New

Application Architect

Genesis10
life insurance, 401(k)
United States, Illinois, Chicago
Oct 08, 2025
Genesis10 is currently seeking an Application Architect with our client in the financial industry located in Chicago, IL and New York, NY. This is a 12 + month contract position. Responsibilities: Provide first level/desk facing support for users of Credit Derivatives and Cash (Bond) applications Work closely with users, answering their queries and raising development requests as they are presented Escalation and timely resolution of production issues, using fundamental problem management disciplines Liaise between Credit applications users and technology teams to address user queries and issues Perform analysis around new requirements or improvements to the current system based on analysis and feedback from key traders and trade assistants Develop and maintain documentation for reference as a knowledge base for training and incident mgt Develop python scripts for improving day to day activities for production support Requirements: 7+ years' work experience in production support (preferably financial domain) Able to support solutions efficiently and effectively, and demonstrate strong communications skills Ability to multi-task and prioritize accordingly in a fast-paced and demanding environment Experience with FICC Credit Trading Applications and trade life cycle management Strong business application support and problem diagnosis skills Strong desire/ability to jump in and investigate issues, resolve problems, and communicate status Ability to deal with a high-pressure Trading environment Manage oneself in an environment of high frequency business and technology changes adhering to release and change management principles Personable, effective communicator with ability to build and maintain partnerships Ability to deal directly with business users and development teams on a daily basis and act as primary liaison Proven ability to handle difficult situations, users and make critical decisions Able to communicate crisply and clearly both from a verbal and written perspective Strong interpersonal skills Excellent work ethic Able to work autonomously and independently solve problems when needed Resilient and confident working in a high-pressure environment Excellent communication skills Leadership Risk & PNL including, greeks PV, Delta, Gamma and derivatives risk and securities including Government Bonds, Agencies, Futures, Swaps, Inflation-linked products, US Treasuries and Bills Results oriented, high levels of service delivery and commitment Good understanding of Municiple Bonds and Credit derivatives and the trade life cycle ( CDS, Index, Index Options) Strong understanding of Electronic trading, STP (straight thru processing) and Trade negotiation Yield curves, funding curves, volatility / correlation surfaces (general understanding / familiarity) Linux primarily ITIL Certification or performed in a role that demonstrates application of the principles Unix Shell, Python SQL (intermediate level: multi-table joins, grouping results, stored procedures) Grid computing (e.g. Data Synapse), job scheduling (Autosys, Crontab) & batch management Well rounded understanding of infrastructure disciplines (network, server, storage, messaging) ITRS Geneos, Splunk, Dynatrace Documentation (Confluence) Experience with trading & risk systems Desired skills: Familiarity or basic coding knowledge of Python or Java applications Dynatrace, Open Telemetry, Geneos ITSM, Splunk Pay range: $63.68 - $71.68 Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position. If you have the described qualifications and are interested in this exciting opportunity, please apply! About Genesis10: Ranked a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S. by Staffing Industry Analysts for six consecutive years, Genesis10 puts thousands of consultants and employees to work across the United States every year in contract, contract-for-hire, and permanent placement roles. With more than 300 active clients, Genesis10 provides access to many of the Fortune 100 firms and a variety of mid-market organizations across the full spectrum of industry verticals. For contract roles, Genesis10 offers the benefits listed below. If this is a perm-placement opportunity, our recruiter can talk you through the unique benefits offered for that particular client. Benefits of Working with Genesis10: Access to hundreds of clients, most who have been working with Genesis10 for 5-20+ years. The opportunity to have a career-home in Genesis10; many of our consultants have been working exclusively with Genesis10 for years. Access to an experienced, caring recruiting team (more than 7 years of experience, on average.) Behavioral Health Platform Medical, Dental, Vision Health Savings Account Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident) Voluntary Term Life Insurance 401K Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities) Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF and Illinois) For multiple years running, Genesis10 has been recognized as a Top Staffing Firm in the U.S., as a Best Company for Work-Life Balance, as a Best Company for Career Growth, for Diversity, and for Leadership, amongst others. To learn more and to view all our available career opportunities, please visit us at our website. Genesis10 is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Candidates will receive consideration without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.