Access VBA / Excel Downtown Boston -- Financial Services!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is in the field of Financial Services. Their team lead is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience to assist the internal clients and the accounting team with VBA and Excel (csv) to extract data from a Microsoft Access database. These mutual funds related database maintains financial integrity that often needs to be able to produce reports for management/auditors. The reports you will generate will be simple CSV files using Excel. This is a great opportunity to grow you career and have the opportunity of contract-hire with a billion plus dollar company. All interested should apply to . Company is looking for interview quickly, please apply soon!<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: VBA, MS Access, Advanced MS Excel

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Web Developer - Ektron CMS400 in Boston, MA

This Client is a Web Development Consulting company- They have a short term need coming up starting in March and running upt o two months- They are looking for a .Net Web Developer not a Software Developer. The specific skill set they are looking for is someone with experience implementing Extron CMS 400.netEktron CMS400.NET is a software tool with everything you need to manage your site, in one extensible application. Content Management System

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Director of Engineering with Uncommon Talent in BOSTON, MA

Do you have uncommon dedication and commitment to achieving your personal goals? This mid-sized private company in the technology space is looking for an incredibly talented Director of Software Engineering to help spearhead their organization's growth. The company has worked hard to hire excellent team members for their IT department, and now they need a leader to work hand in hand with Chief Technology Officer. This is a hands-on Director of Software Engineering role, so you must have a strong architecture background and experience managing around 5 reports.

This is an excellent role for someone who is looking for an organization filled with people who are passionate about the mission they're all working on. For immediate consideration please email your resume to Rick Johanson at or call directly at 617-439-3000 ext 62368.
Experience: * 5+ years experience in software development.
* 3+ years experience as a Principle Software Engineer or equivalent.
* Director of Software Development or Software Engineering level experience preferred.
* Technical background should include a strong architecture background and preferably Cold Fusion experience.
* Bachelor's Degree required.

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3+ month ASP.NET / C# Web development (West Boston) in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience relating to ASP.NET and C#. This E-commerce client is looking for a candidate that can adapt in web development situations easily and excel using ASP.NET and C#. Any VB.NET experience is a plus as the experience framework on former client sites do utilize VB language as well. Primary skills should include: ASP.NET, C#, HTML, CSS and MySQL. Interested candidates should email right away! Client ready to interview ASAP<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Advanced .Net, MySQL, VB (Visual Basic), ASP.net

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PC Apps Support Developer in Boston, MA

The PC Applications Support Developer will support and maintain existing and newly implemented PC based applications. This position is for a senior level experienced developer. The selected person will be part of the Production Support team that supports all of our clients application systems. The developer is expected to provide resolution to trouble tickets, satisfy ad-hoc requests and perform general bug analysis and resolution. As this is a support position, there is minimal new development required in this position.
Experience: - Strong research and analysis skills for problem resolution- Strong written and verbal communication skills A- Ability to multitask and work in an environment of rapidly changing priorities- Working knowledge of MS-Access, VB, ASP.NET, Web Applications and Web Services using VB.Net - Working knowledge of Oracle and Access databases- Familiarity with Source Safe & PVCS- Ability to work individually or within a team environment in a fast paced environment- Ability to share on call support during work hours, Monday through Friday Preferred Technical Qualifications:. Visual Basic 3.0, 4.0 and 5.0. MS-Access 2.0, 97 and 2000. VB.NET 2005. Oracle (8i/9i/10g) . Crystal Reports. Microsoft operating systems. Object Oriented design and developmentNice To Have Technical Qualifications:. Clipper. FoxPro . Perl. 'C'

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Innovative Developer with Content Mngmt Exp. -Java, PHP,J2ee in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a innovative developer to assist with their role in health industry. This qualified professional should have experience developing on multiple platforms including and highly concentrated on Java, J2ee, PHP and MySQL. As a pre-requisite this candidate should have experience with a content management system (preferably TeamSite). All candidates interested should apply, . ASAP, this position will start ASAP. Contract position for all developers with Java, Teamsite fundamentals.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Java, J2ee, PHP, MySQL, TeamSite

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Equities Lead Systems Analyst in Boston, MA

To submit your resume for this position, you must include BOTH your desired annual salary and current annual salary broken down between base + bonus! NO EXCEPTIONS!

You must also include a short paragraph in the body of your email which briefly summarizes matches from your professional experience to the "Required Background/Experience" and "Major Pluses To Have" sections below. We appreciate your time in advance on this matter.

Sorry, but we DO NOT sponsor H1-B transfers or TN-1 Visas for this career opportunity. You must be a citizen or permanent resident

As an Equities Lead Systems Analyst, you will be involved with the Equities Trading System and Equity research and reporting solutions developed in house. You will work with investment personnel to analyze and implement small projects, delivering custom solutions to be used in the investment process. This includes but is not limited to all aspects of the definition, implementation, and support of a new Equity Trading Platform. Daily activities will include project management, requirements gathering, application design, code reviews, implementation, testing, end-user training, and transition management. This position requires project and client management and delivery skills as well as excellent analytical and communication skills, and strong trading domain knowledge. Our trading system is available on a 24-hour basis, supporting Equity, Fixed Income, and derivatives trading in all global markets.

Duties/Responsibilities

This role is 20 to 30% analysis (gathering requirements, working directly with the Equity Portfolio Managers) and the remainder is implementation
Partner with the equity trading business to collect, document, and implement the requirements of the new Equity Trading system
Proactively identify opportunities for new and improved systems
Take ownership for the delivery of functionality, working collaboratively with other teams to design, implement, test, and support the trading system
Participate in the development of project estimates and schedules
Lead and mentor a team of systems analysts and consultants
Develop deep expertise in the Equity Trading system, workflows, and data
Train and educate team members on Equity Trading
Work collaboratively with Portfolio Management, Compliance, Accounting, and Infrastructure
Work collaboratively with QA and software engineering teams in a matrix structure
Document, track, and research production issues and work with the appropriate teams on the resolution
Work with traders to prioritize needs and ensure communication to keep them appraised of progress
Serve as a key point of contact for the business and IS teams
Perform data gap analysis and facilitate remediation efforts
Plan and manage small support projects and perform development and deployment
You will be leading a team of consultants

You must possess the following qualities:

Solid Systems Analysis skills
Solid skills interacting with Traders
Delivery-oriented personality
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communications skills
Estimating and planning skills
Self-motivated and willing to work in an energetic, fast paced team environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with business and IS teams

Employee Benefits

We will reimburse relocation expenses
Vacations - from two weeks to five weeks, based on length of service
11 paid holidays
2 paid floating holidays to be used in the summer time
125% Tuition Reimbursement with an A grade, 100% for a B or Pass (in a Pass/Fail course)
PPO Health Plan/Dental Plan/Short & Long term disability/Life Insurance
Up to 25% bonus
Retirement & Pension Plan: Profit sharing contribution of 15% on top of your yearly compensation (Base plus Bonus), Vested from day one
Personal Computing Reimbursement
Commuting Expense Program
Chartered Financial Analyst Program

All applications for this position are accepted via email.
Experience: Required Background/Experience

7+ years systems analysis experience in Equities Trading or Portfolio Management
5+ years experience in a systems role directly supporting investment professionals
Strong Microsoft Office Application expertise, in particular with Excel and the creation and maintenance of Excel VBA macros
Proficient at delivering applications using Excel, VBA.NET, and SQL
Experience leading developers
Extensive understanding of investment research and reporting requirements, the investment process, equity and
derivative securities, and market data services
Large Build and Implementation experience specifically
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans
Exposure to iterative development processes
Strong knowledge of order management systems (OMS), Financial Information eXchange protocol (FIX), electronic trading practices, and markets
Trading vendor experience with vendors such as MacGregor, Charles River, and LatentZero

Major Pluses to have

PL/SQL skills
Experience with Factset or Bloomberg is highly desired
Experience with Oracle Database Development tools.
Development experience with Microsoft .NET development would be a strong plus!
Equity Trading domain knowledge
CFA or demonstrated progress toward a CFA


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Batch Operator in Boston, MA

Job Title: Batch Operator

Work location: Boston, MA

Zip Code: 02109


Description:

The position is an Batch Operator position working at a Customer Site in Boston, performing Server and Batch Monitoring that consists of both Intel and Unix environments. The two batch applications used are Argent and AutoSys. A basic knowledge of ticketing applications is preferred.

