Senior Systems Engineer – Front Office Technology

Senior Systems Engineer – Front Office Technology

Location:
Hybrid – New York, NY

Employment Type:
Full-Time, Direct Hire

We are seeking a highly experienced Senior Systems Engineer to join our dynamic Front Office Technology team. This role is pivotal in designing and implementing cutting‑edge solutions that support trading operations and compliance systems within a fast‑paced buy‑side financial environment. You’ll work closely with traders, portfolio managers, and compliance officers to deliver robust, scalable, and intelligent systems.

• Architect, develop, and maintain mission‑critical applications for front office trading and compliance workflows
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to gather requirements and deliver tailored solutions
• Integrate AI/ML capabilities to enhance decision‑making, automation, and predictive analytics
• Optimize performance and reliability of systems using cloud‑native technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP)
• Ensure regulatory compliance and data integrity across all systems
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to engineering best practices

• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience
• 5+ years in financial services, specifically within buy‑side environments
• Strong programming expertise in C#, .NET, and SQL
• Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms: AWS, Azure, or GCP
• Proven track record of AI/ML implementation and integration
• Deep understanding of front office trading systems and compliance frameworks
• Excellent communication and problem‑solving skills

• Experience with microservices architecture and containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with FIX protocol and market data feeds
• Exposure to agile methodologies and CI/CD pipelines

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology