Calypso Developer

Calypso Developer:

Experience: 7 to 18 Years

Location: Hyderabad (Hybrid Mode)

Notice Period: Immediate to 20 Days Max

Mode: Permanent

Job Description:

Job Specification: Calypso Developer with Java Settlements (Capital Markets)

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Calypso Specialist with strong hands-on expertise in Calypso configuration, development, and support, particularly in the areas of settlements and cash flow management within the Capital Markets domain. This role involves managing post-trade workflows, trade lifecycle processing, and integration with downstream systems while working closely with stakeholders like Operations users.

Key Responsibilities

• Calypso Configuration & Customization:
  
  
  
  • Configure and manage Calypso modules for settlements and cash flow management.
  
  
  • Work on customizations including Workflows, BOMessages, BOTransfers, Scheduled Tasks, Reports, and Engines.
  
  
  
  


• Trade Lifecycle Management:
  
  
  
  • Handle end-to-end trade lifecycle processing with a focus on Straight-Through Processing (STP).
  
  
  • Resolve trade breaks and discrepancies across asset classes such as Equities, Fixed Income, and Derivatives.
  
  
  
  


• System Integration:
  
  
  
  • Work with SWIFT messaging, SSI management, and custodian integration.
  
  
  
  


• Collaboration:
  
  
  
  • Interact with Operations users to address trade settlement, reconciliation, and reporting requirements.
  
  
  
  

Key Skills & Expertise

Calypso Expertise:

• Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in Calypso.


• Proficiency in Calypso version 16 or higher, including work with Calypso APIs.


• Deep understanding of settlements workflows and cash flow management.


• Solid knowledge of Equities, FX, Fixed Income, and Derivatives instruments.

Technical Skills:

1. Java Development:
   
   
   
   • Minimum 4 years of hands-on experience in Core Java (JDK 1.8 or above).
   
   
   
   


2. Database Knowledge:
   
   
   
   • Proficiency in writing SQL queries for databases like Oracle or Sybase.
   
   
   
   


3. Unix Skills:
   
   
   
   • Basic understanding of Unix commands.
   
   
   
   


4. Version Control:
   
   
   
   • Familiarity with tools like SVN or Git.
   
   
   
   

Trading Processes:

• Strong understanding of trade settlement, reconciliation, and reporting processes.

Soft Skills:

• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a learn-to-do attitude.


• Strong communication and interpersonal skills to work effectively with stakeholders.


• Ability to work independently from day one.

Agile Methodologies:

• Experience working in Agile environments for project delivery.

Preferred Candidate Profile

• Proven hands-on experience in Calypso module configuration, development, and support.


• Exposure to test automation and scripting (advantageous).


• Strong ability to work independently and manage tasks efficiently.

Mandatory skills set: Calypso Developer, Settlements, Capital Markets, cash flow management, SWIFT messaging, Fixed Income, and Derivatives instruments, Core Java (JDK 1.8 or above).