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Web Production Artist in BOSTON, MA

Our client, a local ad agency, is in need of a freelance Mac web production artist to produce web banner ads, landing pages and promotions. The web production artist will be responsible for administering design and copy updates as directed, as well as enabling the flash animation. Must have solid skills in Flash 9, Actionscript and HTML.

This contract is for the month of April. Please contact us today to be submitted for this opportunity: 617-526-8899.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Intermediate Web Optimization, Intermediate Photoshop, Advanced HTML, Advanced Flash, Intermediate Illustrator.

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Javascript w/ DOM fundamentals, DHTML and XML-QA Developer!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified javascript developer who can sift through existing code and use DOM fundamentals to accurately fix and make changes to existing javascript, DHTML code using DOM as the specific javascript format. QA qualities and a keen eye will help this developer solve broken code and this widely based educational facility to resolve existing web problems. This project is short term but has a lot of potential to become an asset and work future projects. All interested should apply to directly. Please contact ASAP, this position will start March 31st.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Javascript, DHMTL, DOM scripting, XML

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Lead Systems Analyst Global Equity Trading, Derivatives in Boston, MA

Strong Client Relationship skills required: This is a strong business facing role working directly with Traders and Trade Administrators. This individual will interface with the Strategic Derivatives Program.

2. Strong Systems Analysis skills required, ideally in a Trading environment.

3. Domain Knowledge: OTC Derivatives (i.e. Swaps, Options, Futures, etc.), preferably Equity Derivatives experience is sought but will also look at Fixed Income Derivatives as long as the candidate is comfortable working with the Global Equity Systems group.

4. This is a Lead level role. The candidate will be guiding and directing a consultant team. Project Management experience is highly desired.

Keys to this Position:

The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and communication skills.
8+ years systems analysis experience in Financial Services preferably Trading or Portfolio Management
3 years experience leading other analysts
Domain knowledge in OTC derivatives
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans

Experience: 8+ years systems analysis experience in Financial Services preferably Trading or Portfolio Management
3 years experience leading other analysts
Estimating and planning skills
Domain knowledge in OTC derivatives
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communications skills
Strong knowledge of order management systems (OMS), Financial Information eXchange protocol (FIX), electronic trading practices and markets
Self-motivated and willing to work in an energetic, fast paced team environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with business and IS teams
PL/SQL skills a plus
Iterative development experience preferred
A candidate with Trading Vendor experience such as MacGregor, Charles River, LatentZero would be a good fit


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Lead Systems Analyst Equity Systems in Boston, MA

1. This position is 20 to 30% analysis (gathering requirements, working directly with the Equity Portfolio Managers and Research Analysts) and the remainder is Implementation (delivering applications using Excel, VBA.NET and SQL) and support.

2. Technical Requirement: Excel/VBA macros, Oracle, PL/SQL

3. We are seeking a Strong Senior level individual that is detail oriented and has very good Client Relationship skills with Traders, PM's, Risk Managers, etc.

4. Project Management and Team leadership. This individual will be leading strategic initiatives.

5. Experience with Factset or Bloomberg is highly desired.


Experience: Strong understanding of the investment process, equity and derivative securities, and market data services.
Strong Microsoft Office Application expertise, in particular with Excel and the creation/maintenance of Excel VBA macros.
Strong PL/SQL skills and prior experience with Oracle 8I and Oracle development tools.
Prior experience with Microsoft .NET development would be a strong plus
Previous experience leading other developers is required
5+ years experience in a systems role directly supporting investment professionals
7+ years of professional experience
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Strong motivation and ability to work in a fast paced team oriented environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
A CFA or demonstrated progress toward a CFA would be considered a plus
Bachelor's degree required


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.NET Developer ( VB.NET and ASP.NET ) in BOSTON, MA

Our growing technology client is seeking a mid-level .NET programmer to join its development team.

Seeking a candidate with at least 2 years of .NET experience. In this role you will be responsible for various aspects of application development including design, development, testing, implementation and support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, dynamic development team with room for growth.

This is a full-time position that includes excellent benefits, generous bonus and a great team environment.
Experience: * Minimum of 2 plus years of experience with .NET ( VB.net and/or ASP.net)
* Experience with SQL Server,SQL
* Must be a team player and able to learn quickly
* Applicants interested in applying to this position should email resumes directly to

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Sr. Network Administrator with Citrix experience in BOSTON, MA

Our large client is seeking a Sr. Network Administrator who has experience managing a network as well as making recommendations and implementing enhancements to hardware, software, security, and overall stability of the network. This position requires experience with Citrix as well as a solid understanding of windows servers, desktops and network infrastructure.
Experience: * Four plus years of IT experience in a large environment
* Experience with Citrix, Exchange, Windows Servers, Desktops, LAN/WAN.
* Some experience with Cisco and SQL Server preferred
* Bachelors Degree or equivalent
* Excellent communication and customer service skills
* This position includes excellent benefits and room for growth
* Applicants interested in applying to this position should e-mail resumes directly to

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Web Developer - Ektron CMS400 in Boston, MA

This Client is a Web Development Consulting company- They have a short term need coming up starting in March and running upt o two months- They are looking for a .Net Web Developer not a Software Developer. The specific skill set they are looking for is someone with experience implementing Extron CMS 400.netEktron CMS400.NET is a software tool with everything you need to manage your site, in one extensible application. Content Management System

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Equities Lead Systems Analyst in Boston, MA

To submit your resume for this position, you must include BOTH your desired annual salary and current annual salary broken down between base + bonus! NO EXCEPTIONS!

You must also include a short paragraph in the body of your email which briefly summarizes matches from your professional experience to the "Required Background/Experience" and "Major Pluses To Have" sections below. We appreciate your time in advance on this matter.

Sorry, but we DO NOT sponsor H1-B transfers or TN-1 Visas for this career opportunity. You must be a citizen or permanent resident

As an Equities Lead Systems Analyst, you will be involved with the Equities Trading System and Equity research and reporting solutions developed in house. You will work with investment personnel to analyze and implement small projects, delivering custom solutions to be used in the investment process. This includes but is not limited to all aspects of the definition, implementation, and support of a new Equity Trading Platform. Daily activities will include project management, requirements gathering, application design, code reviews, implementation, testing, end-user training, and transition management. This position requires project and client management and delivery skills as well as excellent analytical and communication skills, and strong trading domain knowledge. Our trading system is available on a 24-hour basis, supporting Equity, Fixed Income, and derivatives trading in all global markets.

