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Do you want to work for one of the "Top 55 companies in BC"

A Great Place to Work in Metro-Vancouver

Work in a modern office tower that is bright, airy and 100% open-plan. Everyone enjoys the bright natural light from floor to ceiling windows with a spectacular 360-degree view of the Coastal Mountains and surrounding urban areas...and we're conveniently located right next to the Expo Line Skytrain line.

Great Benefits

In addition to our comprehensive compensation package of salary, incentives and benefits we provide:

4 weeks vacation to start;
Top up Maternity Benefits and Paternity Leave
A learning organization with our own internal learning program, "FINCADemy"
Free use of on-site fitness centre,
Free parking or subsidized transit pass, your choice;
FINCAD HOPE [Helping Other People Effectively], the employee managed charitable program that enables you to get involved with deserving community projects and make a difference;
Our Ministry of Fun that organizes regular social and sporting activities including monthly socials. Some events are organized for employees, some for employees and their families, and some for employees' children.

Find more about FINCAD

We look forward to meeting you!

Current Job Openings - Vancouver, BC

Click the links below to view the jobs currently available in the Vancouver area.

Account Manager

What we will ask of you:

FINCAD is looking for individuals who are driven to be the very best in their field. FINCAD is provides a positive environment that is committed to supporting ambitious sales professionals that want to co-invest in developing themselves to their full potential.

As part of the Americas / Asia Pacific Direct Sales team, the Account Manager will be responsible to:

Develop, nurture and maintain strong relationships with our clients to maximize both retention and penetration sales into assigned territory.
Execute on FINCAD SSA sales process, including identifying new opportunities at assigned accounts, with existing or new products and services, developing the opportunities, negotiating contracts and closing sales.
Negotiate organizational hierarchies to engage with multiple decision makers and influencers, including establishing strong relationships to ensure relationships with key internal buyers are developed and maintained.
Have written Account Plans with annual objectives and tactics for assigned accounts with the largest potential for sales in any given half-year.
Assist in design and development of marketing campaigns to assigned territory.
Qualify and understand prospects'/clients' core business strategy and find ways for FINCAD to support and deliver that strategy through superior customer experience and enabling technologies.
Develop and meet accurate quarterly and annual sales forecasts for a named account territory. Report on a weekly basis.
Be an active contributor to a positive, innovative, collaborative, and cooperative work environment.
Able to work independently and as a Team Player
Ensure that FINCAD CRM standards are maintained on all accounts.

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

2+ years Inside Sales experience with experience closing software license deals and proven ability to "WOW" customers.
University degree in finance, economics, computer science or mathematics
Previous experience in the finance industry and knowledge of financial derivatives
Successfully managed a sales target and sales forecasts.
Sales affinity, including curiosity, competitiveness, and win-win attitude.
An ability to demonstrate self-confidence, flexibility, initiative, perseverance, and integrity.
Knowledge of business organization structures, buying influences and purchasing processes.
You have excellent prospecting, account management and assertive results orientated focus on closing.
Professional and mature telephone manner.
Strong negotiation, communication, writing and organizational skills.
Have a sense of humour.
Knowledge of Microsoft Computer Applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook is required.

Next Steps:

To apply for this exciting opportunity to learn and grow in the software and finance industry, please email your resume with a covering letter referencing AM190210 to AcctMgr@fincad.com.

Client Services Quantitative Analyst

What we will ask of you:

A key contributor to FINCAD's success in the marketplace has been the outstanding level of support provided to clients through product and subject matter expertise provided by the Client Services organization.

As a key member of the Client Services Organization, the CS Quantitative Analyst will provide first-level technical support and knowledge to the Sales Organizations in both the Dublin and Vancouver offices. Specifically providing expert demonstration of FINCAD solutions including matching them to an understanding of the business needs and technical issues of the client. The CS Quantitative Analyst will work very closely with FINCAD Sales and Support representatives and will be focused on both pre-sales and post sales support.

Objective of the Role

Work within the Client Services Group to build a world class sales organization through a combination of expert knowledge of customer situations, need and envisioned solutions, expertise of FINCAD's solutions, as well as specific domain knowledge related to Quantitative Finance.

