Calypso Developer

Key Responsibilities

• Calypso Configuration & Customization:
  • Configure and manage Calypso modules for settlements and cash flow management.
  • Work on customizations including Workflows, BOMessages, BOTransfers, Scheduled Tasks, Reports, and Engines.
• Trade Lifecycle Management:
  • Handle end-to-end trade lifecycle processing with a focus on Straight-Through Processing (STP).
  • Resolve trade breaks and discrepancies across asset classes such as Equities, Fixed Income, and Derivatives.
• System Integration:
  • Work with SWIFT messaging, SSI management, and custodian integration.
• Collaboration :
  • Interact with Operations users to address trade settlement, reconciliation, and reporting requirements.

Key Skills & Expertise

Calypso Expertise:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Calypso.
• Proficiency in Calypso version 16 or higher, including work with Calypso APIs.
• Deep understanding of settlements workflows and cash flow management.
• Solid knowledge of Equities, FX, Fixed Income, and Derivatives instruments.

Technical Skills:

1. Java Development:
   • Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in Core Java (JDK 1.8 or above).
2. Database Knowledge:
   • Proficiency in writing SQL queries for databases like Oracle or Sybase.
3. Unix Skills:
   • Basic understanding of Unix commands.
4. Version Control:
   • Familiarity with tools like SVN or Git.

Trading Processes :

• Strong understanding of trade settlement, reconciliation, and reporting processes.

Soft Skills :

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a learn-to-do attitude.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently from day one.

Agile Methodologies :

• Experience working in Agile environments for project delivery.