Application Developer (C#) - 6 months contract

Group Overview The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure. Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions. The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world's leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform. The Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,300 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world's most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist. Job duties: We are looking for an Application Developer to design and code functional programs and applications. You will work as part of a small team with some degree of operational support and user system training required. A great Application Developer has excellent knowledge of at least one programming language. They must be familiar with a variety of operating systems and platforms. The ideal candidate will also have an analytical mind-set and a keen eye for detail. The goal is to write "clean" and flawless code to produce fully functional software applications according to requirements.

• Develop (code, test, deliver) or modify as required Equity Derivatives system(s) to meet business and quality requirements
• Provide Operation Support Services throughout the trading day to ensure continuous operation and availability.
• Liaise with business users and technical managers to define requirements and ensure that global standards are met and maintained throughout the lifecycle.
• Documentation of code, algorithms, interfaces and APIs and maintained in a standard repository.
• Provide support personnel with appropriate system knowledge and understanding.
• Responsibility for ensuring that you are fully aware of and adhere to internal policies that relate to you, your role or any other activities for which you have any level of responsibility. It is your responsibility to ensure compliance with operational risk requirements (e.g. cultural behaviours, security policies and regulatory requirements)
• Complete any mandatory training by the required deadlines.
• Act with integrity and due skill, care and diligence in carrying out your duties.
• Maintain a broad knowledge of state-of-the-art technology and systems.

Person Specification Knowledge

• Understanding of options, equities, and other financial instruments is preferred
• Strong MS platform knowledge and experience essential

Experience

• Minimum 3 years of strong experience with programming in Visual Studio .Net, particularly C#.
• Experience with both UI (WPF) and application/service tier development (WCF)
• Database design and programming (preferably with SQL Server 2012/2016 experience)
• Financial markets experience especially equity product is preferred
• Must be familiar with the software development life cycle

Skills

• Aptitude to write clean, commented and optimized codes
• A team player and has a can-do attitude with excellent written and verbal communications
• Communicates effectively and efficiently to internal and external stakeholders
• Demonstrates ability to work effectively with others
• Constructively handles disagreements to reach a resolution
• Ability to work with diverse groups/ personalities
• Open to innovative ideas/ experiences and ability to create new ideas, approaches or insights
• Seeks opportunities for improvements
• Handles situations and problems with innovation and creativity
• Is a self-starter
• Shows evidence of being comfortable working in fast paced or pressured environments
• Enjoys a challenge and is able to escalate
• Does not give up easily
• Excellent attention to detail, highly organised with a proactive approach
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills

Not The Perfect Fit? Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us. Company Statement We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement. Location Singapore - 50 Raffles Place - Singapore