Provide quantitative pre- sales and post sales support to FINCAD sales and support representatives for FINCAD products and services focusing on the new F3 suite - to enable the company to achieve its short term and long term revenue targets and product objectives.
Provide "quantitative demonstrations" of FINCAD F3 solutions that match confirmed customer needs. Design and develop a suite of example applications to best show the products capabilities and to highlight ease of integration.
Ensure a consistently high level of product support is provided to assist the pre-sales process and help differentiate FINCAD F3 products and services from the competitors' offerings.
Proactively identify business needs/issues that can be met by using FINCAD products. Work closely with sales and prospects to understand their technical solution and leverage necessary FINCAD technical resources to bring maximum value to the relationship.
Ensuring communication back to Product Management of client needs and requirements along with suitability of the product roadmaps to meet ongoing client demands.
Ensure client satisfaction and successful sales cycles through a consistently high level of product and technical assistance.
Assist in the Sales process by attending trade shows on behalf of the company.
Help differentiate FINCAD products and services from the competition.

Accountabilities

Ability to communicate complex information on the phone or via email.
Evidence a strong quantitative skill set
Participate in all training provided both to FINCAD Sales and FINCAD Client Services
Gather information about the client / business issue and flow that information to the appropriate individuals within FINCAD including Product Management and Client Services
Document conversations and activates with all contacts in the FINCAD's CRM database.
Clearly document all bugs and deficiencies within the FINCAD Support system and participate in their timely resolution.
Perform internal product and domain training.
Work closely with colleagues to transition new clients from the pre-sales support phase to the post-sales support phase.
Continually learn about FINCAD clients, industry and the financial instruments that are in the marketplace.

Contact

All FINCAD employees
Client Services Derivatives Analysts
FINCAD R & D Quants and Developers
Sales Representatives -AMAPAC, EMEA and FAP
Current Clients
Prospective Clients

Experience, Knowledge and Skills

University degree or recognized diploma in a quantitative / mathematical discipline.
Experience in Quantitative Finance
Proficient in the basic concepts of the financial derivatives market and in particular financial instrument valuations.
Good Communications skills (verbal and written).
Good planning and organizational abilities.
Works well in pressure situations.
Excellent OO based programming skills.
Detailed knowledge of VB, Excel, C and C++.
Excellent knowledge of the Software development life cycle
Commitment to acquire a high level of domain knowledge in Financial Instrument valuations through self and assisted studies

Other skills and abilities

Strong communication and telephone skills
Thrive in a fast-paced, intellectually challenging environment
Strong sales orientation including extra efforts to proved value of FINCAD solutions to meet client needs
Able to work independently and as a Team Player
Detail-oriented and adaptable.
Hard working, dedicated, desire to succeed, tenacity
Quick learner.

Next Steps:

If you are a fast learner, a team player who can work independently, a good listener who can work well under pressure, a professional who is accountable and reliable, and you possess a positive attitude; you are a perfect fit for this dynamic, fun, fast-growing company. To apply for this exciting opportunity please email your resume and covering letter referencing CSQ6810 to: mailto: ClientServ@fincad.com

Derivative Analyst, Client Service

What we will ask of you:

As a Derivatives Analyst you will respond to client enquiries and conduct quality reviews of FINCAD analytics while gaining exposure to a variety of financial securities and derivatives; have the opportunity to interface with clients; and ensure a thorough understanding of the operational process. The individual will also be given the opportunity to develop key skills such as team work, managing client relationships, and project management. The individual will be expected to demonstrate a high level of drive and commitment in all aspects of the role. Support will be given to ensure that the individual has the opportunity and confidence to develop.

Pricing swaps, swaptions, and other complex derivatives using various industry standard models.
Respond to Client enquires
In conjunction with other staff review the FINCAD analytics for accuracy
Retrieving and utilizing market data (curves, volatilities, etc.) for pricing financial instruments.
Conduct due diligence during data collection by ensuring the accuracy and validity of market data.
Coordinating and conducting on-going month-end valuations. (not currently required)
Generating monthly valuation reports. (not currently required)
Continuous process improvement through stream lining procedures and automation.
Perform reviews of derivative valuations.
Provide technical support of new and on-going valuations.
Serve as a primary contact for FINCAD clients' in resolving derivative valuation issues.
Build pricing applications which will be used to price financial instruments.

Contacts:

Quantitative Analysts
Analysts, Client Services
Clients

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

University degree (business - finance, mathematics, computer science) is required.
Ideally you have an understanding of financial markets, including securities and derivatives.
Advanced proficiency with computer applications, such as MS Excel, Macros, and Word.
Intelligent, numerate problem solver with an eye for detail.
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
Ability to work with multiple levels of personnel and multiple task levels.
Self-motivated, hard working and flexible individual with the ability to prioritize competing responsibilities while working in a fast-paced, high-pressure work environment.

