Job Description

Job Title: Greenfield Cloud Architect/Implementor and Trade Processing/OMS support Engineer

Location: New York, NY 10006 (In-person 5 days)

Job Type: Full-time

About the Role

A self-clearing Broker-Dealer based on Wall Street is seeking a mid-level Cloud & Business Application Systems Architect/Engineer to develop, support and align our cloud infrastructure with our critical trading and clearing systems. This multifaceted role bridges the gap between infrastructure and business applications, playing a lead role in the design, implementation, and support of cloud services (Azure and AWS) that directly integrate high-performance trading operations, OMS platforms, FIX connectivity, and back-office systems.

The ideal candidate must possess hands-on experience with cloud technologies as well as domain knowledge of financial systems , including order management systems (OMS) , FIX protocol , trading APIs , and clearing platforms . You’ll work closely with the CTIO, MSPs, and business stakeholders to ensure that our infrastructure meets the operational and compliance demands of a broker-dealer environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Report directly to the CTIO.
• Architect, implement, and support cloud infrastructure to support trading, backoffice and clearing systems.
• Work directly with business application teams to ensure infrastructure is optimized for OMS, FIX gateways, APIs , and back-office platforms.
• Maintain and support virtualized co-location servers used for clearing connectivity and market access.
• Manage and enhance integration between cloud services and line-of-business applications.
• Partner with MSPs to maintain desktop infrastructure, endpoint security, and user support.
• Co-manage virtualized co-location servers used for clearing connectivity and market access.
• Administer Microsoft 365, Azure AD (Entra ID), and identity management tools.
• Ensure compliance with SEC/FINRA regulations around IT infrastructure and data governance.
• Configure and support email security , MDM , firewalls , and VPNs .
• Develop automation scripts (Python, PowerShell) for system health monitoring and business workflows.
• Assist with application upgrades and vendor coordination for financial applications.

Requirements

• 5–7 years of experience in cloud engineering or systems administration.
• Strong experience with Microsoft Azure, AWS, and hybrid environments.
• Solid expertise with trading or financial systems (OMS, FIX, market connectivity, clearing).
• Hands-on knowledge of networking , security , and virtual server management.
• Experience with API integrations and data flows between infrastructure and business apps.
• Experience with Windows Server , Active Directory , and Entra ID .
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Ability to document IT processes, troubleshoot issues and communicate effectively.
• Self-starter who can work independently and cross-functionally; willingness to roll up sleeves on all related tasks.
• Must have U.S. broker dealer experience.

Benefits

• 401(k) with matching
• Health insurance
• Paid time off

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