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Title: UI Developer
Front End Web / PHP Javascript Trading Systems Development.
Position Type: Full Time Salaried
Compensation: Commensurate to experience level. Target up to 100K base + Bonus. Total compensation in low 100s, there may be flexibility for the right candidate. Company rewards employees with lucrative profit/ performance bonus opportunities.
Location: Chicago, IL (loop in A-class space). Relocation assistance is available.
Company:
• Registered US Broker Dealer, Electronic Market Maker in downtown Chicago, A-Class space.
• Operate a proprietary low latency trading platform.
• Some markets include Futures, Equities, Equity Index, FX, Fixed Income, and Energy.
• Top EFP (Exchange for Physical) Participant
• Participates in trading at all major US futures and equities markets as well as EUREX, ICE, Australian Stock Exchange, Singapore Exchange, Osaka Exchange, major Dark Pools, RF Network/Microwave with connection to all points.
• Member of CME, CBOT, COMEX, and CBOE.
• Strong financial position: well capitalized, track record of profitability and success in proprietary trading.
• Clean regulatory status.
• Dynamic and driven environment: culture of focus on results and transparency.
Benefits:
Positive, highly specialized work environment. Paid vacation and holidays. Medical, life, vision and dental insurance. 401K and Retirement Savings Plan, Certification and Professional Education Reimbursement, Life Insurance, Pre-tax Transportation Benefit Program, Pre-tax Health/Dependent Care Savings Accounts, Company Paid Lunch Program.
Position Description:
• Maintain existing feature set and develop new features for internal web applications in PHP & javascript. This front end UI system currently provide access to all critical firm functions including P&L, systems management, risk controls, and strategy tracking among many others
• Maintain existing front end trading applications and develop new interfaces. Existing applications system display: Market Data, Historical Interfaces, Spreads, Order Flow.
• Develop systems test automation alongside Team Leader to enhance regression testing capabilities to keep ahead of possible regulatory requirements and further tighten risks
• Interface with Systems and BackOffice teams as required to provide access to the firm’s data
Requirements:
1. 1yr+ or more years current JavaScript and/or PHP developement. 2yrs+ UI development.
2. Experience in design, implementation, maintenance and troubleshooting of Web GUIs, preferably in JavaScript and PHP including access to database back ends.
3. Ability to come into the Chicago loop office at 7/7.30 am for market opening (can leave early).
4. Exposure to scripting languages such as python, perl, bash.
5. Versed in web application design and architecture and demonstrated experience with web application scalability on modern web application stacks.
6. Trained, exposure or interested in any: QT, C++ or Linux.
7. Self-Motivating and Ability to work independently while contributing to team goals.
8. Good work ethic, present in office (no telecommuting with trading operations)
9. Must have interest/ passion for Capital Markets/ Trading.
10. Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or relevant area study.
Interview Process:
Phone interview, 1-2 in person meetings on site.
Contact:
Mark Conway | Managing Partner
Tel: 312-962-1297 | Fax: 800-359-4009
Mark.Conway@AncillaCo.com | www.AncillaCo.com
http://www.linkedin.com/in/markpconway
Why work with Ancilla Co.:
www.AncillaCo.com, established in 1999
You will work directly with firm Partner that averages over 15yrs experience in IT placement, acting as personal advisor to help prepare and navigate you through pre-interview, interview, offer, and acclimating into new company.
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