Title: .Net Developer with C# Location: NYC Duration: Long Term Contract Start Date: ASAP Job Description: We are seeking a highly skilled C#/.NET Developer with experience in desktop-based applications and a strong background in the Equity Derivatives and/or SWAP business. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of financial markets and instruments, particularly in equity derivatives or swaps, and will be responsible for creating robust unit testing modules for Windows service-based applications, as well as automating test harnesses. Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and maintain desktop-based applications specifically tailored for Equity Derivative and SWAP business functionalities.
- Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to translate business requirements into technical specifications.
- Design and implement Windows service-based applications with a focus on performance, scalability, and security.
- Develop comprehensive unit testing modules to validate the functionality and performance of Windows services.
- utomate test harnesses to streamline the testing process and ensure consistent quality.
- Participate in code reviews and adhere to best practices in software development.
- Maintain up-to-date knowledge of C#/.NET programming, design patterns, and application development methodologies.
- Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues within the application and related systems.
- Document technical designs, processes, and procedures for cross-team knowledge sharing and future maintenance.
- Work closely with the quality assurance team to ensure delivery of high-quality and reliable software.
- Provide technical support and guidance to junior developers and team members.
- Stay abreast of new trends and best practices in software development and introduce them to the team where beneficial.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Hands on experience in C#/.NET development, particularly with desktop applications.
- Proven experience in the financial services industry, with a strong understanding of Equity Derivatives and/or SWAP business.
- Expertise in developing unit testing modules for Windows services.
- Experience with test automation and familiarity with test harness frameworks.
- Proficient understanding of code versioning tools, such as Git.
- Strong understanding of object-oriented programming and design patterns.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication and interpersonal abilities.
Desirable Skills:
- Experience with WPF, WinForms, or other GUI libraries in .NET for desktop application development.
- Familiarity with Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) pipelines.
- Knowledge of SQL and experience with database design and management.
- Experience with agile development methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.