JOB DUTIES: Design, develop & support software and vendor integrations on our systems with a focus on our Trading & Trade Order Management domains. Lead projects & initiatives at the firm in the Front Office domain by partnering with stakeholders on efforts to modernize & enhance our platforms. Deepen business expertise in supported areas, related technology, data domains and vendor platforms. Mentor junior Software Engineers and interns, as needed. Collaborate with team members to set standards around architecture, DevOps & data governance. Participate in support escalations, triage & solving production incidents and support activities for critical issues during business hours and when necessary, outside normal business hours. Eligible for telecommuting from home within reasonable commuting distance from Chicago, IL. Will require physical presence at worksite in Chicago, IL at least several days a week.
REQUIREMENTS:
Master's degree or foreign equivalent in Information Technology, Information Systems, Engineering, Math, Computer Science or quantitative discipline. At least 7 year's work experience in the Asset Management industry with a focus on Front Office investment platforms around Trading, TCA, Order Management and Trader Order Operations.
Experience must include seven (7) years of experience in all of the following:
- Investment Management Systems (IMS): Experience with Charles River IMS for portfolio management, order management, and compliance workflows within asset management environments.
- Execution Management Systems (EMS): Proficient with Portware or similar EMS platforms, including trade execution, algorithmic routing, and integration with OMS/IMS systems.
- Modern Data Platforms: Hands-on expertise with Snowflake and/or Databricks for scalable data engineering, analytics, and financial data pipelines.
- End-to-End Trading Technology Integration: Leading development and integration across front-to-back trading systems, combining IMS, EMS, and cloud-based data platforms into cohesive, production-grade solutions.
Experience must include four (4) years of experience in all of the following:
- Cloud Engineering & Architecture: Designing and deploying solutions on cloud platforms such as Azure, AWS, or Google Cloud, including data, compute, and security services.
We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to integrate life and work and to support our employees and their families. Benefits include, but are not limited to; medical, prescription drug, dental and vision insurance, paid time off, profit sharing plan, 401k plan, tuition reimbursement, commuter and holistic wellness benefits along with volunteer programs.
Actual annual base salaries may vary based on factors including but not limited to education, training, experience, and other job-related factors. If hired, base pay will be determined on an individualized basis and is only one part of the total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include a discretionary performance bonus and other Harris sponsored benefit programs.
Expected range for this Chicago-based role
$165,000-$200,000 USD
