Head of Front Office Systems Technology- Executive Director jobs in United States
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Genesis10 ยท 4 weeks ago

Head of Front Office Systems Technology- Executive Director

positionNew York, NY
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityDirector/Executive
money$228K/yr - $265K/yr
date15+ years exp

Genesis10 is currently seeking a Head of Front Office Systems Technology- Executive Director with a Banking Company client in New York, NY. This role involves leading the development and delivery of technology solutions for the Fixed Income, Currencies, and Commodities (FICC) business, ensuring efficient trading and risk management across global markets.

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Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive technology strategy for the FICC business aligned with the bank's commercial and regulatory objectives
Oversee the design, development, and maintenance of trading, pricing, risk, and post-trade applications
Ensure systems are scalable, resilient, and compliant with industry standards and regulations
Champion modernization initiatives across platforms and practices
Build, mentor, and manage a high-performing team of software engineers, architects, and technical leads
Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and continuous improvement
Demonstrate leadership that emphasizes collaboration, transparency, accountability, and clear communication
Drive talent development and succession planning across the FICC technology organization
Lead the development of front-office and middle-office applications including trade capture, pricing engines, risk analytics, and market data integration
Ensure timely and high-quality delivery of technology solutions to meet evolving business needs
Promote best practices in software engineering, including modular architecture, automated testing, and performance optimization
Provide technical oversight and guidance on Java-based application development
Collaborate with infrastructure and middleware teams to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of FICC platforms
Drive modernization efforts including cloud adoption, containerization, and microservices architecture
Ensure high availability and low latency of trading systems
Build strong relationships with FICC business leaders, peers across technology, and enterprise partners to drive alignment and progress
Partner with risk, compliance, and operations to understand priorities and deliver impactful solutions
Act as a liaison between technology and business stakeholders to ensure alignment and effective communication
Manage relationships with external vendors and technology partners
Stay abreast of industry trends in electronic trading, data analytics, and regulatory technology
Drive innovation by exploring new tools, technologies, and methodologies to enhance FICC capabilities
Lead initiatives to improve system performance, reduce operational risk, and enhance user experience
Apply SAFe (Scaled Agile Framework) principles to improve delivery efficiency and cross-team collaboration

Qualification

FICC systems expertiseJava application developmentTechnology leadershipSAFe methodologyTrading workflows knowledgeRisk management understandingStakeholder managementTeam buildingCommunication skills

Required

15+ years of experience in technology leadership roles, with deep expertise in FICC systems
Proven track record of delivering complex technology solutions in a global markets environment
Strong understanding of trading workflows, market data, risk management, and regulatory requirements
Hands-on experience with Java and related technologies in enterprise-scale systems
Familiarity with SAFe or other scaled agile methodologies
Deep knowledge of pricing, PnL, and FICC products such as CAPS, Index TRS, and other structured instruments
Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills
Ability to build strong relationships across business, technology, and enterprise functions to drive transformation and modernization
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field; Master's degree preferred
Only candidates available and ready to work directly as Genesis10 employees will be considered for this position

Benefits

Behavioral Health Platform
Medical, Dental, Vision
Health Savings Account
Voluntary Hospital Indemnity (Critical Illness & Accident)
Voluntary Term Life Insurance
401K
Sick Pay (for applicable states/municipalities)
Commuter Benefits (Dallas, NYC, SF)

Company

Genesis10

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Information Technology and Services
dateFounded in 1999
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New York, New York, USA
people-size1001-5000 employees
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http://www.genesis10.com/

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage

Leadership Team

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Harley Lippman
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