Duties/Responsibilities

This role is 20 to 30% analysis (gathering requirements, working directly with the Equity Portfolio Managers) and the remainder is implementation
Partner with the equity trading business to collect, document, and implement the requirements of the new Equity Trading system
Proactively identify opportunities for new and improved systems
Take ownership for the delivery of functionality, working collaboratively with other teams to design, implement, test, and support the trading system
Participate in the development of project estimates and schedules
Lead and mentor a team of systems analysts and consultants
Develop deep expertise in the Equity Trading system, workflows, and data
Train and educate team members on Equity Trading
Work collaboratively with Portfolio Management, Compliance, Accounting, and Infrastructure
Work collaboratively with QA and software engineering teams in a matrix structure
Document, track, and research production issues and work with the appropriate teams on the resolution
Work with traders to prioritize needs and ensure communication to keep them appraised of progress
Serve as a key point of contact for the business and IS teams
Perform data gap analysis and facilitate remediation efforts
Plan and manage small support projects and perform development and deployment
You will be leading a team of consultants

You must possess the following qualities:

Solid Systems Analysis skills
Solid skills interacting with Traders
Delivery-oriented personality
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communications skills
Estimating and planning skills
Self-motivated and willing to work in an energetic, fast paced team environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with business and IS teams

Employee Benefits

We will reimburse relocation expenses
Vacations - from two weeks to five weeks, based on length of service
11 paid holidays
2 paid floating holidays to be used in the summer time
125% Tuition Reimbursement with an A grade, 100% for a B or Pass (in a Pass/Fail course)
PPO Health Plan/Dental Plan/Short & Long term disability/Life Insurance
Up to 25% bonus
Retirement & Pension Plan: Profit sharing contribution of 15% on top of your yearly compensation (Base plus Bonus), Vested from day one
Personal Computing Reimbursement
Commuting Expense Program
Chartered Financial Analyst Program

All applications for this position are accepted via email.
Experience: Required Background/Experience

7+ years systems analysis experience in Equities Trading or Portfolio Management
5+ years experience in a systems role directly supporting investment professionals
Strong Microsoft Office Application expertise, in particular with Excel and the creation and maintenance of Excel VBA macros
Proficient at delivering applications using Excel, VBA.NET, and SQL
Experience leading developers
Extensive understanding of investment research and reporting requirements, the investment process, equity and
derivative securities, and market data services
Large Build and Implementation experience specifically
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans
Exposure to iterative development processes
Strong knowledge of order management systems (OMS), Financial Information eXchange protocol (FIX), electronic trading practices, and markets
Trading vendor experience with vendors such as MacGregor, Charles River, and LatentZero

Major Pluses to have

PL/SQL skills
Experience with Factset or Bloomberg is highly desired
Experience with Oracle Database Development tools.
Development experience with Microsoft .NET development would be a strong plus!
Equity Trading domain knowledge
CFA or demonstrated progress toward a CFA


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Javascript w/ DOM fundamentals, DHTML and XML-QA Developer!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified javascript developer who can sift through existing code and use DOM fundamentals to accurately fix and make changes to existing javascript, DHTML code using DOM as the specific javascript format. QA qualities and a keen eye will help this developer solve broken code and this widely based educational facility to resolve existing web problems. This project is short term but has a lot of potential to become an asset and work future projects. All interested should apply to directly. Please contact ASAP, this position will start March 31st.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Javascript, DHMTL, DOM scripting, XML

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Lead Systems Analyst Global Equity Trading, Derivatives in Boston, MA

Strong Client Relationship skills required: This is a strong business facing role working directly with Traders and Trade Administrators. This individual will interface with the Strategic Derivatives Program.

2. Strong Systems Analysis skills required, ideally in a Trading environment.

3. Domain Knowledge: OTC Derivatives (i.e. Swaps, Options, Futures, etc.), preferably Equity Derivatives experience is sought but will also look at Fixed Income Derivatives as long as the candidate is comfortable working with the Global Equity Systems group.

4. This is a Lead level role. The candidate will be guiding and directing a consultant team. Project Management experience is highly desired.

Keys to this Position:

The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and communication skills.
8+ years systems analysis experience in Financial Services preferably Trading or Portfolio Management
3 years experience leading other analysts
Domain knowledge in OTC derivatives
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans

Experience: 8+ years systems analysis experience in Financial Services preferably Trading or Portfolio Management
3 years experience leading other analysts
Estimating and planning skills
Domain knowledge in OTC derivatives
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communications skills
Strong knowledge of order management systems (OMS), Financial Information eXchange protocol (FIX), electronic trading practices and markets
Self-motivated and willing to work in an energetic, fast paced team environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with business and IS teams
PL/SQL skills a plus
Iterative development experience preferred
A candidate with Trading Vendor experience such as MacGregor, Charles River, LatentZero would be a good fit


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

PC Apps Support Developer in Boston, MA

The PC Applications Support Developer will support and maintain existing and newly implemented PC based applications. This position is for a senior level experienced developer. The selected person will be part of the Production Support team that supports all of our clients application systems. The developer is expected to provide resolution to trouble tickets, satisfy ad-hoc requests and perform general bug analysis and resolution. As this is a support position, there is minimal new development required in this position.
Experience: - Strong research and analysis skills for problem resolution- Strong written and verbal communication skills A- Ability to multitask and work in an environment of rapidly changing priorities- Working knowledge of MS-Access, VB, ASP.NET, Web Applications and Web Services using VB.Net - Working knowledge of Oracle and Access databases- Familiarity with Source Safe & PVCS- Ability to work individually or within a team environment in a fast paced environment- Ability to share on call support during work hours, Monday through Friday Preferred Technical Qualifications:. Visual Basic 3.0, 4.0 and 5.0. MS-Access 2.0, 97 and 2000. VB.NET 2005. Oracle (8i/9i/10g) . Crystal Reports. Microsoft operating systems. Object Oriented design and developmentNice To Have Technical Qualifications:. Clipper. FoxPro . Perl. 'C'

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3+ month ASP.NET / C# Web development (West Boston) in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience relating to ASP.NET and C#. This E-commerce client is looking for a candidate that can adapt in web development situations easily and excel using ASP.NET and C#. Any VB.NET experience is a plus as the experience framework on former client sites do utilize VB language as well. Primary skills should include: ASP.NET, C#, HTML, CSS and MySQL. Interested candidates should email right away! Client ready to interview ASAP<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Advanced .Net, MySQL, VB (Visual Basic), ASP.net

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Innovative Developer with Content Mngmt Exp. -Java, PHP,J2ee in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a innovative developer to assist with their role in health industry. This qualified professional should have experience developing on multiple platforms including and highly concentrated on Java, J2ee, PHP and MySQL. As a pre-requisite this candidate should have experience with a content management system (preferably TeamSite). All candidates interested should apply, . ASAP, this position will start ASAP. Contract position for all developers with Java, Teamsite fundamentals.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Java, J2ee, PHP, MySQL, TeamSite

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Batch Operator in Boston, MA

Job Title: Batch Operator

Work location: Boston, MA

Zip Code: 02109


Description:

The position is an Batch Operator position working at a Customer Site in Boston, performing Server and Batch Monitoring that consists of both Intel and Unix environments. The two batch applications used are Argent and AutoSys. A basic knowledge of ticketing applications is preferred.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Lead Systems Analyst Equity Systems in Boston, MA

1. This position is 20 to 30% analysis (gathering requirements, working directly with the Equity Portfolio Managers and Research Analysts) and the remainder is Implementation (delivering applications using Excel, VBA.NET and SQL) and support.

2. Technical Requirement: Excel/VBA macros, Oracle, PL/SQL

3. We are seeking a Strong Senior level individual that is detail oriented and has very good Client Relationship skills with Traders, PM's, Risk Managers, etc.

4. Project Management and Team leadership. This individual will be leading strategic initiatives.

5. Experience with Factset or Bloomberg is highly desired.


Experience: Strong understanding of the investment process, equity and derivative securities, and market data services.
Strong Microsoft Office Application expertise, in particular with Excel and the creation/maintenance of Excel VBA macros.
Strong PL/SQL skills and prior experience with Oracle 8I and Oracle development tools.
Prior experience with Microsoft .NET development would be a strong plus
Previous experience leading other developers is required
5+ years experience in a systems role directly supporting investment professionals
7+ years of professional experience
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Strong motivation and ability to work in a fast paced team oriented environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
A CFA or demonstrated progress toward a CFA would be considered a plus
Bachelor's degree required


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

.NET Developer ( VB.NET and ASP.NET ) in BOSTON, MA

Our growing technology client is seeking a mid-level .NET programmer to join its development team.

Seeking a candidate with at least 2 years of .NET experience. In this role you will be responsible for various aspects of application development including design, development, testing, implementation and support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, dynamic development team with room for growth.

