Derivatives Trading Systems Specialistnbsp

Role: Derivatives Trading Systems Specialist

Location: Stamford CT/ Remote

Duration: 12 Months Contract or Direct Fulltime

100% remote

The successful candidate will manage configure and optimize banks derivatives trading systems and enhance capabilities and efficiency.

Key Responsibilities:

• Trading System Support:
  • Monitor system performance troubleshoot issues and ensure the stability of trading operations.
  • Collaborate with traders understand needs and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Manage and resolve system incidents promptly coordinating with relevant stakeholders.
• System Integration:
  • Integrate with other trading risk management and backoffice platforms.
  • Develop and maintain interfaces and data flows for trade capture reporting and analytics.
• Compliance and Risk Management:
  • Ensure that systems adhere to regulatory requirements and company policies.
  • Implement risk controls and monitoring tools.
• User Training and Documentation:
  • Provide training and support to users on product features and best practices.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive system documentation and user guides.

Qualifications:

• Education:
  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science Information Technology Finance or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 5 years of experience in managing and supporting Stellar trading systems.
  • Strong understanding of derivatives trading including futures options and swaps.
  • Proven experience in system integration support and technical troubleshooting.
• Skills:
  • Proficiency with Stellar products (Stellar OMS Stellar EMS etc is a plus.).
  • Deep knowledge of derivatives products and trading workflows.
  • Familiarity with financial trading protocols and APIs (FIX etc.).
  • Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to handle complex technical challenges.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills for effective collaboration with traders and technical teams.
  • Ability to perform under pressure in a dynamic trading environment.
• Certifications:
  • Relevant certifications in derivatives trading or financial systems (optional but preferred).