Operations Software Engineer: Post-Trade Systems Builder

Xantium

$150K — $225K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
  • 3-7+ years of professional software engineering experience in finance
  • Strong programming skills in Python or Java
  • Experience with SQL databases and data modeling
  • Familiarity with the trade lifecycle including execution, confirmation, settlement, and reconciliation
  • Strong problem-solving skills with attention to detail
  • Excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain systems for trade capture, reconciliation, settlement, risk, treasury, P&L, and regulatory reporting
  • Partner with Operations and Finance to automate workflows and enhance accuracy
  • Build integrations with external systems like prime brokers and fund administrators
  • Make architectural decisions supporting rapid growth and reliability
  • Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams to enhance system functionalities

Benefits

  • Collaborative work environment with a focus on innovation
  • Opportunities for professional development and team leadership roles
  • High visibility position with direct impact on fund efficiency and scalability
  • Participation in firm-wide performance bonuses
  • Engagement with cutting-edge technology and financial systems
Full Job Description
Operations Software Engineer

As such, we seek multiple Operations Software Engineers (OSEs) to design, build, and maintain technology that powers the operational backbone of Xantium. OSEs will work closely with Operations, Finance, Risk, Treasury, and Compliance teams to deliver systems that ensure smooth trade lifecycle management, reporting, and reconciliation. This is a highly visible role in which contributions will directly impact the efficiency and scalability of the fund. At this moment, team lead as well as individual contributor OSE roles are available.

Key responsibilities include:
  • Developing and maintaining systems supporting trade capture, reconciliation, settlement, risk, treasury, P&L, and regulatory reporting
  • Partnering with Operations and Finance to automate workflows and reduce errors
  • Building integrations with external systems such as prime brokers, fund administrators, custodians, and regulatory platforms
  • Making architectural decisions that will support the fund's rapid growth and long-term reliability

Requirements:
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • 3-7+ years of professional software engineering experience in finance
  • Strong programming skills in Python or Java
  • Experience with SQL databases and data modeling
  • Familiarity with the trade lifecycle (execution → confirmation → settlement -> reconciliation)
  • Strong problem-solving skills with an eye for detail and data integrity
  • Excellent communication skills

Nice to Haves:
  • Knowledge of FIX protocols, SWIFT messaging, or regulatory reporting frameworks
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
  • Familiarity with data pipelines, scheduling tools, or workflow orchestration

Compensation: OSEs in New York can expect to earn $150,000 to $225,000+ base. Total compensation for all OSEs also includes a large annual bonus which is guaranteed in year one and based on employee and firm performance thereafter.

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