Capital Markets Tech Lead | AI, Blockchain & Cloud

Job Summary
Synechron seeks an experienced Lead - Capital Markets to steer the design and delivery of technology solutions for capital markets programs. This role focuses on leading cross-functional teams guiding technology strategy and ensuring alignment with organizational objectives. The ideal candidate will drive innovation manage critical initiatives and maintain strong partnerships with business and technical stakeholders.

Software Requirements

Required Skills

• In-depth understanding of various technologies and software systems

• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies

• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies

• Understanding of software architecture and design patterns

• Knowledge of cloud computing platforms and infrastructure

• Knowledge of database management systems and data structures

Preferred Skills

• Experience with AI/ML blockchain or related advanced technologies

• Experience with enterprise-grade security compliance considerations and governance

Overall Responsibilities

• Lead the development and implementation of projects using emerging technologies

• Mentor and guide team members to ensure the successful delivery of projects

• Identify and evaluate new technology solutions to improve business processes

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with the organizations overall strategy

• Stay up-to-date with the latest technological advancements and industry trends

Technical Skills (By Category)

Programming Languages

• Essential: Not specified

• Preferred: Knowledge of modern languages used in capital markets projects (e.g. Java Python or C#)

Databases/Data Management

• Essential: Knowledge of database management systems and data structures

• Preferred: Data modeling concepts data pipelines ORM concepts

Cloud Technologies

• Essential: Knowledge of cloud computing platforms and infrastructure

• Preferred: Experience with multi-cloud deployments and cloud security controls

Frameworks and Libraries

• Essential: Knowledge of software architecture and design patterns

• Preferred: Experience with microservices REST APIs and integration patterns

Development Tools and Methodologies

• Essential: Familiarity with project management tools and Agile methodologies; version control practices

• Preferred: CI/CD tooling DevOps practices and modernization tooling

Security Protocols

• Essential: Understanding of security and compliance considerations

• Preferred: Encryption secrets management and governance practices

Experience Requirements

• Years of Experience: 5 years

• Domain Experience: Technology leadership and software development in capital markets or enterprise environments

• Industry Experience Preferences: Experience working with cross-functional teams in financial services or large enterprises

• Alternative Experience Pathways: Significant hands-on leadership in technology initiatives and delivery

Day-to-Day Activities

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand business requirements

• Lead cross-functional technology teams and provide technical guidance

• Evaluate new technologies and make recommendations for adoption

• Develop and maintain technology roadmaps

• Manage vendor relationships and negotiate contracts

• Mentor and provide technical guidance to team members

• Drive technology initiatives and ensure successful project delivery

Qualifications

• Educational Requirements: Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Information Technology or related field

• Certifications: Relevant certifications in emerging technologies are a plus

• Training: Ongoing professional development and staying current with industry best practices

• Equivalency: Relevant hands-on experience may be considered in place of formal degrees

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to work well under pressure and meet tight deadlines

• Excellent stakeholder management and negotiation skills

• Strong leadership and teamwork abilities

• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions

• Adaptability and continuous learning mindset

Professional Competencies

• Critical thinking and problem-solving

• Leadership and teamwork

• Communication and stakeholder management

• Adaptability and learning orientation

• Innovation mindset

• Time and priority management

SYNECHRONS DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity Equity and Inclusion (DEI) initiative Same Difference is committed to fostering an inclusive culture promoting equality diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds race ethnicities religion age marital status gender sexual orientations or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements mentoring internal mobility learning and development programs and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs job requirements and individual qualifications without regard to the applicants gender gender identity sexual orientation race ethnicity disabled or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

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