Senior Developer (Java, Sybase) - ReqCode 4618

Position Summary:

Responsible for the analysis of project requirements and the development of technical specifications. Develops, tests, debugs and implements code for existing and/or proposed business applications and/or computer systems. Responsible for all procedural and code documentation on assigned projects. Has experience with all phases of application programming.

Principal Responsibilities:

Process Management
* Assists in the development of estimates for projects
* Contributes to defining time tables and project plans
* Assists in the definition of milestones

Project Coordination
* Project manage large scale initiatives
* Assists in coordinating the implementation of changes to improve performance against metric targets
* Provides support and on-the-job training to more junior or less experienced team members

Application Design
* Designs new systems
* Translates functional requirements into technical requirements and design

Application Development
* Designs and codes complex programs
* Evaluates complex client area requirements and processes
* Conducts analysis of organizational needs and goals for the development and implementation of application systems
* Provides application and user support and performs troubleshooting

Testing
* Reviews and refines test cases, scenarios and scripts to ensure applications quality
* Reviews and refines usability testing scenarios, and administers portions of the testing process
* Creates test transactions and runs component, assembly, and system tests for conformance to standards and adherence to design specifications
* Prepares the test environment
* Analyzes results of testing sessions and presents results
* Works with users to review test results to ensure they meet expected results
* Conforms to quality assurance test standards

Documentation
* Reviews documentation for the user describing the installation, use, and customization of products and services as necessary
* Uses product design specifications to direct development of useful documentation, help functions, and features

Experience:

Minimum of 5 years experience in application development and system analysis.

Knowledge and Skills Required:
* Quantitative background / experience preferred
* Demonstrates very strong communication skills
* Strong knowledge of J2EE, STRUTS, JAVA, JSP's, RAD 7.5 or higher, Applets
* Strong knowledge of Sybase, Stored Procedure programming, RDBMS Design, BCP, UNIX, Shell Scripting, PERL
* Strong technical troubleshooting abilities
* Strong overall knowledge of architecture and security standards
* Extensive experience developing system solutions servicing the financial services industry including equity, fixed income and derivative processing

Education, Training &/or Certification:
* Degree in a technical discipline or related experience preferred