Application Programmer III

Job Title: Application Programmer III - KDB Developer (FICC Technology)

Location: Jersey City, NJ - 3 days onsite required

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $68.25/hr (W2)

Job ID: 372473

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Application Programmer III (KDB Developer) to join our Fixed Income, Currencies, and Commodities (FICC) technology team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in KDB/q development, UNIX/Linux, and scripting and a proven ability to deliver low-latency, highly available, globally deployed data platforms for front-office analytics. This is not a lead role.

Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and enhance KDB-based data platforms for FICC front-office analytics.
• Maintain and support existing KDB-based FICC data platforms with a focus on stability and performance.
• Translate changing and ambiguous business requirements into cohesive technical solutions that support future extension.
• Build and deploy multi-tier, high-availability, globally distributed systems.
• Develop ETL processes and data pipelines supporting tick data storage and analytics.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders and development teams across EMEA, APAC, and the US in an agile model.
• Leverage peripheral technologies including Python, UNIX shell scripting, and Hadoop-related tools as needed.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent large-scale IT experience.
• 4+ years of hands-on KDB/q development with strong knowledge of q internals (tp, rdb, hdb, tick data storage).
• Proficiency in UNIX/Linux environments and client-server/distributed systems.
• Strong scripting skills in Python, Perl, and UNIX shell.
• Experience designing and developing ETL processes for data warehouses.
• Demonstrated critical thinking and problem-solving ability in complex environments.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with FICC business domains such as FX, Rates, and Credit within large financial institutions.
• Experience with Python for data engineering and tooling.
• Exposure to Hadoop and related big data technologies.
• Knowledge of Java.

Soft Skills:

• Effective written and oral communication.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative approach within global, agile teams.

Additional Details:

• Start: ASAP.
• Onsite: 3 days per week in Jersey City, NJ. Must put location on resume.
• Glider: Candidate Identification only.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume and ensure your current location is listed.