Work Location:

New York, New York, United States of America

Hours:

40

Line of Business:

TDB New York Branch

Pay Detail:

$200,000 - $225,000 USD

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Job Description:

Preferred Qualifications:

The TDS Veritas Platform is the cross-asset pricing and risk management platform for TD Securities. TDS Veritas is also the strategic storage and compute infrastructure for numerous business-aligned products used by front office users as well as risk management functions in the Investment Bank.

These products include many user-facing applications used for real-time risk, scenario risk, electronic trading, and scalable data analytics and are utilized by a variety of users including traders, desk managers, risk managers, and sales teams.

TDS Data & Analytics is looking for a Senior Software Engineer with a strong interest and experience in Back-End development with a focus on building services that help solve Big Data problems. Our team has been tasked to build tools to help transform the bank and empower our users (Front Office Traders, Risk Managers, Operations and more) to better explore and understand large datasets.

Technology

The TDS Veritas Platform is predominantly a system composed of numerous microservices built on open source technologies. We pride ourselves on leveraging modern tools and technologies that best solve our business problems.

The technology stack that is in place today utilizes the likes of:

Java 12 and Scala for general purpose programmingNetty, ZeroMQ, and raw sockets for remotingBerkeleyDB and Apache Cassandra for data storageApache Kafka and Apache Beam for streaming and distributionC++ and JNI for quant libraryAngularJS and React for UI developmentGoogle Protocol Buffers for serializationHDFS, Apache Hive, Apache Spark for scalable analyticsGraphite and Graphana for metricsLinux as the operating system (Open Suse moving to RHEL 7)

Roadmap & Responsibilities

A Software Engineer will contribute to the design and development of a variety of tools and technologies that are part of our streaming data infrastructure which includes market observable quotes distribution, synthetic quote generation, pricing engine grids, and distribution of events to a variety of user interfaces.

These are components where performance and scalability really count and they are heavily relied on by some of the most utilized products on the TDS Veritas Platform namely Transparency Pricing (electronic trading), Transparency Trader (real-time risk), and Transparency Dealer (quoting).

Software Engineers take part in the development and design of new features and components as we continue to broaden the scope of the platform to other product areas and will ensure that the technical infrastructure continues to scale with the ever increasing demands of the business for years to come.

Desired Qualifications

Experience in designing, implementing, and supporting highly scalable data systems in Scala and/or Java.Experience with Hadoop-ecosystem technologies in particular MapReduce, Spark / Spark-SQL / Spark Streaming, Hive, YARN.Experience building and running large-scale data pipelines, including distributed messaging such as Kafka, data ingest to/from multiple source to feed batch and/or near-realtime/steaming compute components.Experience in data-modeling and data-architecture optimized for big data patterns. (i.e. warehousing concepts; efficient storage and query on HDFS; data privacy and security techniques).

Desired Interpersonal Skills

Takes great personal pride in building robust softwareStrong sense of ownershipPassionate about programming and computer scienceEnjoys working in a fast-paced environmentHas excellent written and verbal communication skillsHas strong customer focus

The Team

Our team is made up of a number of technology and software engineering enthusiasts coming from a variety of diverse backgrounds and industries. Last year we welcomed the third Computer Science PhD to the team which further solidified our commitment to thought leadership and excellence in Computer Science and Software Engineering.

We participate in a number of industry events and engage with a variety of companies to find relevant and modern solutions to technical and business challenges that we face. In the past year various team members took part in:

OSCON - Open Source ConventionStrata + Hadoop WorldQCon

…and dozens of local and regional meetups that we attended as a team.

We also collaborated with Google and IBM to build innovative prototypes that used Natural Language Processing, Machine Learning, and Cloud Computing to demonstrate how we can utilize these technologies to build and deliver solutions tailored to the business challenges that we face.

We were really excited to win the bank-wide hackathon as well as the TDS Shark Tank challenge and show that we can be relied on as a source of good ideas as well as executing on those ideas when needed.

We also know how to have fun by organizing and participating in various social events. In the last year alone we organized team trips to the driving range, bowling, baseball games, ski trips, and of course: frequent trips to the bar.

The Director Technology Solutions TDB is responsible for managing multiple, broad and highly complex teams and/or projects which are diverse in scope. This role is responsible for setting the direction at an operational level, works autonomously in the management of the unit and collaborates with other business heads to establish and execute on the strategic direction of the business units Computing and networking infrastructure.

Depth & Scope:

