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Position
MIO is seeking a Data Engineer to join our Research & Investment Technology team and help build and scale our market data platform. This is an opportunity for an early- to mid-level professional to deepen their expertise at the intersection of data engineering and financial markets.
In this role, you will work alongside experienced engineers and architects to ingest, transform, and ensure the quality of market data from leading providers such as Bloomberg, LSEG, and ICE. You will gain hands-on experience with modern data pipelines, cloud-based infrastructure, and the complexities of financial datasets, while building a strong foundation in scalable data systems that support research and trading workflows.
Primary responsibilities
Data Pipeline Development
Build and maintain ETL/ELT pipelines for market and reference data
Support data ingestion, transformation, and loading across systems
Monitor pipeline performance and troubleshoot issues under guidance
Data Modeling: Analyze vendor datasets across asset classes and map them to the MIO canonical data model
Vendor Integration: Integrate data from providers such as Bloomberg and Refinitiv; normalize and standardize datasets for firmwide use
Stakeholder Collaboration: Partner with Portfolio Managers and Analysts to deliver reliable, bespoke data solutions for research and trading
System Architecture: Contribute to the design and evolution of scalable data architectures using modern frameworks and cloud services
Infrastructure Management: Manage and optimize data infrastructure, including Aurora SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Redshift); support the evolution of scalable storage solutions
Data Management and Operations: Monitor platform health, manage alerts, and resolve production issues within defined SLAs
Data Quality and Governance: Implement data quality checks and controls to ensure accuracy, consistency, and reliability across datasets
Cost Review and Optimization: Review our data usage, infrastructure, and vendor spend; identify opportunities to improve efficiency and align with budget
Required skills & qualifications
Bachelor’s or master’s in computer science, engineering, or a related quantitative field
5+ years of experience working with financial datasets, preferably in buy-side (hedge fund) or capital markets environments, including renowned data providers such as Bloomberg, ICE, or LSEG
Strong programming skills in Python and SQL; experience building and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines working with orchestration tools is preferred
Hands-on experience with AWS, including services such as S3, Aurora, Athena, Redshift, and Lambda
Experience with CI/CD practices and AWS-native tooling
Familiarity with data governance, lineage, and data quality frameworks
Solid understanding of financial data concepts, including market data, security masters, time-series data, and reference data across asset classes (e.g., commodities, fixed income, FX, digital asset, etc.)
Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employer-sponsored work authorization, now or in the future.
MIO has adopted a flexible, hybrid model that supports a blend of in-office and remote work. Our office is in New York City.
Certain US states require MIO Partners, Inc. to include a reasonable estimate of the salary range for this role. Actual salaries may vary and may be above or below the range based on various factors, including, but not limited to an individual’s assigned office location, experience, and expertise. Certain roles are also eligible for bonuses, subject to MIO’s discretion and based on factors such as individual and/or organizational performance. Additionally, MIO offers a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and vision coverage, telemedicine services, life, accident and disability insurance, parental leave and family planning benefits, caregiving resources, a generous retirement program, financial guidance, and paid time off.
Base salary range
$160,000—$160,000 USD
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