from washingtonpost.com:
Absent from such conclusions is the central role the government played
in creating the crisis. Yes, many Wall Street leaders were
irresponsible, and they should pay. But they were playing the distorted
hand dealt them by government policies. Our leaders irrationally
promoted home-buying, discouraged savings, and recklessly encouraged
borrowing and lending, which together undermined our markets.
Monday, October 20, 2008
why government is NOT the answer to the current crisis. Quite the opposite.
Saturday, October 18, 2008
C++ Dev in NY
Job Order:
DM0626-001-1211
Title:
C++/Linux Developer
Location:
New York, NY
Summary:
Quantitative hedge fund manager seeks experienced computer programmers
with strong math and programming skills to work on trading
infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
Expand/maintain trading capabilities on various markets around the world
Coding connections to new markets
Optimize the performance of systems
Maintain/expand databases financial information
Perform basic systems administration to keep trading network running
Build risk management/performance tracking tools
Experience:
3+ years related experience
Degree from a top college or university
Excellent programming skills
Strong background in math, data structures, and algorithms
Strong C++ skills
Java knowledge a plus
Basic Linux system administration skills required
Solaris a plus
Knowledge of Perl, shell-scripts, DNS, NFS a plus
Financial experience is not required
Compensation:
Commensurate with experience
If you are interested in this opening, please email us a copy of your resume as an MS Word attachment.
Thank you,
Brandon Trujillo
BCI - Financial Services Recruiting
(312) 460-8222 x112
brandon@brokerageconsultants.
www.bcius.com
DM0626-001-1211
Title:
C++/Linux Developer
Location:
New York, NY
Summary:
Quantitative hedge fund manager seeks experienced computer programmers
with strong math and programming skills to work on trading
infrastructure.
Responsibilities:
Expand/maintain trading capabilities on various markets around the world
Coding connections to new markets
Optimize the performance of systems
Maintain/expand databases financial information
Perform basic systems administration to keep trading network running
Build risk management/performance tracking tools
Experience:
3+ years related experience
Degree from a top college or university
Excellent programming skills
Strong background in math, data structures, and algorithms
Strong C++ skills
Java knowledge a plus
Basic Linux system administration skills required
Solaris a plus
Knowledge of Perl, shell-scripts, DNS, NFS a plus
Financial experience is not required
Compensation:
Commensurate with experience
If you are interested in this opening, please email us a copy of your resume as an MS Word attachment.
Thank you,
Brandon Trujillo
BCI - Financial Services Recruiting
(312) 460-8222 x112
brandon@brokerageconsultants.
www.bcius.com
Sunday, September 14, 2008
Development Manager Position
TITLE: (5908MIK) Development Manager
COMPANY: Our client maintains and operates largeinternational computer networks to supportsecurities trading on U.S. and foreign markets.
REQUIREMENTS: This position requires very strongknowledge of computer programming techniques,software design, and programming environment onthe Microsoft Windows platform using VisualC++/MFC. Candidate must have prior experience inbuilding and managing a team of computerprogrammers, running complex developmentprojects, and interact with executive managementas well as outside vendors and clients. Financialsoftware experience is essential, specifically inthe area of front-end applications for tradingmultiple instruments: equities, equity options,and futures. Expertise in design, testing, andimplementation of Microsoft SQL database productsis a great plus. Minimum four-year college degreein computer science or related area is expected.
DUTIES: Seeking a senior management professionalto lead computer-programming team. DevelopmentManager will directly report to Chief InformationOfficer.
LOCATION: Chicago
SALARY RANGE: Competitive
Interested? Please contact us via email atresume@roytalman.com Remember to include thejob number and the name of your counselor (if youhave one).
Feel free to forward this email to a friend.Even if this job is not for you but you areactively looking for a new position - reply to usand tell us what special strength you possessthat will make you standout from our othercandidates.
COMPANY: Our client maintains and operates largeinternational computer networks to supportsecurities trading on U.S. and foreign markets.
REQUIREMENTS: This position requires very strongknowledge of computer programming techniques,software design, and programming environment onthe Microsoft Windows platform using VisualC++/MFC. Candidate must have prior experience inbuilding and managing a team of computerprogrammers, running complex developmentprojects, and interact with executive managementas well as outside vendors and clients. Financialsoftware experience is essential, specifically inthe area of front-end applications for tradingmultiple instruments: equities, equity options,and futures. Expertise in design, testing, andimplementation of Microsoft SQL database productsis a great plus. Minimum four-year college degreein computer science or related area is expected.
DUTIES: Seeking a senior management professionalto lead computer-programming team. DevelopmentManager will directly report to Chief InformationOfficer.
LOCATION: Chicago
SALARY RANGE: Competitive
Interested? Please contact us via email atresume@roytalman.com Remember to include thejob number and the name of your counselor (if youhave one).
