Job summary
Job post source
This job is directly from SMBC Group
Job overview
The Software Developer - C/C++ role at SMBC Group involves developing and maintaining software applications to support derivatives trading and post-trade processing, impacting the efficiency of trading operations.
Responsibilities and impact
The candidate will enhance post-trade processing functions, design and develop business applications, migrate legacy systems to new platforms, support trading systems, and collaborate within the SMBC CM development team following company standards.
Compensation and benefits
The salary range is $113,000 to $170,000, with compensation based on qualifications and market analysis, plus eligibility for annual discretionary incentives and a competitive benefits package.
Experience and skills
Requires 3+ years in complex application development, experience with complicated data schemas, process flows, and data/object relations, proficiency in C/C++/C#/Python with advanced C preferred, OOD/OOP skills especially in C#, good SQL knowledge, teamwork, and problem-solving abilities.
Work environment and culture
SMBC Group offers a hybrid work model with options for remote and office work, emphasizing reasonable commuting distance and accommodating disabilities during the application process.
Company information
SMBC Group is a global financial group headquartered in Tokyo with a 400-year history, offering diverse financial services and operating in nearly 40 countries with over 80,000 employees.
Team overview
The role is part of the SMBC Capital Markets development team focused on derivatives trading systems, collaborating with developers in New York, London, and Hong Kong.
Job location and travel
The position is based in New York City with a hybrid work model requiring proximity to the office and potential in-office attendance depending on role requirements.
Application process
Applicants can request reasonable accommodations during the application process by contacting accommodations@smbcgroup.com; specific hybrid work schedules are discussed during interviews.
Unique job features
The role involves working on established derivatives trading systems with a focus on interest rates and foreign exchange, including legacy system migration and support for complex trading operations.
Company overview
SMBC Group, or Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation Group, is a leading global financial services conglomerate headquartered in Tokyo, Japan. It provides a wide range of services including commercial banking, leasing, securities, and consumer finance. The company generates revenue through interest income, fees, and commissions from its diverse financial products and services. Established in 2001 through the merger of Sumitomo Bank and Sakura Bank, SMBC Group has a rich history of strategic expansions and partnerships, making it a significant player in the global financial market.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight your experience with C/C++, emphasizing advanced C skills and your ability to design and develop complex applications in large environments, as SMBC Group values expertise in complicated data schemas and process flows.
Focus on showcasing your proficiency in object-oriented design and programming, particularly in C# and Python, along with strong SQL knowledge, to align with the technical requirements of the trading system development team.
Apply through multiple channels including SMBC Group’s corporate careers page and LinkedIn to maximize your visibility and chances of being noticed by recruiters for this role.
Connect with current employees in the SMBC Capital Markets development team on LinkedIn; start conversations by referencing recent developments in derivatives trading technology or asking about their experience with legacy system migrations to break the ice.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords such as 'C/C++', 'object-oriented design', 'SQL', 'trading systems', and 'legacy system migration' to ensure your application passes initial automated screenings.
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