows components and C++ is used for the UNIX components.
The role of an Implementation Specialist is to develop, implement and upgrade our customers’ FIX trading systems. Implementation Specialists can expect to spend extensive amounts of time working on client projects that integrate and configure the FIX products to meet a customer’s needs. This demanding and varied role will offer many technical challenges as well as professional challenges, with the opportunity to learn about the global financial trading markets.
Candidate Prerequisites:
We are seeking talented individuals with a Degree in a computer-related discipline (e.g. Computer Science, Information Technology.)
A strong desire to learn about financial trading with a focus on technology
A thorough understanding of computing and an aptitude for complex software applications
One or more programming or scripting languages (e.g. Perl, Tcl, Visual Basic)
UNIX (Solaris would be an advantage)
SQL and related databases (Sybase would be an advantage)
A desire to join a small team where you can make an active contribution to the business
Familiarity with financial messaging protocols such as FIX, CMS, or STAMP, would be a plus
Candidates will need to demonstrate that they are self-motivated, possess initiative and good problem solving skills, and are able to work in a team, while also assuming responsibility for their work.