ApTask ยท 1 month ago
KDB Developer
Jersey City, NJ
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
8+ years expApTask is a leading global provider of workforce solutions and talent acquisition services. They are seeking a KDB Developer to develop core systems based on KDB+ technology, build scalable real-time processing solutions, and ensure the operational stability of KDB applications while collaborating with business stakeholders.
Human ResourcesInformation TechnologySmall and Medium BusinessesStaffing Agency
Responsibilities
Developing core systems and frameworks based on KDB+ technology
Building scalable real-time processing solutions using agile methodologies
Storing large amounts of cross-asset market data (e.g., equities, fixed income, FX) for real-time and historical access
Partnering with business stakeholders, including traders and quantitative analysts, to capture requirements and deliver solutions
Ensuring the operational stability, resiliency, and performance of KDB applications
Developing high-quality production code and participating in code reviews
Identifying opportunities for automation and improving the overall stability of software applications
Making KDB data accessible to cloud-native applications for research and AI purposes
Qualification
Required
Deep understanding of KDB+ technology and the Q language. This is a hands-on role, and expertise in building large-scale platforms is often required
Experience with KDB+tick design and data organization, as well as the performance implications of different architectural approaches
Practical experience developing/running large datasets, optimizing query performance, and building resilient/high-availability KDB applications
Proficiency in the Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) and advanced understanding of agile methodologies like CI/CD, application resiliency, and security
Hands-on practical experience delivering system design, application development, testing, and operational stability
Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think creatively about solutions
Preferred
AWS Experience: Many positions mention current migration projects to AWS, so knowledge of AWS compute services and storage tiers is a plus
Programming Languages: Experience in other languages such as Python (including PyKX), Java, C, or C++ is often beneficial
Financial Markets Knowledge: Fundamental knowledge of electronic trading markets, from market data to order placement, is highly valued
Company
ApTask
ApTask is a staffing and recruiting company offering staffing, project, and workforce solutions.
201-500 employees
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