Jefferies
Sr. KDB/Q Developer
Jefferies, New York, New York, us, 10261
Job Description
The Equities Data & Analytics Team is looking for an experienced Kdb+/Q developer in New York.
Proven experience managing large financial databases and datasets consisting of real-time and historical data and excellent communication skills are required, as you'll be in a fast-paced environment working hands-on closely with other developers, QA and production support teams.
The successful candidate will be expected to create innovative analytics solutions that advance the business; and will be improving the design, analytics, development, coding, testing and application programming that goes into creating high quality software and new products.
Principal ResponsibilitiesMange and manipulate large historical data setsImplement reusable Gateway functionalityImplement functionality based on defined APIUse and implement library-grade softwareAutomating quality checks across transactional, market and reference datasetsEnsure clean and efficient coding practices and adherence to industry best practicesCollaborate with traders, quants, and other developers to design and implement efficient and robust solutionsWriting documentationTechnical Qualifications
5+ years working with large financial data sets, such as market data, order/execution data, and/or positions data.5+ years of Kdb+/Q, experience working in a Unix/Linux environment.Superb communication and interpersonal skills/ Confident in communicating with stakeholdersAbility to learn new technologies and business knowledgeOther language experience is a bonus i.e Python, Java, Unix/LinuxExperience of agile methodologies will be an advantageHighly Valued
Capital markets experience, e.g. Derivs, Stocks, index, ETFs trading.Proven delivery track record, Cloud experience (e.g. AWS) is preferred.Good team player with a strong desire to participate and help othersAble to bring critical thinking and new ideas to the teamDemonstrates thoroughness and strong ownership of work.
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $150,000-200,000.
The salary offered will take into consideration an individual's experience level and qualifications. In addition to salary, Jefferies offers, for eligible employees, an annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus, competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Jefferies also offers paid time off packages that include planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays and paid parental leave.
About Us
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (''Jefferies,'' ''we,'' ''us'' or ''our'') is a U.S.-headquartered global full service, integrated investment banking and securities firm. Our largest subsidiary, Jefferies LLC, a U.S. broker-dealer, was founded in the U.S. in 1962 and our first international operating subsidiary, Jefferies International Limited, a U.K. broker-dealer, was established in the U.K. in 1986. Our strategy focuses on continuing to build out our investment banking effort, enhancing our capital markets businesses and further developing our Leucadia Asset Management alternative asset management platform. We offer deep sector expertise across a full range of products and services in investment banking, equities, fixed income, asset and wealth management in the Americas, Europe and the Middle East and Asia.
At Jefferies, we believe that diversity fosters creativity, innovation and thought leadership through the infusion of new ideas and perspectives. We have made a commitment to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.
Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. This includes applicants from historically underrepresented groups, including women, racial and ethnic minorities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, and individuals with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.
Jefferies is an equal employment opportunity employer, and takes affirmative action to ensure that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.
All employees must follow Jefferies' COVID-19 protocol policy, which is subject to change.
The Equities Data & Analytics Team is looking for an experienced Kdb+/Q developer in New York.
Proven experience managing large financial databases and datasets consisting of real-time and historical data and excellent communication skills are required, as you'll be in a fast-paced environment working hands-on closely with other developers, QA and production support teams.
The successful candidate will be expected to create innovative analytics solutions that advance the business; and will be improving the design, analytics, development, coding, testing and application programming that goes into creating high quality software and new products.
Principal ResponsibilitiesMange and manipulate large historical data setsImplement reusable Gateway functionalityImplement functionality based on defined APIUse and implement library-grade softwareAutomating quality checks across transactional, market and reference datasetsEnsure clean and efficient coding practices and adherence to industry best practicesCollaborate with traders, quants, and other developers to design and implement efficient and robust solutionsWriting documentationTechnical Qualifications
5+ years working with large financial data sets, such as market data, order/execution data, and/or positions data.5+ years of Kdb+/Q, experience working in a Unix/Linux environment.Superb communication and interpersonal skills/ Confident in communicating with stakeholdersAbility to learn new technologies and business knowledgeOther language experience is a bonus i.e Python, Java, Unix/LinuxExperience of agile methodologies will be an advantageHighly Valued
Capital markets experience, e.g. Derivs, Stocks, index, ETFs trading.Proven delivery track record, Cloud experience (e.g. AWS) is preferred.Good team player with a strong desire to participate and help othersAble to bring critical thinking and new ideas to the teamDemonstrates thoroughness and strong ownership of work.
Primary Location Full Time Salary Range of $150,000-200,000.
The salary offered will take into consideration an individual's experience level and qualifications. In addition to salary, Jefferies offers, for eligible employees, an annual discretionary incentive and retention bonus, competitive employee benefits, including: medical, dental & vision coverage; 401(k); life, accident, and disability insurance; and wellness programs. Jefferies also offers paid time off packages that include planned time off (vacation), unplanned time off (sick leave), and paid holidays and paid parental leave.
About Us
Jefferies Financial Group Inc. (''Jefferies,'' ''we,'' ''us'' or ''our'') is a U.S.-headquartered global full service, integrated investment banking and securities firm. Our largest subsidiary, Jefferies LLC, a U.S. broker-dealer, was founded in the U.S. in 1962 and our first international operating subsidiary, Jefferies International Limited, a U.K. broker-dealer, was established in the U.K. in 1986. Our strategy focuses on continuing to build out our investment banking effort, enhancing our capital markets businesses and further developing our Leucadia Asset Management alternative asset management platform. We offer deep sector expertise across a full range of products and services in investment banking, equities, fixed income, asset and wealth management in the Americas, Europe and the Middle East and Asia.
At Jefferies, we believe that diversity fosters creativity, innovation and thought leadership through the infusion of new ideas and perspectives. We have made a commitment to building a culture that provides opportunities for all employees regardless of our differences and supports a workforce that is reflective of the communities where we work and live. As a result, we are able to pool our collective insights and intelligence to provide fresh and innovative thinking for our clients.
Jefferies is committed to creating and sustaining a diverse workforce and encourages applicants from all backgrounds to apply. This includes applicants from historically underrepresented groups, including women, racial and ethnic minorities, members of the LGBTQ+ community, military veterans, and individuals with disabilities or who are neurodiverse.
Jefferies is an equal employment opportunity employer, and takes affirmative action to ensure that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, creed, color, national origin, ancestry, religion, gender, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, veteran or military status, genetic information, reproductive health decisions, or any other factor protected by applicable law. We are committed to hiring the most qualified applicants and complying with all federal, state, and local equal employment opportunity laws. As part of this commitment, Jefferies will extend reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities, as required by applicable law.
All employees must follow Jefferies' COVID-19 protocol policy, which is subject to change.