Next Steps:

To apply for this exciting opportunity please email your resume and covering letter referencing CSDA100707 to: ClientServ@fincad.com

FINCAD Analytics Suite Product Manager

What we will ask of you:

In this role, in addition to owning the complete product lifecycle for FINCAD Analytics Suite, FINCAD's flagship product line, you will also be responsible for FINCAD enablement solutions, ensuring every prospects first experience with FINCAD is positive. You will work with the leading derivative industry professionals and software vendors, and draw from FINCAD's deep expertise in financial instrument modeling, to shape the future of financial analytics software.

Specific responsibilities include:

Product Planning: as "product boss" you will lead a cross functional team to define a 3 year product strategy identifying new product capabilities, new businesses, and new markets consistent with FINCAD corporate strategy. If necessary, play a similar leadership role in recognizing and championing the exit of fundamentally bad businesses. Identify and exploit potential synergies among existing and potential future products.
Opportunity definition: Be the expert on customer needs and product requirements. Perform market analysis (market research, customer needs assessment and competitive analysis) to develop deep understanding of customers and their needs. Analyze broader business context, including industry structure, competitive dynamics and distinctive FINCAD capabilities.
Customer Advocate: Infuse the organization with a deep knowledge of customer perspectives and requirements. Meet regularly with customers and partners to elicit needs, validate product direction, and support strategic sales activities.
Product definition: Perform all required quantitative analysis (customer satisfaction, market share, sales trends, profitability, win/loss), strategic planning (business case, buy/build/partner, pricing) and product planning (product definition, positioning, packaging, pricing) required to clearly define customer and product requirements.
Product Lifecycle Management: Lead a cross functional team to implement the product strategy throughout the entire product lifecycle from inception to end of life on time and on budget.
Product Performance: Monitor and report on market performance of responsible products, recommending corrective action where sales or shipments targets are being met.
Marketing and Sales support: As the product champion, the Product Manager will perform internal and customer facing product promotion. This includes working closely with marketing to contribute to, or create, marketing materials and engaging with customer facing organizations to position the product effectively to improve sales effectiveness and drive revenue.
Readiness support: Provide knowledge transfer to ensure customer facing organizations (sales customer support, professional services) are ready to work with new products as introduced.

Contacts

Reports to Director, Product Management
Liaises with Senior Management
Liaises with Research and Development staff of appropriate products
Liaises with customer facing organizations (Sales and Client Services) to aid both pre and post sale customer support activities.
Liaises with Marketing

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

5 plus years relevant experience, including deep knowledge of financial industry and/or Over the Counter derivatives.
Previous product management experience or experience defining and implementing leading edge software products and services an asset.
Finance, CS or Technical undergraduate degree and/or work experience, MBA preferred
A passion for derivatives and financial analytics.
Ability to think outside the box and be highly creative.
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills. Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and persuasively to both technical and non-technical audiences at all levels internally and externally.
Strong leadership capabilities
Global perspective on business solutions
Demonstrated effectiveness in consensus building, time management, issue escalation, planning, organizing, and project management
Position involves travel to customer/partners sites when needed.

Desired

CS or Technical undergraduate degree and/or engineering work experience, MBA strongly preferred.
3+ years of experience as a Product Manager (5+ preferred)
Chartered Financial Analyst, Professional Risk Management or Financial Risk Management certification
Experience defining and implementing B to B, leading edge software products and services.
Combination of large and small company experience preferred.

Next Steps:

To apply for this exciting opportunity please email your resume and covering letter referencing PMF6810 to: ProductMgr@fincad.com

Junior Quantitative Analyst/Developer

What we will ask of you:

As part of the R&D team, the Junior Quantitative Analyst responsibilities include:

Designs, documents, prototypes and programs mathematical solutions to specified financial problems.
Conducts detailed research and analysis of defined financial engineering problems.
Provides financial expertise in the design of business solutions.
Assists in the specification/documentation of detailed requirements for features.
Provides time estimates for allocated work items. Regularly reports progress on allocated work including issues that threaten the quality or timeliness of the work.
Participates in the continual improvement of the quantitative research (and development) processes and procedures implemented at FINCAD.
Continually improves knowledge of the financial domain by reading books, attending seminars/courses and subsequently disseminating the knowledge amongst the whole R&D team.
Acts as a domain expert for areas allocated by the Head of Quantitative Research.
Participates in the review of peers work.

