Application Analyst

This position supports Electronic Trading and Market Making at National Bank Financial Group.

• Are you ready to join our team of designers, builders and integrators of world class trading technology?

  
  

• Are you motivated by accomplishing remarkable things that have a positive impact and change the world?

As our newest Application Analyst / Electronic Trading Analyst, 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

  
  

• Be responsible for day-to-day support of trading systems and all components within the system

• Participate in design discussions and produce design/functional artifacts as required

  
  

• Assist in user requirement process, task breakdown, effort estimation and implementation of new software features in an incremental manner using agile methodologies

• Optimize processes and improve the efficiency of the technology

  
  

• Research new technologies and software solutions – out-of-the-box innovative thinkers are highly valued

• 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

• Documentation of all efforts for support, maintenance and reference purposes using existing tools.

  
  

We want to contribute to your quality of life by offering you as much flexibility as possible in your work. For example, we offer hybrid work (remote and in the office), work schedule arrangements to help you achieve work/life balance and flexible leave that you can take when it’s important to you.

Prerequisites

• Degree in Computer/Software Engineering, or related discipline. Development experience is an asset.

  
  
  

• Working knowledge or experience with Trading Systems, EMS/OMS, SOR’s are strongly encouraged.

• Working knowledge of stock exchanges, trade flow, asset classes, and the Canadian markets are strongly encouraged.

  
  

• Experience and working ability with Linux and Python strongly encouraged.

• Experience with C++ is an asset.

  
  

• The ability to multitask and prioritize and function in a dynamic environment and perform under pressure is a must.

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.

• 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
• Opportunities to get involved in community initiatives
• Telemedicine service
• Virtual sleep clinic

These are a few of the benefits available to you. 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 actively listen to employees’ ideas. Whether through our surveys or programs, regular feedback and ongoing communication is encouraged.

We’re putting people first

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 peoples’ lives. Our core values of partnership, agility, and empowerment inspire us, and inclusivity is central to our commitments. We offer a barrier-free workplace that is accessible to all employees.

We want our recruitment process to be fully accessible. If you require accommodation, feel free to let us know during your first conversations with us. We welcome all candidates! What can you bring to our team?

Come live your ambitions with us!