This is a full-time position that includes excellent benefits, generous bonus and a great team environment.
Experience: * Minimum of 2 plus years of experience with .NET ( VB.net and/or ASP.net)
* Experience with SQL Server,SQL
* Must be a team player and able to learn quickly
* Applicants interested in applying to this position should email resumes directly to

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Access VBA / Excel Downtown Boston -- Financial Services!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is in the field of Financial Services. Their team lead is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience to assist the internal clients and the accounting team with VBA and Excel (csv) to extract data from a Microsoft Access database. These mutual funds related database maintains financial integrity that often needs to be able to produce reports for management/auditors. The reports you will generate will be simple CSV files using Excel. This is a great opportunity to grow you career and have the opportunity of contract-hire with a billion plus dollar company. All interested should apply to . Company is looking for interview quickly, please apply soon!<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: VBA, MS Access, Advanced MS Excel

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Equities Lead Systems Analyst in Boston, MA

To submit your resume for this position, you must include BOTH your desired annual salary and current annual salary broken down between base + bonus! NO EXCEPTIONS!

You must also include a short paragraph in the body of your email which briefly summarizes matches from your professional experience to the "Required Background/Experience" and "Major Pluses To Have" sections below. We appreciate your time in advance on this matter.

Sorry, but we DO NOT sponsor H1-B transfers or TN-1 Visas for this career opportunity. You must be a citizen or permanent resident

As an Equities Lead Systems Analyst, you will be involved with the Equities Trading System and Equity research and reporting solutions developed in house. You will work with investment personnel to analyze and implement small projects, delivering custom solutions to be used in the investment process. This includes but is not limited to all aspects of the definition, implementation, and support of a new Equity Trading Platform. Daily activities will include project management, requirements gathering, application design, code reviews, implementation, testing, end-user training, and transition management. This position requires project and client management and delivery skills as well as excellent analytical and communication skills, and strong trading domain knowledge. Our trading system is available on a 24-hour basis, supporting Equity, Fixed Income, and derivatives trading in all global markets.

Duties/Responsibilities

This role is 20 to 30% analysis (gathering requirements, working directly with the Equity Portfolio Managers) and the remainder is implementation
Partner with the equity trading business to collect, document, and implement the requirements of the new Equity Trading system
Proactively identify opportunities for new and improved systems
Take ownership for the delivery of functionality, working collaboratively with other teams to design, implement, test, and support the trading system
Participate in the development of project estimates and schedules
Lead and mentor a team of systems analysts and consultants
Develop deep expertise in the Equity Trading system, workflows, and data
Train and educate team members on Equity Trading
Work collaboratively with Portfolio Management, Compliance, Accounting, and Infrastructure
Work collaboratively with QA and software engineering teams in a matrix structure
Document, track, and research production issues and work with the appropriate teams on the resolution
Work with traders to prioritize needs and ensure communication to keep them appraised of progress
Serve as a key point of contact for the business and IS teams
Perform data gap analysis and facilitate remediation efforts
Plan and manage small support projects and perform development and deployment
You will be leading a team of consultants

You must possess the following qualities:

Solid Systems Analysis skills
Solid skills interacting with Traders
Delivery-oriented personality
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communications skills
Estimating and planning skills
Self-motivated and willing to work in an energetic, fast paced team environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with business and IS teams

Employee Benefits

We will reimburse relocation expenses
Vacations - from two weeks to five weeks, based on length of service
11 paid holidays
2 paid floating holidays to be used in the summer time
125% Tuition Reimbursement with an A grade, 100% for a B or Pass (in a Pass/Fail course)
PPO Health Plan/Dental Plan/Short & Long term disability/Life Insurance
Up to 25% bonus
Retirement & Pension Plan: Profit sharing contribution of 15% on top of your yearly compensation (Base plus Bonus), Vested from day one
Personal Computing Reimbursement
Commuting Expense Program
Chartered Financial Analyst Program

All applications for this position are accepted via email.
Experience: Required Background/Experience

7+ years systems analysis experience in Equities Trading or Portfolio Management
5+ years experience in a systems role directly supporting investment professionals
Strong Microsoft Office Application expertise, in particular with Excel and the creation and maintenance of Excel VBA macros
Proficient at delivering applications using Excel, VBA.NET, and SQL
Experience leading developers
Extensive understanding of investment research and reporting requirements, the investment process, equity and
derivative securities, and market data services
Large Build and Implementation experience specifically
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans
Exposure to iterative development processes
Strong knowledge of order management systems (OMS), Financial Information eXchange protocol (FIX), electronic trading practices, and markets
Trading vendor experience with vendors such as MacGregor, Charles River, and LatentZero

Major Pluses to have

PL/SQL skills
Experience with Factset or Bloomberg is highly desired
Experience with Oracle Database Development tools.
Development experience with Microsoft .NET development would be a strong plus!
Equity Trading domain knowledge
CFA or demonstrated progress toward a CFA


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Network Engineer (Job #8551) in Boston, MA

SMART SOURCE is now looking for an Engineer with vas experience in Cisco Phones and VoIP, servers and desktops. Temp to perm - 2-3 full days of work per week, Microsoft server work Specialty would like VOIP. Outside of Boston, MA.


Please send us a copy of your word resume to schedule an interview. Details will be provided on interview.

Thank you!

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Lead Systems Analyst Global Equity Trading, Derivatives in Boston, MA

Strong Client Relationship skills required: This is a strong business facing role working directly with Traders and Trade Administrators. This individual will interface with the Strategic Derivatives Program.

2. Strong Systems Analysis skills required, ideally in a Trading environment.

3. Domain Knowledge: OTC Derivatives (i.e. Swaps, Options, Futures, etc.), preferably Equity Derivatives experience is sought but will also look at Fixed Income Derivatives as long as the candidate is comfortable working with the Global Equity Systems group.

4. This is a Lead level role. The candidate will be guiding and directing a consultant team. Project Management experience is highly desired.

Keys to this Position:

The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and communication skills.
8+ years systems analysis experience in Financial Services preferably Trading or Portfolio Management
3 years experience leading other analysts
Domain knowledge in OTC derivatives
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans

Experience: 8+ years systems analysis experience in Financial Services preferably Trading or Portfolio Management
3 years experience leading other analysts
Estimating and planning skills
Domain knowledge in OTC derivatives
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communications skills
Strong knowledge of order management systems (OMS), Financial Information eXchange protocol (FIX), electronic trading practices and markets
Self-motivated and willing to work in an energetic, fast paced team environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with business and IS teams
PL/SQL skills a plus
Iterative development experience preferred
A candidate with Trading Vendor experience such as MacGregor, Charles River, LatentZero would be a good fit


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Director of Engineering with Uncommon Talent in BOSTON, MA

Do you have uncommon dedication and commitment to achieving your personal goals? This mid-sized private company in the technology space is looking for an incredibly talented Director of Software Engineering to help spearhead their organization's growth. The company has worked hard to hire excellent team members for their IT department, and now they need a leader to work hand in hand with Chief Technology Officer. This is a hands-on Director of Software Engineering role, so you must have a strong architecture background and experience managing around 5 reports.