Requirements:

Ph.D. or Masters degree in mathematics or a mathematical science
Object-oriented programming experience is required; working knowledge of C++
Experience with a range of numerical methods to solve mathematical problems
Awareness of basic concepts of financial engineering, and desire to learn more
Good communications skills (verbal and written)
Good planning and organizational abilities
Ability to meet deadlines
Desirable (but not essential) skills include: Matlab, MS-Excel, Python, and experience with a formal software development process

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Next Steps:

To apply for this exciting opportunity in the software and finance industry, please email your resume and covering letter referencing JQR91217 in subject to JrQuant@fincad.com

Quality Assurance - Test Automation Engineer

What we will ask of you:

As part of the Quality Assurance team, the Test Automation Engineer will be responsible to:

Design, implement, and maintain automation test frameworks for Windows, Unix, and Web applications
Support product test engineers in using the automation frameworks and troubleshooting problems
Design, implement, and maintain Functional, Integration, Regression, System automation test scripts to ensure that the scripts adequately test all possible situations
Design, monitor, and analyze automation test results
Design, execute, and maintain Performance, Load, and Stress testing
Provide detailed estimates for allocated work items. Regularly report progress on allocated work including issues that threaten the quality or timeliness of the work
Participate in the continual improvement of the analytics and development processes and procedures implemented at FINCAD
Participate in the review of peers work

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

3+ years experience in software quality assurance
3+ years of relevant experience in test automation or software development
Strong understanding of automation frameworks for Windows, Unix, and Web applications
Experience with scripting languages, such as Perl, Python, Java, Ruby, etc.
Experience in creating, documenting, executing, and troubleshooting automation test scripts
Good knowledge of Test Automation tools, such as Selenium, TestComplete, Watir, AutoIt, HP QuickTest Professional, IBM Rational Robot
Familiar with platform testing and configurations (Windows and Unix)
Solid planning, analytical, investigative, and organizational skills
Good Communications skills (verbal and written)
Works well in pressure situations
University degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or a similar discipline

Next Steps:

Quantitative Analyst/Developer

What we will ask of you:

As part of the Research & Development team, the Quantitative Analyst responsibilities include

Designs, documents, prototypes and programs mathematical solutions to specified financial problems.
Conducts detailed research and analysis of defined financial engineering problems.
Provides financial expertise in the design of business solutions.
Assists in the specification/documentation of detailed requirements for features.
Provides time estimates for allocated work items. Regularly reports progress on allocated work including issues that threaten the quality or timeliness of the work.
Participates in the continual improvement of the quantitative research (and development) processes and procedures implemented at FINCAD.
Continually improves knowledge of the financial domain by reading books, attending seminars/courses and subsequently disseminating the knowledge amongst the whole R&D team.
Acts as a domain expert for areas allocated by Head of Quantitative Research.
Participates in the review of peers work.

Requirements

PhD in mathematics or a mathematical science
Object-oriented programming experience is required (C++ preferred)
Experience with a range of numerical methods to solve mathematical problems
2 - 5 years experience in quantitative research (financial industry preferred).
Has command of the basic concepts available in financial engineering textbooks and is beginning to be a specialist in a few key areas.
Good Communications skills (verbal and written).
Good planning and organizational abilities.
Ability to meet deadlines
Desirable (but not essential) skills include: Matlab, MS-Excel, Python, and experience with a formal software development process

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Next Steps:

To apply for this exciting opportunity in the software and finance industry, please email your resume and covering letter referencing QR91217 in subject to Quant@fincad.com

Segment Marketing Manager

What we will ask of you:

As the Segment Marketing Manager your primary objective is to increase the number of sales-ready leads generated for these segments. In this role, you will need to work with others in Marketing, Sales and Product Management to develop materials and messaging that can be utilized to create marketing programs, campaigns, sales tools and collateral targeted at these segments.

Conducting ongoing research about the segment
Updating/Creating Go-to-market (GTM) strategy documents for the segment
Creating and executing marketing programs based on the GTM document to increase the number of qualified leads within this segment
Developing the messaging and positioning of FINCAD products and services to this segment. This includes the following:
- Creating content for sales collateral, website (including online demos)
- Developing campaigns (direct mail, email, webinars)
- Writing press releases, case studies, white papers as applicable
- Work with Product Marketing Management to integrate specific messaging into product collateral
Tracking the effectiveness of campaigns executed for your segment
Chair/Organize weekly meetings with Sales to help improve lead generation for the FINCAD Alliance Program
Other Marketing tasks as required

Requirements

Bachelor's of Commerce or Business Administration with a concentration in Marketing
At least 7-10 years of marketing experience in a similar role
Prior experience designing and implementing integrated marketing programs to drive leads for sales
Hands-on experience using email, direct mail and social media marketing methods
Excellent analytical and prioritization skills
Excellent communication, interpersonal and organizational skills
Proven ability to multi-task and meet tight deadlines
Prior experience working in a hi-tech environment is required
Prior experience working in Product Marketing and/or Sales is an asset.
Prior experience working in Channel Marketing or a Corporate Treasury is an asset
Experience using Salesforce.com is an asset

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Next Steps:

Software Engineer - FINCAD Financial Framework

What we will ask of you:

As part of the Research and Development team, the Software Engineer responsibilities include design, documentation, implementation and troubleshooting software programs for the FINCAD Financial Framework products using a modern C++ in a multi-platform environment (Windows/UNIX/Linux). The SE conducts detailed research and analysis of defined software engineering problems and prepares design proposals to reflect costs, time and alternative actions to satisfy existing and future needs. The SE provides detailed estimates for allocated work items. Follow the documented development process and participate in the continual improvement of the development processes and procedures implemented at FINCAD to improve the quality and efficiency of the department.