Feel free to forward this email to a friend.Even if this job is not for you but you areactively looking for a new position - reply to usand tell us what special strength you possessthat will make you standout from our othercandidates.
Identifiying Detroit's shortcomings?
For those wondering why Detroit has fumbled in automotive innovation, consider that they've not invested sufficiently in innovation: (from NYTimes at http://www.nytimes.com/2008/09/14/automobiles/14AUTO.html?_r=1&ref=todayspaper&pagewanted=all&oref=slogin) -- a seven story tower!
Mr. Hall said: “If G.M. were alone in this initiative, the Volt
probably would be enough to boost it back to the top of the
technological heap. But in Toyota City, there’s a seven-story tower
called the Electric Powertrain Building. And Chrysler
has a hybrid project called ENVI that’s progressing more quickly than
expected. So the best that can be hoped is that the Volt will move G.M.
to the front row of companies with contemporary propulsion technology.”
Sunday, August 24, 2008
The Smoking Gun
Some may have seen the recent drop in silver and gold, seemingly out of the blue. Here is an article that sheds a little light on the subject.
Wednesday, August 6, 2008
Operations Control Manager
Good day,
I'm with BCI, and I was curious if you or someone from your professional network might be interested in this opportunity:
Job Order:
DM0566-010-511
Title:
Operations Control Manager
Location:
Chicago, IL
Summary:
This position will be responsible for issues related to internal
operations control and liaison with external and internal groups.
Additionally the position will serve as a resource for the operations
team and be responsible for development and review of policies and
procedures. The individual in this position will also work on special
projects and be the department's point of contact for external/internal
audit teams.
Responsibilities:
Review operations errors and facilitate the creation/maintenance of policies/procedures for Operations
Review projects for process automation and recommend appropriate tools/systems
Identify training needs and research, develop, and recommend training programs to meet business needs
Follow up on customer complaints and provide regular reporting on operations performance
Establish quality standards and create/manage systems to ensure process improvements and product and innovations
Work with all departments to ensure effective controls are in place
with regards to position reporting - identification and resolution of
inaccurate reporting.
Represent Operations in meetings with regulators/auditors on operations related issues
Follow up on outstanding audit items
Work with department heads to establish performance measurements and strong operations controls
Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Finance, Business or related major.
10 + years of progressive industry experience
Project management experience
Working knowledge of back office systems, GMI, Opics, RTA, etc.
Ability to assess/elicit technical information from external vendors and internal IT on behalf of operations
Extensive experience interfacing with clients and servicing customer needs
Ability to gather, analyze and assess data and recommend alternative solutions
Ability to develop reasonable recommendation considering resources, priorities and needs
Ability to assess client’s need relative to available projects and services
Compensation:
Commensurate with experience.
If you are interested in this opening, please email us a copy of your resume as an MS Word attachment.
Thank you,
Brooke Akins
BCI - Financial Services Recruiting
(312) 460-8222 x103
brooke@brokerageconsultants.
www.bcius.com
I'm with BCI, and I was curious if you or someone from your professional network might be interested in this opportunity:
Job Order:
DM0566-010-511
Title:
Operations Control Manager
Location:
Chicago, IL
Summary:
This position will be responsible for issues related to internal
operations control and liaison with external and internal groups.
Additionally the position will serve as a resource for the operations
team and be responsible for development and review of policies and
procedures. The individual in this position will also work on special
projects and be the department's point of contact for external/internal
audit teams.
Responsibilities:
Review operations errors and facilitate the creation/maintenance of policies/procedures for Operations
Review projects for process automation and recommend appropriate tools/systems
Identify training needs and research, develop, and recommend training programs to meet business needs
Follow up on customer complaints and provide regular reporting on operations performance
Establish quality standards and create/manage systems to ensure process improvements and product and innovations
Work with all departments to ensure effective controls are in place
with regards to position reporting - identification and resolution of
inaccurate reporting.
Represent Operations in meetings with regulators/auditors on operations related issues
Follow up on outstanding audit items
Work with department heads to establish performance measurements and strong operations controls
Experience:
Bachelors Degree in Finance, Business or related major.
10 + years of progressive industry experience
Project management experience
Working knowledge of back office systems, GMI, Opics, RTA, etc.
Ability to assess/elicit technical information from external vendors and internal IT on behalf of operations
Extensive experience interfacing with clients and servicing customer needs
Ability to gather, analyze and assess data and recommend alternative solutions
Ability to develop reasonable recommendation considering resources, priorities and needs
Ability to assess client’s need relative to available projects and services
Compensation:
Commensurate with experience.
If you are interested in this opening, please email us a copy of your resume as an MS Word attachment.
Thank you,
Brooke Akins
BCI - Financial Services Recruiting
(312) 460-8222 x103
brooke@brokerageconsultants.
www.bcius.com
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