This is an excellent role for someone who is looking for an organization filled with people who are passionate about the mission they're all working on. For immediate consideration please email your resume to Rick Johanson at or call directly at 617-439-3000 ext 62368.
Experience: * 5+ years experience in software development.
* 3+ years experience as a Principle Software Engineer or equivalent.
* Director of Software Development or Software Engineering level experience preferred.
* Technical background should include a strong architecture background and preferably Cold Fusion experience.
* Bachelor's Degree required.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Javascript w/ DOM fundamentals, DHTML and XML-QA Developer!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified javascript developer who can sift through existing code and use DOM fundamentals to accurately fix and make changes to existing javascript, DHTML code using DOM as the specific javascript format. QA qualities and a keen eye will help this developer solve broken code and this widely based educational facility to resolve existing web problems. This project is short term but has a lot of potential to become an asset and work future projects. All interested should apply to directly. Please contact ASAP, this position will start March 31st.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Javascript, DHMTL, DOM scripting, XML

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Access VBA / Excel Downtown Boston -- Financial Services!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is in the field of Financial Services. Their team lead is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience to assist the internal clients and the accounting team with VBA and Excel (csv) to extract data from a Microsoft Access database. These mutual funds related database maintains financial integrity that often needs to be able to produce reports for management/auditors. The reports you will generate will be simple CSV files using Excel. This is a great opportunity to grow you career and have the opportunity of contract-hire with a billion plus dollar company. All interested should apply to . Company is looking for interview quickly, please apply soon!<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: VBA, MS Access, Advanced MS Excel

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Innovative Developer with Content Mngmt Exp. -Java, PHP,J2ee in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a innovative developer to assist with their role in health industry. This qualified professional should have experience developing on multiple platforms including and highly concentrated on Java, J2ee, PHP and MySQL. As a pre-requisite this candidate should have experience with a content management system (preferably TeamSite). All candidates interested should apply, . ASAP, this position will start ASAP. Contract position for all developers with Java, Teamsite fundamentals.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Java, J2ee, PHP, MySQL, TeamSite

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Lead Systems Analyst Equity Systems in Boston, MA

1. This position is 20 to 30% analysis (gathering requirements, working directly with the Equity Portfolio Managers and Research Analysts) and the remainder is Implementation (delivering applications using Excel, VBA.NET and SQL) and support.

2. Technical Requirement: Excel/VBA macros, Oracle, PL/SQL

3. We are seeking a Strong Senior level individual that is detail oriented and has very good Client Relationship skills with Traders, PM's, Risk Managers, etc.

4. Project Management and Team leadership. This individual will be leading strategic initiatives.

5. Experience with Factset or Bloomberg is highly desired.


Experience: Strong understanding of the investment process, equity and derivative securities, and market data services.
Strong Microsoft Office Application expertise, in particular with Excel and the creation/maintenance of Excel VBA macros.
Strong PL/SQL skills and prior experience with Oracle 8I and Oracle development tools.
Prior experience with Microsoft .NET development would be a strong plus
Previous experience leading other developers is required
5+ years experience in a systems role directly supporting investment professionals
7+ years of professional experience
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Strong motivation and ability to work in a fast paced team oriented environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
A CFA or demonstrated progress toward a CFA would be considered a plus
Bachelor's degree required


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Batch Operator in Boston, MA

Job Title: Batch Operator

Work location: Boston, MA

Zip Code: 02109


Description:

The position is an Batch Operator position working at a Customer Site in Boston, performing Server and Batch Monitoring that consists of both Intel and Unix environments. The two batch applications used are Argent and AutoSys. A basic knowledge of ticketing applications is preferred.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Web Developer - Ektron CMS400 in Boston, MA

This Client is a Web Development Consulting company- They have a short term need coming up starting in March and running upt o two months- They are looking for a .Net Web Developer not a Software Developer. The specific skill set they are looking for is someone with experience implementing Extron CMS 400.netEktron CMS400.NET is a software tool with everything you need to manage your site, in one extensible application. Content Management System

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

3+ month ASP.NET / C# Web development (West Boston) in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience relating to ASP.NET and C#. This E-commerce client is looking for a candidate that can adapt in web development situations easily and excel using ASP.NET and C#. Any VB.NET experience is a plus as the experience framework on former client sites do utilize VB language as well. Primary skills should include: ASP.NET, C#, HTML, CSS and MySQL. Interested candidates should email right away! Client ready to interview ASAP<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Advanced .Net, MySQL, VB (Visual Basic), ASP.net

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

.NET Developer ( VB.NET and ASP.NET ) in BOSTON, MA

Our growing technology client is seeking a mid-level .NET programmer to join its development team.

Seeking a candidate with at least 2 years of .NET experience. In this role you will be responsible for various aspects of application development including design, development, testing, implementation and support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, dynamic development team with room for growth.

This is a full-time position that includes excellent benefits, generous bonus and a great team environment.
Experience: * Minimum of 2 plus years of experience with .NET ( VB.net and/or ASP.net)
* Experience with SQL Server,SQL
* Must be a team player and able to learn quickly
* Applicants interested in applying to this position should email resumes directly to

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PC Apps Support Developer in Boston, MA

The PC Applications Support Developer will support and maintain existing and newly implemented PC based applications. This position is for a senior level experienced developer. The selected person will be part of the Production Support team that supports all of our clients application systems. The developer is expected to provide resolution to trouble tickets, satisfy ad-hoc requests and perform general bug analysis and resolution. As this is a support position, there is minimal new development required in this position.
Experience: - Strong research and analysis skills for problem resolution- Strong written and verbal communication skills A- Ability to multitask and work in an environment of rapidly changing priorities- Working knowledge of MS-Access, VB, ASP.NET, Web Applications and Web Services using VB.Net - Working knowledge of Oracle and Access databases- Familiarity with Source Safe & PVCS- Ability to work individually or within a team environment in a fast paced environment- Ability to share on call support during work hours, Monday through Friday Preferred Technical Qualifications:. Visual Basic 3.0, 4.0 and 5.0. MS-Access 2.0, 97 and 2000. VB.NET 2005. Oracle (8i/9i/10g) . Crystal Reports. Microsoft operating systems. Object Oriented design and developmentNice To Have Technical Qualifications:. Clipper. FoxPro . Perl. 'C'

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PC Apps Support Developer in Boston, MA

The PC Applications Support Developer will support and maintain existing and newly implemented PC based applications. This position is for a senior level experienced developer. The selected person will be part of the Production Support team that supports all of our clients application systems. The developer is expected to provide resolution to trouble tickets, satisfy ad-hoc requests and perform general bug analysis and resolution. As this is a support position, there is minimal new development required in this position.
Experience: - Strong research and analysis skills for problem resolution- Strong written and verbal communication skills A- Ability to multitask and work in an environment of rapidly changing priorities- Working knowledge of MS-Access, VB, ASP.NET, Web Applications and Web Services using VB.Net - Working knowledge of Oracle and Access databases- Familiarity with Source Safe & PVCS- Ability to work individually or within a team environment in a fast paced environment- Ability to share on call support during work hours, Monday through Friday Preferred Technical Qualifications:. Visual Basic 3.0, 4.0 and 5.0. MS-Access 2.0, 97 and 2000. VB.NET 2005. Oracle (8i/9i/10g) . Crystal Reports. Microsoft operating systems. Object Oriented design and developmentNice To Have Technical Qualifications:. Clipper. FoxPro . Perl. 'C'

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Batch Operator in Boston, MA

Job Title: Batch Operator

Work location: Boston, MA

Zip Code: 02109


Description:

The position is an Batch Operator position working at a Customer Site in Boston, performing Server and Batch Monitoring that consists of both Intel and Unix environments. The two batch applications used are Argent and AutoSys. A basic knowledge of ticketing applications is preferred.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Lead Systems Analyst Global Equity Trading, Derivatives in Boston, MA

Strong Client Relationship skills required: This is a strong business facing role working directly with Traders and Trade Administrators. This individual will interface with the Strategic Derivatives Program.

2. Strong Systems Analysis skills required, ideally in a Trading environment.

3. Domain Knowledge: OTC Derivatives (i.e. Swaps, Options, Futures, etc.), preferably Equity Derivatives experience is sought but will also look at Fixed Income Derivatives as long as the candidate is comfortable working with the Global Equity Systems group.

4. This is a Lead level role. The candidate will be guiding and directing a consultant team. Project Management experience is highly desired.