Requirements:

You have more than 5 years experience in software development with detailed and current knowledge of C++, Standard C++ and Boost libraries. Knowledge of Python and experience with developing enterprise solutions with JMS implementations are assets. You have excellent knowledge of the software development life cycle with a commitment to acquire a high level of knowledge in the financial domain through self and assisted studies. You have excellent communication skills both verbal and written. A University degree or recognized diploma in software engineering.

Next Steps:

To apply for this exciting opportunity in the software and finance industry, please email your resume with a covering letter with reference SE80529 in subject line to: F3SoftEng@fincad.com.

No Phone Calls Please. We thank all those who apply however only those candidates to be interviewed will be contacted.

Software Engineer - Web Systems

What we will ask of you:

As part of the Research and Development team, the C# .NET Software Engineer responsibilities include design, documentation, implementation and troubleshooting software programs for the web systems products using the latest Microsoft technologies. The SE conducts detailed research and analysis of defined software engineering problems and prepares design proposals to reflect costs, time and alternative actions to satisfy existing and future needs. The SE provides detailed estimates for allocated work items. Follow the documented development process and participate in the continual improvement of the development processes and procedures implemented at FINCAD to improve the quality and efficiency of the department.

Requirements:

2 - 5 years experience in software development with detailed knowledge of ASP.Net, C#, MS SQL and web technologies
Excellent knowledge of the Software development life cycle with a commitment to acquire a high level of domain knowledge in the financial domain through self and assisted studies.
Background in building Reporting Systems or experience in developing and deploying reports
Experience in processing large volumes of Data will be an asset
Excellent communication skills both verbal and written.
University degree or recognized diploma in software engineering

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.

Next Steps:

To apply for this exciting opportunity in the software and finance industry, please email your resume with a covering letter with reference WSSE-02-01 to: FinSoftEng@fincad.com

Territory Account Manager

What we will ask of you:

As part of the Americas / Asia Pacific Direct Sales team, the Territory Account Manager will be responsible to:

Efficient and effective outbound sales to new prospects or lapsed clients through self-initiated demand or demand created by marketing campaigns for specified marketing segment.
Maintain high level of outbound sales activity.
Execute sales by following the FINCAD SSA sales process, including identifying new potential clients, and targeting opportunities, including at lapsed clients, with existing or new products and services, developing the opportunities, negotiating contracts and closing sales.
Ensure that FINCAD CRM standards are maintained on all accounts.
Assist in design and development of marketing campaigns to assigned territory.
Pursue structured outbound campaign activity into territory
Negotiate organizational hierarchies to engage with key decision makers and influencers, including establishing strong relationships to ensure relationships with key internal buyers are developed and maintained.
Qualify and understand prospects'/clients' core business strategy and find ways for FINCAD to support and deliver that strategy through superior customer experience and enabling technologies.
Develop and meet accurate quarterly and annual sales forecasts for a named account territory. Report on a weekly basis.
Be an active contributor to a positive, innovative, collaborative, and cooperative work environment.
Able to work independently and as a Team Player
Detail-oriented and adaptable

Experience, Knowledge and Skills:

2+ years Inside Sales experience with experience closing software license deals and proven ability to "WOW" customers.
University degree in finance, economics, computer science or mathematics
Previous experience in the finance industry and knowledge of financial derivatives
Successfully managed a sales target and sales forecasts.
Sales affinity, including curiosity, competitiveness, and win-win attitude.
An ability to demonstrate self-confidence, flexibility, initiative, perseverance, and integrity.
Knowledge of business organization structures, buying influences and purchasing processes.
You have excellent prospecting, account management and assertive results orientated focus on closing.
Professional and mature telephone manner.
Strong negotiation, communication, writing and organizational skills.
Have a sense of humour.
Knowledge of Microsoft Computer Applications such as Word, Excel and Outlook is required.

Next Steps:

To apply for this exciting opportunity to learn and grow in the software and finance industry, please email your resume with a covering letter referencing TAM200210 to AcctMgr@fincad.com.