WSS Technology – Application Developer – Officer – Based in Bournemouth recruitment

Business Overview:The WSS EMEA Transfer Agency (TA) product is a key component of the IFS bundled service - a credible TA product offering is integral to attracting / retaining IFS business, particularly as the scope of transfer agent services has expanded from transaction processing to Distribution support. The products are used globally, across numerous technologies and platforms, and has a full backlog of work for next year, requiring resources to fulfill it.
Team DescriptionFunds Services division of Worldwide Securities Services requires an Oracle / Java
Developer to join the
Bournemouth based development team, supporting the ongoing development of the Transfer Agency (TA) platform.
Job Description
Funds Services division of Worldwide Securities Services provides third party funds administration within the EMEA region. There is a requirement for an Oracle
Developer with Java experience,
to join the support and development of its strategic TA product.
The role will involve working in the BAU Agile pod, providing client enhancements, application support, and implementation of strategic solutions. The work will be based on
Oracle and PL/SQL
technologies migrating onto a Java based technology, although other technologies will be used where appropriate. Although the role is based in
Bournemouth the TA Technology team is co-located in London and
Glasgow so excellent communication and cross site working skills are required.
The ideal candidate will be an Oracle / Java
developer with a strong track record of working on medium/large scale mission critical systems. The candidate will posses excellent problem solving skill, delivering changes into a complex environment with flawless execution. The candidate will posses a keen interest in technology, aware of industry change and how it can benefit their projects.
Key Responsibilities:Working with technology architects to design and implement solutions aligned to the strategic platformDocumenting and communicating design to all stakeholdersCoding systems adhering to departmental quality rules.Testing. Automated unit, automated SIT and manual SIT testingDocumenting systems - Option papers, Design, Testing Strategy, Testing, RunbooksPromoting technology change and advancementThird line production application supportDelivery quality systems on time and on scope.

Qualifications
Your Background:Strong
Oracle background with PL/SQL Development skillsStrong Design backgroundExperience of the following technologies required; Oracle 10/11g, PL/SQL, Java, Clearcase / Subversion, Business Objects, AutosysExperience of the following technologies ideal; Spring platform, Tomcat, Mule, Maven, MQ, JMS, SQL on one of the main RDMS platforms, Web Development using SpringExperience of the following platforms; Solaris, Linux.Knowledge of application integration pattern and techniques.Understanding of transaction systems and messaging.Understanding of application security.
Proven track record in delivering medium / large scale application within a complex environment.Self motivated and capable of working autonomously with minimal management supervision.Team player with excellent communication and problem solving skillsAbsolute attention to detailDesirables:Exposure to AgileExperience of the Financial Sector