Keys to this Position:

The ideal candidate will have excellent analytical and communication skills.
8+ years systems analysis experience in Financial Services preferably Trading or Portfolio Management
3 years experience leading other analysts
Domain knowledge in OTC derivatives
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans

Experience: 8+ years systems analysis experience in Financial Services preferably Trading or Portfolio Management
3 years experience leading other analysts
Estimating and planning skills
Domain knowledge in OTC derivatives
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communications skills
Strong knowledge of order management systems (OMS), Financial Information eXchange protocol (FIX), electronic trading practices and markets
Self-motivated and willing to work in an energetic, fast paced team environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with business and IS teams
PL/SQL skills a plus
Iterative development experience preferred
A candidate with Trading Vendor experience such as MacGregor, Charles River, LatentZero would be a good fit


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Innovative Developer with Content Mngmt Exp. -Java, PHP,J2ee in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a innovative developer to assist with their role in health industry. This qualified professional should have experience developing on multiple platforms including and highly concentrated on Java, J2ee, PHP and MySQL. As a pre-requisite this candidate should have experience with a content management system (preferably TeamSite). All candidates interested should apply, . ASAP, this position will start ASAP. Contract position for all developers with Java, Teamsite fundamentals.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Java, J2ee, PHP, MySQL, TeamSite

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Javascript w/ DOM fundamentals, DHTML and XML-QA Developer!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified javascript developer who can sift through existing code and use DOM fundamentals to accurately fix and make changes to existing javascript, DHTML code using DOM as the specific javascript format. QA qualities and a keen eye will help this developer solve broken code and this widely based educational facility to resolve existing web problems. This project is short term but has a lot of potential to become an asset and work future projects. All interested should apply to directly. Please contact ASAP, this position will start March 31st.<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Javascript, DHMTL, DOM scripting, XML

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Network Engineer (Job #8551) in Boston, MA

SMART SOURCE is now looking for an Engineer with vas experience in Cisco Phones and VoIP, servers and desktops. Temp to perm - 2-3 full days of work per week, Microsoft server work Specialty would like VOIP. Outside of Boston, MA.


Please send us a copy of your word resume to schedule an interview. Details will be provided on interview.

Thank you!

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Equities Lead Systems Analyst in Boston, MA

To submit your resume for this position, you must include BOTH your desired annual salary and current annual salary broken down between base + bonus! NO EXCEPTIONS!

You must also include a short paragraph in the body of your email which briefly summarizes matches from your professional experience to the "Required Background/Experience" and "Major Pluses To Have" sections below. We appreciate your time in advance on this matter.

Sorry, but we DO NOT sponsor H1-B transfers or TN-1 Visas for this career opportunity. You must be a citizen or permanent resident

As an Equities Lead Systems Analyst, you will be involved with the Equities Trading System and Equity research and reporting solutions developed in house. You will work with investment personnel to analyze and implement small projects, delivering custom solutions to be used in the investment process. This includes but is not limited to all aspects of the definition, implementation, and support of a new Equity Trading Platform. Daily activities will include project management, requirements gathering, application design, code reviews, implementation, testing, end-user training, and transition management. This position requires project and client management and delivery skills as well as excellent analytical and communication skills, and strong trading domain knowledge. Our trading system is available on a 24-hour basis, supporting Equity, Fixed Income, and derivatives trading in all global markets.

Duties/Responsibilities

This role is 20 to 30% analysis (gathering requirements, working directly with the Equity Portfolio Managers) and the remainder is implementation
Partner with the equity trading business to collect, document, and implement the requirements of the new Equity Trading system
Proactively identify opportunities for new and improved systems
Take ownership for the delivery of functionality, working collaboratively with other teams to design, implement, test, and support the trading system
Participate in the development of project estimates and schedules
Lead and mentor a team of systems analysts and consultants
Develop deep expertise in the Equity Trading system, workflows, and data
Train and educate team members on Equity Trading
Work collaboratively with Portfolio Management, Compliance, Accounting, and Infrastructure
Work collaboratively with QA and software engineering teams in a matrix structure
Document, track, and research production issues and work with the appropriate teams on the resolution
Work with traders to prioritize needs and ensure communication to keep them appraised of progress
Serve as a key point of contact for the business and IS teams
Perform data gap analysis and facilitate remediation efforts
Plan and manage small support projects and perform development and deployment
You will be leading a team of consultants

You must possess the following qualities:

Solid Systems Analysis skills
Solid skills interacting with Traders
Delivery-oriented personality
Excellent analytical, written, and verbal communications skills
Estimating and planning skills
Self-motivated and willing to work in an energetic, fast paced team environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
Ability to work collaboratively with business and IS teams

Employee Benefits

We will reimburse relocation expenses
Vacations - from two weeks to five weeks, based on length of service
11 paid holidays
2 paid floating holidays to be used in the summer time
125% Tuition Reimbursement with an A grade, 100% for a B or Pass (in a Pass/Fail course)
PPO Health Plan/Dental Plan/Short & Long term disability/Life Insurance
Up to 25% bonus
Retirement & Pension Plan: Profit sharing contribution of 15% on top of your yearly compensation (Base plus Bonus), Vested from day one
Personal Computing Reimbursement
Commuting Expense Program
Chartered Financial Analyst Program

All applications for this position are accepted via email.
Experience: Required Background/Experience

7+ years systems analysis experience in Equities Trading or Portfolio Management
5+ years experience in a systems role directly supporting investment professionals
Strong Microsoft Office Application expertise, in particular with Excel and the creation and maintenance of Excel VBA macros
Proficient at delivering applications using Excel, VBA.NET, and SQL
Experience leading developers
Extensive understanding of investment research and reporting requirements, the investment process, equity and
derivative securities, and market data services
Large Build and Implementation experience specifically
Demonstrated experience in project management and business analysis for medium to large initiatives
Experience writing requirements, functional specifications, use cases, and test plans
Exposure to iterative development processes
Strong knowledge of order management systems (OMS), Financial Information eXchange protocol (FIX), electronic trading practices, and markets
Trading vendor experience with vendors such as MacGregor, Charles River, and LatentZero

Major Pluses to have

PL/SQL skills
Experience with Factset or Bloomberg is highly desired
Experience with Oracle Database Development tools.
Development experience with Microsoft .NET development would be a strong plus!
Equity Trading domain knowledge
CFA or demonstrated progress toward a CFA


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Lead Systems Analyst Equity Systems in Boston, MA

1. This position is 20 to 30% analysis (gathering requirements, working directly with the Equity Portfolio Managers and Research Analysts) and the remainder is Implementation (delivering applications using Excel, VBA.NET and SQL) and support.

2. Technical Requirement: Excel/VBA macros, Oracle, PL/SQL

3. We are seeking a Strong Senior level individual that is detail oriented and has very good Client Relationship skills with Traders, PM's, Risk Managers, etc.

4. Project Management and Team leadership. This individual will be leading strategic initiatives.

5. Experience with Factset or Bloomberg is highly desired.


Experience: Strong understanding of the investment process, equity and derivative securities, and market data services.
Strong Microsoft Office Application expertise, in particular with Excel and the creation/maintenance of Excel VBA macros.
Strong PL/SQL skills and prior experience with Oracle 8I and Oracle development tools.
Prior experience with Microsoft .NET development would be a strong plus
Previous experience leading other developers is required
5+ years experience in a systems role directly supporting investment professionals
7+ years of professional experience
Excellent verbal and written communications skills
Strong motivation and ability to work in a fast paced team oriented environment
Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.
A CFA or demonstrated progress toward a CFA would be considered a plus
Bachelor's degree required


To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Web Developer - Ektron CMS400 in Boston, MA

This Client is a Web Development Consulting company- They have a short term need coming up starting in March and running upt o two months- They are looking for a .Net Web Developer not a Software Developer. The specific skill set they are looking for is someone with experience implementing Extron CMS 400.netEktron CMS400.NET is a software tool with everything you need to manage your site, in one extensible application. Content Management System

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

.NET Developer ( VB.NET and ASP.NET ) in BOSTON, MA

Our growing technology client is seeking a mid-level .NET programmer to join its development team.

