Jr/Mid level SQL UNIX/Sybase Data Modeler

Here's the deal. You can do top-notch work for a world-class organization and make a difference in people's lives. It's that simple.

We're The Capital Group Companies, a 75-year-old investment management company that prides itself on creating an environment in which our associates feel they can succeed and be valued for their contributions. We're the home of American Funds, one of the three largest mutual fund families in the United States. The benefits of working at Capital include interesting work, exceptional colleagues, a comfortable workplace, competitive salaries and bonuses, and health and life benefits from day one.


Job Description
Here's the deal. You can do top-notch work for a world-class organization and make a difference in people's lives. It's that simple.

We're The Capital Group Companies, a 75-year-old investment management company that prides itself on creating an environment in which our associates feel they can succeed and be valued for their contributions. We're the home of American Funds, one of the three largest mutual fund families in the United States. The benefits of working at Capital include interesting work, exceptional colleagues, a comfortable workplace, competitive salaries and bonuses, and health and life benefits from day one.The Position is for a junior to mid level Software Developer to work as a Programmer/Analyst (Technologist) within the Equity Investment Management Team of Capital Group Companies (CGC). The team's purpose is to deliver software solutions to various CGC investment associates and related business departments that work for Capital Research & Management Company (CRMC). The CRMC investment group is responsible for managing our Mutual Funds Family. Our mutual fund family in the United States is the American Funds -- which is among the three largest mutual fund families in the nation.As a member of Data Management cluster, you will be responsible for development & maintenance of data feeds used by Portfolio Review System - the flagship application used by the Portfolio Counselors and Analysts in our company. This application is a sophisticated on-line analytical and reporting tool customizable to the specific needs of each member of the investment group. The work would include integration of data from various internal and external systems, in addition to modeling and mapping of information into the appropriate business constructs.Qualifications
Desired candidates will exhibit SQL & Software development skills. The should have experience in using some of the technologies (listed below), plus demonstrate good understanding of the concepts & methodologies:
Software Development Life Cycle: Rapid application development methodology

Strong SQL skills - Sybase & Oracle

Entity Relationship Modeling - ERWIN

Good written and communication skills - technical & design documentation

Understanding of Java Technolgies - development experience a plus

Good Knowledge of Unix environment - scripts, perl, etc.

J2EE - JSP, Web Applications development - a Plus

Object Oriented Design and Programming principles, Rational UML; Patterns; etc. - a Plus

Java & J2EE - JSP, Web Applications development - a Plus

BEA Weblogic - a Plus

Web Technologies & Markup languages - HTML, Java Script, CCS, XML - a Plus

Optional but a Plus: .NET & SOAP technologies - a Plus

IBM Eclipse based Rational Application Developer (RAD 6.x) Java IDE - a Plus

Understanding Knowledge of multi-tier system architectures (N-Tier) - a Plus

J-Unit Testing and automation - a PlusWe offer excellent salaries, a progressive environment and a premier benefits package that includes:
Medical, dental and vision coverage effective day one

Three weeks vacation in year one

15% of annual salary plus bonuses contributed by the company to your retirement plan, up to IRS limits

Generous educational assistance

Health club subsidy

Paid, comprehensive training programs

Team-oriented working environment

Business casual dress
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.