Independently identify, scope, and propose solutions to complex technical problems with minimal direction
Partner closely with Investment Banking stakeholders, product managers, and cross-functional technology teams
Optimize systems for performance, scalability, resiliency, and low-latency operation
Participate actively in Agile ceremonies, contributing to planning, execution, and continuous improvement
Required Qualifications
12+ years of hands-on experience building enterprise-grade backend systems
Strong expertise in Java, Spring Boot, microservices architecture, and distributed systems
Proven experience with Kafka and event-driven architectures in high-throughput environments
Solid experience with SQL and data modeling, including relational and NoSQL systems
Hands-on experience with AWS, containerized deployments (EKS, Docker, Kubernetes), and CI/CD pipelines
Demonstrated ability to design fault-tolerant, highly available systems
Excellent communication skills with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Seniority & Leadership Expectations (VP Level)
Independently architects multi-service, cloud-native solutions, clearly articulating trade-offs and design rationale
Demonstrated track record of leading engineering delivery end-to-end
Proactively identifies performance, scalability, and reliability risks before they impact production
Sets a strong example for code quality, maintainability, and operational excellence
Comfortable operating with high ownership and accountability in a fast-paced environment
Preferred / Nice-to-Have Experience
Exposure to Investment Banking or Financial Services domains
Experience with Python (FastAPI) in addition to Java
Knowledge of the extended Apache ecosystem
Experience with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce)
Familiarity with BI and analytics tools (Tableau CRM, Cognos, Power BI)
Exposure to ETL / data engineering platforms (Databricks, StreamSets, MuleSoft)
Front-end exposure (Angular, React, TypeScript) is a plus
About the Team
The IB Tech & CRM/Analytics team leads the firm’s global digital transformation, delivering modern, cloud-native platforms that replace legacy systems and provide actionable insights, decision support, and transparency across client and business workflows. The team operates at the forefront of the firm’s cloud and data strategy and partners closely with senior business leadership.
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