Job Details: Applications Support Engineer
| Job Title: | Applications Support Engineer |
| Company: | Bridgewater Associates, Inc. |
| Position Type: | Permanent |
| Pay Rate: | very competitive |
| Date Posted: | Oct-07-08 |
Technology at Bridgewater:
Technology is central to our success and to maintaining our competitive edge. Our systematic approach to investing and creative use of technology makes our proven track record possible. We've become thought-leaders in financial analysis, portfolio management, trade execution, and client service. Since we understand that in order to have the best performance, we have to have the best people, we are constantly on the lookout for exceptional candidates from all backgrounds. No financial experience is required. What is required is creativity, initiative, conceptual intelligence, and a personality, not only bent on relentless self-improvement, but also open to giving and receiving direct criticism in an environment where every employee is encouraged to challenge and criticize management of all levels.
Position Summary:
We are looking for a number of sharp, self-motivated individuals interested in helping us manage, improve, and support the technology in our various business units. The ideal candidates would enjoy working in a dynamic, fast-moving environment, would be comfortable juggling multiple priorities, and would have excellent analytical and communication skills. Each individual would be placed with one of our teams and get constant exposure to our critical tools and technologies.
Responsibilities would include:
• Investigating software problems to narrow down their possible causes
• Working with users and technology staff to identify areas for improvement
• Responding to requests and inquiries from users
• Conducting regular system maintenance
• Improving documentation of our systems
• Creating and implementing workflows
• Testing of applications
• Participating in special projects and development work at manager's discretion
Position Requirements:
• BS/BA Degree, preferably in Computer Science
• Computer literacy; comfort with Windows, Excel, Outlook, some SQL, and some VBA
• Scripting experience (with languages such as Powershell, Perl, Python, Ruby, etc.)
• Ability to manage and prioritize multiple requests
• Thoroughness and attention to detail
• Desire to improve systems and processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Customer service oriented attitude
• Works well in a dynamic environment
Preferred candidates would also meet the following criteria:
• Programming languages: C++, C#, VB, or Java
• Good understanding of SQL
Bridgewater Associates, Inc. is an Affirmative Action -- Equal Opportunity Employer.
To apply for this position, please use the following link:
http://www.bwater.com/home/careers/job-bank.aspx?d=612&f=23
| Location: [rss] | US-CT-Westport |
| Telecommute: | No (Onsite Position) |
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| URL: | http://www.bwater.com |
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