API Support Analyst I

Interactive Brokers Group Inc

Chicago, IL

JOB DETAILS
SALARY
$67,000–$75,000 Per Year
SKILLS
Analysis Skills, Application Programming Interface (API), Bond Market, Brokerage, Communication Skills, Customer Relations, Customer Support/Service, Documentation, Financial Services, Futures, Global Financial Markets, Healthcare, Hedge Funds, Internet/Online Service, Leading Edge Technology, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Pricing, Problem Solving Skills, Reimbursement, Sports, Stock Market, Technical Support, Time Management, Trading Systems, User Documentation, Writing Skills
LOCATION
Chicago, IL
POSTED
30+ days ago

Company Overview

Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) is a global financial services company headquartered in Greenwich, CT, USA, with offices in over 15 countries. We have been at the forefront of financial innovation for over four decades, known for our cutting-edge technology and client commitment.

IBKR affiliates provide global electronic brokerage services around the clock on stocks, options, futures, currencies, bonds, and funds to clients in over 200 countries and territories. We serve individual investors and institutions, including financial advisors, hedge funds and introducing brokers. Our advanced technology, competitive pricing, and global market help our clients to make the most of their investments.

Barron's has recognized Interactive Brokers as the #1 online broker for six consecutive years. Join our dynamic, multi-national team and be a part of a company that simplifies and enhances financial opportunities using state-of-the-art technology.

This is Hybrid role (4 days in office /1 day remote)

About your Team:

As a Level 1 API Support Analyst at Interactive Brokers (IBKR), you will be the first point of contact for clients seeking assistance with our API products. You will handle inquiries through multiple communication channels and guide clients of

varying technical backgrounds through basic API integration processes.

 What will be your responsibilities within IBKR: 

  • Respond to client inquiries via phone, chat, and support tickets in a timely and professional manner.
  • Address basic questions related to third-party integrations with IBKR API.
  • Guide clients through initial API connection processes.
  • Direct clients to relevant documentation and resources.
  • Triage market data inquiries and escalate as appropriate.
  • Route complex technical issues to specialized teams including API Integration, APIL2, AM-API, and FIXENG teams.
  • Document client interactions accurately in the support system.
  • Follow established support protocols and workflows.

 What required skill's you need:

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience (preferred)
  • Basic understanding of programming concepts and what coding entails
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts to clients with varying levels of technical proficiency
  • Strong problem-solving abilities
  • Customer-service oriented mindset
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Desired Attributes

  • Interest in financial markets and trading systems.
  • Previous experience in a technical support role.
  • Knowledge of financial APIs or trading systems (a plus).
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to changing technologies.

 To be successful in this position, you will have the following:

  • Self-motivated and able to handle tasks with minimal supervision.
  • Superb analytical and problem-solving skills.
  • Excellent collaboration and communication (Verbal and written) skills.
  • Outstanding organizational and time management skills.

Company Benefits & Perks

  • Competitive salary, annual performance-based bonus and stock grant
  • Retirement plan 401(k) with competitive company match
  • Excellent health and wellness benefits, including medical, dental, and vision benefits. Company paid medical healthcare premium.
  • Wellness screenings and assessments, health coaches and counseling services through an Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Daily company lunch allowance provided and a fully stocked kitchen with healthy options for breakfast and snack
  • Corporate events including team outings, dinners, volunteer activities and company sports teams
  • Education reimbursement and learning opportunities

This role's anticipated base salary range is $67,000 to $75,000 annually based on skill's and experience. The offered salary is just part of the total compensation package. In addition to a competitive salary, the company offers both a discretionary cash bonus and stock award as well as a wide range of benefits, including health care, tuition reimbursement and much more.

About the Company

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Interactive Brokers Group Inc

About Interactive Brokers LLC

Our Business

For over 40 years, Interactive Brokers has been the pioneer of the electronic trading revolution. We rapidly scaled from a small U.S. options market-maker into a sizable global trading firm by leveraging the power of technology and automation.

Recognizing an opportunity to provide low-cost brokerage services to individuals and institutions seeking alternatives to high-priced firms, we opened our vast intercontinental electronic network and trade execution services to clients. Today, we serve 1.81M clients in over 200 countries and territories worldwide.*

Since inception, we have been committed to delivering value through technological innovation, and providing our clients with unprecedented access to global markets at the lowest cost.

See the list of our awards here:

https://www.interactivebrokers.com/en/index.php?f=809

Innovators Wanted

We are looking for people who see opportunity where others see the status quo. At Interactive Brokers, every one of our exceptional and dedicated employees plays a role in keeping our technology on the cutting-edge, and our company at the forefront of the electronic trading industry.

Our employees work on projects that impact clients around the world in a dynamic startup-style culture. We offer opportunities to push the boundaries of technology. Why will you choose Interactive Brokers? 

Benefits and Incentives

As an employee of Interactive Brokers, you will enjoy a competitive and comprehensive benefits and compensation package. While the specifics of each country's package may vary, most of our offices offer some version of the following, plus more:

  • Competitive Pay with discretionary bonus packages which include company stock grants
  • Comprehensive Health Plans that include extensive Vision, Dental and Prescription coverage
  • 401K Retirement Savings Plan
    (generous company match)
  • Daily Lunch Allowance
  • Wellness Incentives
  • Flexible Spending Accounts
  • Paid Personal Time and Sick Leave

Locations

We are a global company headquartered in Greenwich, Conneticut, with over 2,650+ employees in offices in the USA, Hungary, Estonia, Russia, Switzerland, Canada, hong Kong, the UK, Australia, Japan, India and China. 

Use your skills and interests to
innovate at Interactive Brokers.

Review our many openings across our unique teams
and see what opportunities are right for you.

We are a global company headquartered in Greenwich, Conneticut, with over 2,650+ employees in offices in the USA, Hungary, Estonia, Russia, Switzerland, Canada, hong Kong, the UK, Australia, Japan, India and China. 

COMPANY SIZE
2,500 to 4,999 employees
INDUSTRY
Financial Services
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Paid Sick Days, Performance Bonus, 401K, Stock Options, Flexible Spending Accounts
FOUNDED
1977
WEBSITE
https://www.interactivebrokers.com/en/home.php