Thursday, 26 June 2014

Software Engineer – Quantitative Applications Team #857 | FactSet Research System Inc. | Norwalk CT US


Software Engineer – Quantitative Applications Team #857  | FactSet Research System Inc. | Norwalk CT US


Software Engineer – Quantitative Applications Team

Job Code : 857
Location : Norwalk CT US 06851
Job Type : Full Time
Career Level : Entry Level
Education : Bachelor's Degree
Category : Software Engineering
Job Description :
The Quantitative Applications team is responsible for the continuing enhancement and development of Alpha Testing 3.0 and Portfolio Simulation 2.0. These applications assist institutional investors in the construction and optimization of investment portfolios. Engineering duties include the technical design, implementation, and support of the both applications and analytics/calculations, especially improving scalability and efficiency as we handle ever increasing data sets.

The FactSet Engineering team is composed of highly talented and motivated individuals, primarily selected from top-tier technical programs around the world. We believe in creating a loose team environment in which everyone can contribute individually, yet at the same time cultivating a community where engineers can depend on each other for help, learning, and development.


Our management approach is to trust and expect the best. We encourage developers to take initiative to complete projects, manage multiple tasks, and set their own individual day-to-day priorities. We also encourage creativity and innovation. In our friendly yet professional atmosphere, FactSet offers an excellent opportunity to grow and be a part of a successful team.
Job Requirements :
- BS or MS in Computer Science or equivalent
- Experience in programming with C++ or an OOP language
- Desire to work in a collaborate team environment

Highly Desired Skills:
- Comprehensive understanding of programming principles
- Strong C++ programming skills
- Programming in a multi-threaded, distributed environment
- Excellent understanding of OS, kernel and CPU architectures
- UNIX or VMS system programming environments
- Strong mathematical skills, interest in financial concepts
- Strong communication skills, with both technical and non-technical people
- Self-motivating and proactive

FactSet Research Systems is a major supplier of online integrated financial and economic information for analysts, portfolio managers, investment bankers and other financial professionals. FactSet combines more than 200 databases into a single online information system that is a comprehensive, one-stop source of financial information and analytics.

FactSet, a leading provider of financial information and analytics, helps the world’s best investment professionals outperform. In 2012, FactSet was ranked as one of Fortune’s “100 Best Companies to Work For” for the fourth time. With over $806 million in annual revenues, FactSet is headquartered in Norwalk, Connecticut and employs over 5,700 people globally.

Please apply at www.factset.com/careers

It is the policy of FactSet Research Systems Inc. ("FactSet") to provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment regardless of their race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, physical or mental disability, genetic information, protected veteran status, pregnancy, military or military reserve obligations, or any other class or status protected by law. This policy applies to all policies and procedures related to recruitment, hiring, training, promotion, compensation, benefits, transfer, discharge, and other terms and conditions of employment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
 
 




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