Application Architect - Market Risk Technology

Job Title:

Application Architect - Market Risk Technology

Location:

Jersey City, NJ (Hybrid, minimum 3 days onsite) Duration:
Contract - 12 months Pay Range: $73.67/hr (W2) Job  About BCforward BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description We are seeking an experienced Application Architect to join the Market Risk Technology team within a Global Markets environment. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in Python, Java, React, and SQL and a proven ability to design and deliver scalable, maintainable enterprise applications that support critical market risk capabilities. This role requires partnership with global teams across Ireland, the UK, India, and the U.S. in an agile setting.

Responsibilities:
Design and evolve application architectures for market risk platforms using modern engineering practices. Build and modernize scalable applications with Python, Java, React, and SQL. Develop and optimize database schemas, data models, and SQL for performance and maintainability. Lead solution design through delivery while guiding technical decisions and resolving design challenges. Collaborate with global business and technology stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions in an agile environment.

Required Skills &

Qualifications:

Strong hands-on development with Python, Java, React, and SQL. Proven design of scalable, maintainable application architectures and use of modern engineering patterns. Advanced database design, data modeling, and SQL performance tuning. Delivery of enterprise applications in high-pressure financial services environments. Effective communication and collaboration across business, technology, and global delivery teams. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to lead technical decisions.

Self-motivated leader who owns solution design through delivery. Preferred

Skills:

Experience with Quartz. Investment banking domain exposure with risk and product knowledge. Prior work in Agile/Scrum teams. Role Logistics Start: ASAP. Target start 2-4 weeks after offer to meet business needs. Worksite: NJ, 101 Hudson Street, Jersey City, NJ. Team will move to 525 Washington by year end. Hybrid schedule: minimum three days per week onsite. Glider candidate  required. Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:
Competitive compensation and benefits. Opportunities for growth with global clients. A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people. Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects. About Our Commitment BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now! If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume. Include your current location and onsite availability to meet the hybrid requirement.