Bank Of America Risk Analysis Specialist 

United States, Illinois, Chicago 

97576173

Overview of the Role

We are seeking an experienced Python Software Developer with basic understanding of systems in counterparty credit risk management within major banking institutions. The ideal candidate will play an important role within our compact development team and must possess extensive experience in enterprise software development. The individual will be responsible for contributing to the PCADS projects across all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including analysis, design, development, unit testing, QA, UAT, and tier-2 production support.

• Design, development, and implementation of automated data integrity controls

• Writing reusable, testable, and efficient Python code.

• Work closely with lead developers to implement Python application architectures and designs.

• Maintain existing applications to support operations.

• Produce documents including design documents, and class diagrams.

• Perform testing with technical peers and functional end users to ensure successful launch of development projects.

• Support ad-hoc operational queries for DCI.

• Promote quality engineering and good coding practices across the company.

Required Education, Skills, and Experience

• BS in Computer Science, Financial Engineering, or a related field in (science, technology, engineering or mathematics)

• The candidate should possess a robust background in Python and Object Oriented Programming

• 2-5 years’ experience in the financial services industry (Large banks, brokers-dealers, hedge funds, or financial/data intermediary)

• Basic proficiency in MS Office suite is critical

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Candidate must be able to manage time sensitive issues, prioritize multiple processes and projects, and articulate thought process for decision-making

• Experience with Data Incident Tracking tools such as JIRA/eDIM

• The candidate must possess a personality that enables cooperative work with others

Desired Skills and Experience

• Proven programming skills (Python, Tableau, SQL, and object-oriented programming)

• Prior experience working in Quartz development in Bank of America in a developer role is a plus

• Basic understanding of traded products in global markets, counterparty credit risk, collateral, netting, and exposures is beneficial

1st shift (United States of America)