Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced

Software Solutions Architect

with a strong background in financial markets and asset classes. The ideal candidate will be responsible for designing and overseeing the implementation of scalable, secure, and high-performance software solutions that support trading, risk management, and financial analytics platforms. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technology architecture with business goals, regulatory requirements, and cybersecurity best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead the design and architecture of enterprise-grade financial software systems. Translate business requirements into robust technical solutions across trading, portfolio management, and risk domains. Define and maintain architectural standards, patterns, and best practices. Collaborate with development teams to ensure alignment with architectural vision. Evaluate and recommend technologies, frameworks, and platforms. Drive adoption of DevOps, CI/CD, and cloud-native practices. Ensure scalability, performance, and security of applications in production. Integrate IT security principles into all stages of software design and development. Conduct threat modeling, risk assessments, and security reviews of architecture. Ensure compliance with industry regulations and internal security policies. Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams. Engage with stakeholders across product, compliance, infrastructure, and cybersecurity.

Required Skills & Experience

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Technical Expertise:

Proficiency in

Java

,

C#

,

C++

,

Python

,

JavaScript

. Experience with

ReactJS

and/or

AngularJS

for front-end development. Strong understanding of

AWS Cloud Services

(EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, etc.). Hands-on experience with

DevOps

,

CI/CD pipelines

, and

containerization

(Docker, Kubernetes). Deep knowledge of

software architecture patterns

(microservices, event-driven, layered architecture).
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IT Security & Compliance:

Solid understanding of

application security

,

network security

, and

data protection

. Experience implementing

secure coding practices

,

identity and access management (IAM)

, and

encryption protocols

. Familiarity with

security frameworks

(e.g., OWASP, NIST, ISO 27001). Experience with

security monitoring

,

incident response

, and

vulnerability management

. Knowledge of

regulatory compliance

in financial systems (e.g., MiFID II, Dodd-Frank, GDPR).
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Financial Domain Knowledge:

Familiarity with

financial asset classes

such as equities, fixed income, derivatives, FX, or commodities. Understanding of

trading workflows

,

market data

,

order management systems

, or

risk analytics

.
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Soft Skills:

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities. Ability to work in a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Preferred Extras

Experience with

Kafka

,

Redis

,

ElasticSearch

, or

GraphQL

. Exposure to

quantitative modeling

,

data science

, or

machine learning

. Certifications such as

CISSP

,

CISM

, or

AWS Certified Security - Specialty

are a plus.

Why Apply ?

Work on cutting-edge financial technology solutions. Collaborate with top-tier professionals in finance, engineering, and cybersecurity. Competitive compensation and benefits. Flexible working arrangements and a culture of innovation.

Adam Davies

Partner


Technology 'recruitment & search'

Menrva Group

Registered Agent R1326604


Company EA License 19S9808


Company Registration 201900823K


MENRVA PTE. LTD.