Chief Application Analyst

A career as a Chief Application Analyst / Electronic Trading Analyst means supporting Electronic Trading and Market Making at National Bank Financial Group.

You will work with our developers, quants, traders and technology experts to implement, test and continuously deliver new features and products to our customers.

Your job 

• Understand and become familiar with existing and new trading technologies at NBC as well as in the industry
• Be responsible for reviewing, testing and deploying Market data and Order Entry feed handlers
• Assist in the development of small applications (C++, Java) to assist in our day-to-day support activities
• Be responsible for day-to-day support of trading systems and all components within the system
• Be responsible for post trade activities such as drop copies, etc.
• Interact with internal partners as well as key vendors in all aspects of this role
• Document all efforts for support, maintenance and reference purposes using existing tools.

Your team

The IT and Operations team is made up of more than 5500 proactive, collaborative experts who work with agility to seize opportunities, stay on the cutting edge of technology, and continuously improve our processes.

The Vice-Presidency, Financial Markets Technology, has more than 100 specialists who work agile, proactive and collaborative to seize opportunities, stay on the cutting edge of technology and continuously improve processes.

You are part of a team of 7 colleagues in the Electronic Trading sector and will report to the Senior Manager.

Our team stands out for its high level of expertise, its ongoing collaboration with the development, strategy and negotiation teams, and its commitment to innovation and operational excellence.

Our goal is to offer you maximum flexibility to promote your quality of life. This includes a hybrid work environment and a flexible and adaptable schedule.

The Bank values continuous development and internal mobility. Our personalised training programs, based on on-the-job learning, help you master your profession and develop new fields of expertise. Tools such as the Data Academy, Language Training, Harvard Learning Centre and coaching and mentoring support are available to you at any time.

Prerequisites

• Degree in Computer/Software Engineering, or related discipline with a minimum of 1+ years of experience as a Java Developer
• Working knowledge/Experience with Trading Systems, EMS/OMS, SOR’s are assets
• Experience with Perl, Linux, Python, Cloud computing are assets
• Knowledge of C++, Java, an asset
• Data Science, Machine learning and A.I. experience or exposure, an asset
• Enjoy and have interest working within the dynamic environment of Capital/Financial Markets.

Languages: French, English
Reason to require this language: you will need to work closely with our colleagues outside Quebec.
Required skills: Application Support, Artificial Intelligence, C++, Capital Markets, Cybersecurity, Flow Trading, Functional Analysis, Initiative, Java, Linux, Perl, Python, Resiliency, Teamwork, Trading

Your benefits
In addition to competitive compensation, upon hiring you’ll be eligible for a wide range of flexible benefits to help promote your wellbeing and that of your family such as:

* Health and wellness program, including many options
* Flexible group insurance
* Generous pension plan
* Employee Share Ownership Plan
* Employee and family assistance program
* Preferential banking services
* Involvement in community initiatives
* Telemedicine service
* Virtual sleep clinic

We have an offer that keeps up with trends as well as your needs and those of your family.

Our dynamic work environments and cutting-edge collaboration tools foster a positive employee experience. We value employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication are encouraged.

Making a bold move in a people-first environment
We’re a bank on a human scale that stands out for its courage, entrepreneurial culture, and passion for people. Our mission is to have a positive impact on people’s lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusion is central to our commitments. We aim, wherever possible, to provide a barrier-free and accessible environment to all employees.

We strive to provide accessibility measures throughout the recruitment process within the limits of our available resources. If you require accommodations, feel free to let us know during our initial conversations. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Join us!