Seeking a candidate with at least 2 years of .NET experience. In this role you will be responsible for various aspects of application development including design, development, testing, implementation and support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, dynamic development team with room for growth.

This is a full-time position that includes excellent benefits, generous bonus and a great team environment.
Experience: * Minimum of 2 plus years of experience with .NET ( VB.net and/or ASP.net)
* Experience with SQL Server,SQL
* Must be a team player and able to learn quickly
* Applicants interested in applying to this position should email resumes directly to

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Director of Engineering with Uncommon Talent in BOSTON, MA

Do you have uncommon dedication and commitment to achieving your personal goals? This mid-sized private company in the technology space is looking for an incredibly talented Director of Software Engineering to help spearhead their organization's growth. The company has worked hard to hire excellent team members for their IT department, and now they need a leader to work hand in hand with Chief Technology Officer. This is a hands-on Director of Software Engineering role, so you must have a strong architecture background and experience managing around 5 reports.

This is an excellent role for someone who is looking for an organization filled with people who are passionate about the mission they're all working on. For immediate consideration please email your resume to Rick Johanson at or call directly at 617-439-3000 ext 62368.
Experience: * 5+ years experience in software development.
* 3+ years experience as a Principle Software Engineer or equivalent.
* Director of Software Development or Software Engineering level experience preferred.
* Technical background should include a strong architecture background and preferably Cold Fusion experience.
* Bachelor's Degree required.

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

3+ month ASP.NET / C# Web development (West Boston) in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience relating to ASP.NET and C#. This E-commerce client is looking for a candidate that can adapt in web development situations easily and excel using ASP.NET and C#. Any VB.NET experience is a plus as the experience framework on former client sites do utilize VB language as well. Primary skills should include: ASP.NET, C#, HTML, CSS and MySQL. Interested candidates should email right away! Client ready to interview ASAP<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Advanced .Net, MySQL, VB (Visual Basic), ASP.net

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Access VBA / Excel Downtown Boston -- Financial Services!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is in the field of Financial Services. Their team lead is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience to assist the internal clients and the accounting team with VBA and Excel (csv) to extract data from a Microsoft Access database. These mutual funds related database maintains financial integrity that often needs to be able to produce reports for management/auditors. The reports you will generate will be simple CSV files using Excel. This is a great opportunity to grow you career and have the opportunity of contract-hire with a billion plus dollar company. All interested should apply to . Company is looking for interview quickly, please apply soon!<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: VBA, MS Access, Advanced MS Excel

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

IT Help Desk Support Specialist in BOSTON, MA

One of our clients, a leader in the Energy industry is seeking to hire a IT Help Desk Support Specialist for a contract to hire position. In this role the ideal candidate will be on a team of 4 responsible for supporting 100 users (covering 3 offices).

To be considered you must have 3+ years of experience in the IT field specifically Help Desk and Desktop Support.

Responsible for the following:
- First tier troubleshooting support for all end users.
- Troubleshoot printers and copy machines (work with external vendors)
- Troubleshoot a variety of MS XP Professional issues.
- 60% phone support and 40% desk side support
- Support their Nortel - PBX System
- Assist with asset inventory

Our client is ready to move quickly with a hiring decision for the most qualified candidate.

Please apply immediately if you are interested, qualified and available.

Please send resume to <br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Intermediate Windows XP, Intermediate VPN (Virtual Private Networking), Intermediate MS Outlook, Intermediate MS Exchange Server, Intermediate Active Directory, Intermediate PBX, Intermediate Blackberry Support.

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3+ month ASP.NET / C# Web development (West Boston) in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience relating to ASP.NET and C#. This E-commerce client is looking for a candidate that can adapt in web development situations easily and excel using ASP.NET and C#. Any VB.NET experience is a plus as the experience framework on former client sites do utilize VB language as well. Primary skills should include: ASP.NET, C#, HTML, CSS and MySQL. Interested candidates should email right away! Client ready to interview ASAP<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Advanced .Net, MySQL, VB (Visual Basic), ASP.net

To Apply to this job go to http://www.GadBall.com or click here

Director of Engineering with Uncommon Talent in BOSTON, MA

Do you have uncommon dedication and commitment to achieving your personal goals? This mid-sized private company in the technology space is looking for an incredibly talented Director of Software Engineering to help spearhead their organization's growth. The company has worked hard to hire excellent team members for their IT department, and now they need a leader to work hand in hand with Chief Technology Officer. This is a hands-on Director of Software Engineering role, so you must have a strong architecture background and experience managing around 5 reports.

This is an excellent role for someone who is looking for an organization filled with people who are passionate about the mission they're all working on. For immediate consideration please email your resume to Rick Johanson at or call directly at 617-439-3000 ext 62368.
Experience: * 5+ years experience in software development.
* 3+ years experience as a Principle Software Engineer or equivalent.
* Director of Software Development or Software Engineering level experience preferred.
* Technical background should include a strong architecture background and preferably Cold Fusion experience.
* Bachelor's Degree required.

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Sr. Network Administrator with Citrix experience in BOSTON, MA

Our large client is seeking a Sr. Network Administrator who has experience managing a network as well as making recommendations and implementing enhancements to hardware, software, security, and overall stability of the network. This position requires experience with Citrix as well as a solid understanding of windows servers, desktops and network infrastructure.
Experience: * Four plus years of IT experience in a large environment
* Experience with Citrix, Exchange, Windows Servers, Desktops, LAN/WAN.
* Some experience with Cisco and SQL Server preferred
* Bachelors Degree or equivalent
* Excellent communication and customer service skills
* This position includes excellent benefits and room for growth
* Applicants interested in applying to this position should e-mail resumes directly to

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Access VBA / Excel Downtown Boston -- Financial Services!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is in the field of Financial Services. Their team lead is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience to assist the internal clients and the accounting team with VBA and Excel (csv) to extract data from a Microsoft Access database. These mutual funds related database maintains financial integrity that often needs to be able to produce reports for management/auditors. The reports you will generate will be simple CSV files using Excel. This is a great opportunity to grow you career and have the opportunity of contract-hire with a billion plus dollar company. All interested should apply to . Company is looking for interview quickly, please apply soon!<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: VBA, MS Access, Advanced MS Excel

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Help Desk Analyst in BOSTON, MA

Our client is a professional services firm seeking a Help Desk analyst to support its staff. This position will include phone and email support as well as desktop support. This is a very successful firm and an excellent chance to join a growing, team oriented IT department. The ideal candidate will have at least one year of experience on a help desk at a professional firm.
Experience: * 1-3 plus years of experience on a Help Desk handling phone and e,ail support as well as hands-on desktop support
* Knowledge of Microsoft XP and MS Office 2003, Windows, desktops
* Strong communication and customer service skills
* Able to work independently as well as on a team.
* This is a full-time position with excellent benefits and bonus potential
* Applicants interested in applying to this position should email resumes directly to

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.NET Developer ( VB.NET and ASP.NET ) in BOSTON, MA

Our growing technology client is seeking a mid-level .NET programmer to join its development team.

Seeking a candidate with at least 2 years of .NET experience. In this role you will be responsible for various aspects of application development including design, development, testing, implementation and support. This is an excellent opportunity to join a growing, dynamic development team with room for growth.

