Senior Software Engineer - Securities Operations

About the Position

We are looking for a Senior Software Engineer - Securities Operations to join our dynamic team at Avaloq, a leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions worldwide. This role involves working closely with clients and teams to develop innovative solutions for securities trading, transaction reporting, securities settlement, reconciliation, and corporate actions.

Responsibilities

• Closely collaborate with the Team Lead, Product Owner, Business Analysts, and other Software Engineers
• Write solution designs for new developments and have them reviewed with our technical leads and architects
• Participate in client workshops and support our business analysts in requirements analysis
• Design, develop, and maintain thought-out solutions within the team’s responsibility
• Improve and optimize existing functionalities
• Develop and maintain automated tests, quality insurance
• Take ownership and responsibility for your area of expertise
• Work with an agile mindset, process, and ticketing platforms (Jira)

Requirements

• Strong proven track record of relevant software development experience of minimum 3 years
• Good knowledge and sound understanding of database technologies (SQL, Oracle PL/SQL)
• Knowledge of Java programming languages. Python, C++ or similar can be valuable
• Eager to learn and understand the business needs aiming to provide clean designs and high-quality code
• Strong conceptual and analytical mind with a structured and autonomous approach to work on complex technical and business problems

Nice to Have

• Experience in the financial industry and/or securities trading topics
• Experience with other Trading System IT vendors
• University degree in Computer Science or related discipline (preferable)
• Knowledge in domain-specific standards for securities trading like FIX protocol, SWIFT MT or MX (ISO20022)

We Offer

• Hybrid and flexible working to maintain work-life balance
• Opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions
• Professional development opportunities
• Inclusive and supportive work environment

About the Company

Founded and headquartered in Switzerland, Avaloq is continuously expanding its global footprint with around 2,500 colleagues in 12 countries, and more than 170 clients in 35 countries. We are an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions around the world, including private banks and wealth managers, investment managers, as well as retail and neo banks. Our research-led approach and continual innovation are powered by the passion and creativity of our colleagues.

We are always looking for talented people to join us on our mission to orchestrate the financial ecosystem and democratize access to wealth management. Avaloq offers the opportunity to work closely with some of the world’s leading financial institutions as we jointly develop and shape careers. Championing a collaborative, supportive, and flexible work environment empowers our colleagues to reach their full potential.

Job Location

Switzerland

Additional Information

We are proud to embrace diversity and understand the success of our business is built on the power of different opinions. We are wholeheartedly committed to fostering an equal opportunity environment and inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self. We hire, compensate, and promote regardless of origin, age, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other fantastic traits that make us all unique.

Please be aware that we will not accept speculative CV submissions for any of our roles from recruitment agencies, and any unsolicited candidate submissions will be exempt from any payment expectations.