FIX Integration Analyst IT

FIX Integration Analyst



Typical Day in Role:

• Design, test and implement business driven system changes in the FIX engine, risk management platform and client portal hub for the Electronic Equity Trading desk

• Extensive interaction with clients, vendors and exchanges to manage and maintain FIX connectivity for electronic trading as well as onboard new clients

• Perform 2nd level support of production trading systems to troubleshoot and quickly resolve any issues or questions.

• Develop and maintain a strong knowledge of equity trading strategies, technology and market structure.

• Write queries using in house technologies



Must Have Skills:

• 10+ years’ experience as a business systems analyst

• 2+ years’ recent experience with FIX protocols

• Experience with Electronic Trading (trade order management) and trade desk support

• Systems design and trouble-shooting skills.



Nice-To-Have Skills:

• Background in related topics such as market data, trading applications, and market microstructure would be beneficial



Soft Skills:

• Effective written and verbal communication skills to bridge between technical content and business objectives

• Ability to work efficiently in a noisy and distracting trade floor environment, shifting effectively between development and production items.

• Has the ability to work individually on a project or in a team environment

• Motivated to learn and keep developing one’s skillset

• Strong communication skills and project management/business analysis experience



Degrees or certifications:

• Post-secondary degree in a technology field (Computer Science/Engineering) or relevant experience/skills set will be considered

• Some financial education (relevant courses, CSC, CFA…) or demonstrated capital markets experience would be an asset.