Job Title: Fidessa Developer
Location: Jersey City, NJ
Full Time
Job Description
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
· hands-on Fidessa server-side development experience.
· Strong knowledge of the Fidessa Product Suite, including CASE, FBL, TOP, OMAR, TMAR, PMAC, PARS, NMS, FIX, APAS, and FDA.
· Deep understanding of the FIX Protocol and related message flows.
· Strong scripting experience using TCL and Unix/Linux Shell Scripting.
· Hands-on experience working on Linux and Windows platforms.
· Experience with Agile SDLC methodologies and best practices.
· Front Office application development experience supporting trading systems.
· Strong understanding of equities trading workflows, order management, and market structure.
· Experience with system integration, application support, troubleshooting, and performance tuning.
· Strong Core Java development experience.
· Hands-on experience with FDX and Sybase.
· FTW development experience.
· Exposure to DevOps, CI/CD pipelines, and automation frameworks.
· Excellent analytical, design, and problem-solving skills.
Functional Skills
· Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously.
· Self-motivated with strong ownership and accountability.
· Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
· Strong interest in capital markets and trading technologies.
· Detail-oriented with commitment to quality and timely delivery.
Roles & Responsibilities
· Design, develop, enhance, and maintain Fidessa-based trading applications within the Front Office environment.
· Support and administer multiple Fidessa trading systems, ensuring high availability and performance.
· Integrate Fidessa components with enterprise applications and market systems using FIX and other interfaces.
· Develop and customize Fidessa solutions to meet business, functional, and regulatory requirements.
· Perform Fidessa product upgrades, enhancements, and platform maintenance activities.
· Collaborate with Traders, Business Analysts, Project Managers, and Development Teams to deliver business-critical solutions.
· Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement sustainable fixes.
· Enable and support Fidessa applications on DevOps CI/CD pipelines and automation toolchains.
· Participate in system integration testing, release deployments, and production support activities.
· Monitor system performance and implement optimizations to improve stability and scalability.
· Ensure adherence to Agile SDLC processes, coding standards, and governance requirements.
· Take ownership of assigned deliverables and drive them to successful completion.
· Continuously improve understanding of equities trading workflows and provide technical support to trading desks.