IT Architect

Company: Talent Software Services
Location: New York
Posted on: June 2, 2025

Job Description:

IT Architect

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Job Summary: Talent Software Services is in search of an IT Architect for a contract position in New York, NY(Hybrid). The opportunity will be five months with a strong chance for a long-term extension.

Position Summary: This team aims to evaluate existing tech stacks within the Bank, improve or rebuild outdated or inefficient processes, and ensure the integration of any new deployments goes smoothly.

Primary Responsibilities/Accountabilities:

Evaluating existing tech stacks within the Bank, and providing/actioning process improvements.
Evaluating existing vendor relationships as well as vendor tools to identify areas for improvement.
Assisting in the implementation of any new tools ensuring that the integration into the production environment runs smoothly.
UAT testing and configuration for any new tools/assets.
Working with systems within the US, CANADA, and Europe, as well as across multiple asset classes within the bank.
Heavy use of FIX protocol.


Qualifications:

Excellent verbal, written, communication skills.
Organized, ability to prioritize.
10 years in a similar role at major financial institutions.
Previous experience with FIX protocol. Experience with other protocols and messaging formats such as Kafka, gRPC, MQ, JSON is a plus.
Previous experience with OMS, such as Fidessa, FlexTrade, Tbricks, WEX, TRAFiX etc.
Previous experience with equities. Experience with other asset classes such as options, futures, and fixed income is a plus.


If this job is a match for your background, we would be honored to receive your application!

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