Develops the strategic direction of Compute and Network InfrastructureDirects/manages a large group of IT professionalsDirects/manages large-scale applications/ projects across multiple product lines/ businesses, involving significant scope and complexityUnderstands strategic direction (including financials) and champions alliances to benefit the Bank and/or department; advocates for operational improvements to enhance the divisions value to the organizationDirects the development of resolutions, plans and strategies for operational advancementManages the development, delivery and/or support of products and services for a range of business partners to support them in meeting business objectives/ goalsManages the integration of all systems, projects and technical interfaces to ensure a high level of service and support to the client and efficient system operationMakes decisions to build/buy/reuse system components to meet business expectations and project deliverablesMeasures and monitors the level of service, analyzes trends, agrees on service target levels, and determines appropriate actionsComplies with the system development life cycle (SDLC) and project management methodology (PMLC) - including development of project plans, documentation of system requirements, estimates of scope and cost, etcConducts/oversees IT planning with internal clients, prioritize activities and allocate resources consistent with business strategy and objectivesNegotiates and documents project deliverables, timelines, project charters / costing, roles, responsibilities and critical milestonesEnsures operational, reputational, and proprietary risks are minimized and focus on process improvementSupports/Develops sound business cases with an on-going focus on reusability, scalability, innovation, and enterprise-wide solutionsEstablishes project teams and ensure agreed deliverables are communicated and delivered within time, budget and quality parametersEnsures all testing, quality assurance and post-implementation reviews are conducted against critical success factors, per the project plan and objectivesImproves timeliness of delivery while balancing quality and price of solutions / services offeredManages appropriate recovery of costs to ensure effective cost management within own area and develop / manage budgets for IT related activitiesFollows process management discipline for change management of all systems managedEnsures compliance with IT Disaster Recovery Plan (DRP) and the departments Business Recovery Plan (BRP)Enhances knowledge/expertise in own area and keep current with industry and/or business trendsEnsures a close relationship is maintained with clients, in order to keep informed of their business needs and directionMeasures the level of service to business partners, analyze trends, and determine appropriate actions where applicableMaintains effective dialogue with regulatory bodies and standards organizationsIdentifies vendors/ TDBG areas able to provide IT related services and partner with clients in developing business cases, RFI / RFP, etc. consistent with business requirements and guidelinesManages vendor relationships; ensure timely/accurate communication and resolution of issues; monitor billings/expenses against contracts; prioritize new/existing projectsActs as an integrator of solutions, provide flexibility, and ensure a good understanding of technology choices by offering and negotiating options with the clientsCommunicates project status and provide timely escalation of issues to ensure project objectives are metActs as an expert consultant / resource in Infrastructure strategy, architecture and design, internally and externallyProvides insight, information and recommendations on industry trends and significant issuesPromotes/develops IT awareness and technical understanding of business partners / clientsDevelop and manage a team of professional resources by recruiting, training, coaching and conducting performance assessment of team membersPromotes and supports an environment that encourages productivity, innovation, teamwork, and a high level of professionalismProvides leadership to attract/retain high quality people, including appropriate employee communication, sound structure/processes, succession planning, etcContributes to the management team by sharing knowledge / expertise and contributing to sound decisionsParticipates in knowledge transfer ensure timely and accurate communication of business objectives throughout the group and articulate the group mandate to other areasCoaches team members and provide ongoing feedback to ensure achievement of business, department and individual goals. Works effectively as a team, supporting other members of the team in achieving business objectives and providing client servicesFosters a cohesive team environment within own team and across IT as a whole

Education & Experience:

Bachelors degree in technology, business, or related field, or equivalent work experience5-7 years of IT experience with 3 years of this experience within the financial services industryAlternatively, experience with consulting or auditing in regards to IT, completing enterprise risk assessments. Management experience is a plusExpert knowledge of Bank and technology standards (e.g., infrastructure, architecture, processes, applications) from a strategic perspective and managing/ directing teams and projects Advanced and thorough understanding of businesses and/or organizational practices/ disciplinesSound knowledge of external competition, industry and/or market trends in relation to own businessMust have a strong understanding of internal controls, with a good understanding of operationsBank regulatory knowledge a plusAbility to manage multiple roles and projectsMust be detail oriented and possess problem-solving skillsMust be very self-motivated, working independently under minimum supervisionExcellent analytical skills are requiredMust be able to handle complex control issues or unknown processesProject management skills are neededHas proven skills of managing projects and people to get projects done on timeProficient in interpersonal communication (both oral and written), and have the ability to communicate effectively with all levels of staff and management

Who We Are

TD Securities offers a wide range of capital markets products and services to corporate, government, and institutional clients who choose us for our innovation, execution, and experience. With more than 6,500 professionals operating out of 40 cities across the globe, we help clients meet their needs today and prepare for tomorrow. Our services include underwriting and distributing new issues, providing trusted advice and industry-leading insight, extending access to global markets, and delivering integrated transaction banking solutions. In 2023, we acquired Cowen Inc., offering our clients access to a premier U.S. equities business and highly-diverse equity research franchise, while growing our strong, diversified investment bank. We are growth-oriented, people-focused, and community-minded. As a team, we work to deliver value for our clients every day.

Our Total Rewards Package
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Additional Information:
We’re delighted that you’re considering building a career with TD. Through regular development conversations, training programs, and a competitive benefits plan, we’re committed to providing the support our colleagues need to thrive both at work and at home.

Colleague Development
If you’re interested in a specific career path or are looking to build certain skills, we want to help you succeed. You’ll have regular career, development, and performance conversations with your manager, as well as access to an online learning platform and a variety of mentoring programs to help you unlock future opportunities. Whether you have a passion for helping customers and want to expand your experience, or you want to coach and inspire your colleagues, there are many different career paths within our organization at TD – and we’re committed to helping you identify opportunities that support your goals.

Training & Onboarding
We will provide training and onboarding sessions to ensure that you’ve got everything you need to succeed in your new role.

Interview Process
We’ll reach out to candidates of interest to schedule an interview. We do our best to communicate outcomes to all applicants by email or phone call.

Accommodation

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