Application Support Engineer

Our client, a major bank in New York City, is looking for Application Support Engineer Consultant 3-6 months initial contract with possibility for extensions and option to hire. 5 days on-site in NYC Office Must be authorized to work for ANY employer in US - NO H1 Visa support for this role Rate: $65-78/h on W2, possible C2C as well. Application Support Engineer Job Description: Overview The Junior Support Analyst provides application and operational support for equity trading platforms and related business applications. The role works closely with traders, sales teams, vendors, and technology teams to ensure production systems operate effectively. Responsibilities Monitor and support trading and middle-office applications. Investigate and resolve production incidents and user issues. Analyze data, logs, and reports to identify problems and trends. Perform user onboarding, access reviews, and operational controls. Coordinate with vendors and internal technology teams to resolve issues. Support system upgrades, testing, and new business initiatives. Create and maintain operational procedures and documentation. Participate in after-hours support rotations as experience grows. Preferred Qualifications Degree in Finance, Business Analytics, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Advanced Excel skills. Interest in financial markets and technology. Ability to learn SQL, scripting, and production support tools. Strong communication and organizational skills. Nice to Have Experience with databases, reporting, or data analysis. Exposure to financial services, trading, or investment operations. Familiarity with Python, SQL, PowerShell, or Linux. Education: Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience Keywords: middle-office applications data onboarding finance business analyst excel sql python powershell #J-18808-Ljbffr