This is a full-time position that includes excellent benefits, generous bonus and a great team environment.
Experience: * Minimum of 2 plus years of experience with .NET ( VB.net and/or ASP.net)
* Experience with SQL Server,SQL
* Must be a team player and able to learn quickly
* Applicants interested in applying to this position should email resumes directly to

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PC Apps Support Developer in Boston, MA

The PC Applications Support Developer will support and maintain existing and newly implemented PC based applications. This position is for a senior level experienced developer. The selected person will be part of the Production Support team that supports all of our clients application systems. The developer is expected to provide resolution to trouble tickets, satisfy ad-hoc requests and perform general bug analysis and resolution. As this is a support position, there is minimal new development required in this position.
Experience: - Strong research and analysis skills for problem resolution- Strong written and verbal communication skills A- Ability to multitask and work in an environment of rapidly changing priorities- Working knowledge of MS-Access, VB, ASP.NET, Web Applications and Web Services using VB.Net - Working knowledge of Oracle and Access databases- Familiarity with Source Safe & PVCS- Ability to work individually or within a team environment in a fast paced environment- Ability to share on call support during work hours, Monday through Friday Preferred Technical Qualifications:. Visual Basic 3.0, 4.0 and 5.0. MS-Access 2.0, 97 and 2000. VB.NET 2005. Oracle (8i/9i/10g) . Crystal Reports. Microsoft operating systems. Object Oriented design and developmentNice To Have Technical Qualifications:. Clipper. FoxPro . Perl. 'C'

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Web Developer - Ektron CMS400 in Boston, MA

This Client is a Web Development Consulting company- They have a short term need coming up starting in March and running upt o two months- They are looking for a .Net Web Developer not a Software Developer. The specific skill set they are looking for is someone with experience implementing Extron CMS 400.netEktron CMS400.NET is a software tool with everything you need to manage your site, in one extensible application. Content Management System

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Mid-Senior Level LAMP Web Developer in Boston, MA

Our client, a rapidly growing online social networking website located in downtown Boston is seeking a Mid to Senior Level LAMP Web Developer to join their growing team.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in the continued success and steady growth of the company's highly visible website. Experience with open-source technologies is essential for this position. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience doing front-end web development in PHP, Java, Python, or PERL. You don't need to have worked with ALL of these technologies, but you should be proficient in at least one as well as knowing your way around MySQL as well.

If you're looking to join an exciting, growing, and innovative startup company then this may be the job for you!
Experience: &#149; 5+ years experience in LAMP web development
&#149; Desire to work hard and have fun in a startup company environment
&#149; Experience with PHP, Java, Python, or PERL (any)
&#149; Experience using MySQL
&#149; Front & Back-end experience, though Front-end is most important
&#149; Ability and desire to create innovative and effective Web 2.0 websites

Candidates should email their resumes directly to Tom Curran at for immediate consideration.

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Sr. Customer Support Engineer in Boston, MA

Our client, a steadily growing and expanding Boston-based international corporation is looking for a highly-motivated and skilled individual to join their team in the Sr. Customer Support Engineer role. The company is a global leader in providing solutions to manufacturers that increase innovation, expand idea generation, and shorten the time it takes to get products from the drawing board to production.

The Sr. Customer Support Engineer will be responsible for product installation, usage support, and configuration in a friendly, fast-paced environment. You will provide telephone and email customer support through pre- and post-sales technical requests. In addition, you will keep clients informed as to the status of their issues and work with Quality Assurance and Engineering to help the rapid resolution of the problems. The Sr. Customer Support Engineer will also assist customers in the installation, troubleshooting, and configuration of the company's software.
Experience: &#149; 2+ years experience in software support
&#149; Strong troubleshooting desire and ability
&#149; Professional, outgoing, and friendly attitude
&#149; Excellent oral and written communication skills
&#149; Experience and understanding of IIS, Windows, and MS SQL
&#149; Experience with .Net technologies, Active Directory, and ColdFusion is desirable

Candidates interested in immediate consideration for this position should email Tom Curran directly at and include a copy of their most up-to-date resume.

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IT Help Desk Support Specialist in BOSTON, MA

One of our clients, a leader in the Energy industry is seeking to hire a IT Help Desk Support Specialist for a contract to hire position. In this role the ideal candidate will be on a team of 4 responsible for supporting 100 users (covering 3 offices).

To be considered you must have 3+ years of experience in the IT field specifically Help Desk and Desktop Support.

Responsible for the following:
- First tier troubleshooting support for all end users.
- Troubleshoot printers and copy machines (work with external vendors)
- Troubleshoot a variety of MS XP Professional issues.
- 60% phone support and 40% desk side support
- Support their Nortel - PBX System
- Assist with asset inventory

Our client is ready to move quickly with a hiring decision for the most qualified candidate.

Please apply immediately if you are interested, qualified and available.

Please send resume to <br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Intermediate Windows XP, Intermediate VPN (Virtual Private Networking), Intermediate MS Outlook, Intermediate MS Exchange Server, Intermediate Active Directory, Intermediate PBX, Intermediate Blackberry Support.

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Sr. Customer Support Engineer in Boston, MA

Our client, a steadily growing and expanding Boston-based international corporation is looking for a highly-motivated and skilled individual to join their team in the Sr. Customer Support Engineer role. The company is a global leader in providing solutions to manufacturers that increase innovation, expand idea generation, and shorten the time it takes to get products from the drawing board to production.

The Sr. Customer Support Engineer will be responsible for product installation, usage support, and configuration in a friendly, fast-paced environment. You will provide telephone and email customer support through pre- and post-sales technical requests. In addition, you will keep clients informed as to the status of their issues and work with Quality Assurance and Engineering to help the rapid resolution of the problems. The Sr. Customer Support Engineer will also assist customers in the installation, troubleshooting, and configuration of the company's software.
Experience: &#149; 2+ years experience in software support
&#149; Strong troubleshooting desire and ability
&#149; Professional, outgoing, and friendly attitude
&#149; Excellent oral and written communication skills
&#149; Experience and understanding of IIS, Windows, and MS SQL
&#149; Experience with .Net technologies, Active Directory, and ColdFusion is desirable

Candidates interested in immediate consideration for this position should email Tom Curran directly at and include a copy of their most up-to-date resume.

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3+ month ASP.NET / C# Web development (West Boston) in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience relating to ASP.NET and C#. This E-commerce client is looking for a candidate that can adapt in web development situations easily and excel using ASP.NET and C#. Any VB.NET experience is a plus as the experience framework on former client sites do utilize VB language as well. Primary skills should include: ASP.NET, C#, HTML, CSS and MySQL. Interested candidates should email right away! Client ready to interview ASAP<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: Advanced .Net, MySQL, VB (Visual Basic), ASP.net

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Access VBA / Excel Downtown Boston -- Financial Services!! in Boston, MA

Our Boston based client is in the field of Financial Services. Their team lead is looking for a qualified professional with 2+ years experience to assist the internal clients and the accounting team with VBA and Excel (csv) to extract data from a Microsoft Access database. These mutual funds related database maintains financial integrity that often needs to be able to produce reports for management/auditors. The reports you will generate will be simple CSV files using Excel. This is a great opportunity to grow you career and have the opportunity of contract-hire with a billion plus dollar company. All interested should apply to . Company is looking for interview quickly, please apply soon!<br/><br/>All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be authorized to work in the United States. All applicants applying for Canadian job openings must be authorized to work in Canada.
Experience: VBA, MS Access, Advanced MS Excel

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Mid-Senior Level LAMP Web Developer in Boston, MA

Our client, a rapidly growing online social networking website located in downtown Boston is seeking a Mid to Senior Level LAMP Web Developer to join their growing team.

The successful candidate will play an integral role in the continued success and steady growth of the company's highly visible website. Experience with open-source technologies is essential for this position. The ideal candidate will have 5+ years experience doing front-end web development in PHP, Java, Python, or PERL. You don't need to have worked with ALL of these technologies, but you should be proficient in at least one as well as knowing your way around MySQL as well.

If you're looking to join an exciting, growing, and innovative startup company then this may be the job for you!
Experience: &#149; 5+ years experience in LAMP web development
&#149; Desire to work hard and have fun in a startup company environment
&#149; Experience with PHP, Java, Python, or PERL (any)
&#149; Experience using MySQL
&#149; Front & Back-end experience, though Front-end is most important
&#149; Ability and desire to create innovative and effective Web 2.0 websites

Candidates should email their resumes directly to Tom Curran at for immediate consideration.

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