Important Notes: Due to the nature/constraints of the role: Please do NOT apply to this role if you need to do so through a third party (LLC owners/Independent Consultants CAN apply) Due to the nature/constraints of the role: Candidates need to be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship indefinitely If you feel as though you fit 60-70% of the role's ask; please apply; regardless of the number of current applicants Compensation range below is the total compensation (Base Bonus); variance is due to an openness to varying levels of experience Title: Trading & Investment Technologist Summary: Optomi, in partnership with an excellent organization in the Capital Markets space, is inviting applicants for a Trading & Investment Technologist to provide mission-critical support for our trading, investment operations, compliance, and client service systems. Acting as the front line for technical, trade execution and trade settlement and reconciliation issues, you will ensure the reliability, efficiency, and scalability of these systems in a high-pressure environment. The Trading & Investment Technologist engages directly with traders, portfolio managers, compliance analysts, operations, and client service teams to troubleshoot issues, optimize workflows, and implement robust technical solutions. The ideal candidate combines strong technical skills, including expertise in APIs, databases including Snowflake and SQL as well as complex system integrations along with a solid understanding of equity trading and settlement processes. As part of our technology team, you will play a key role as a front-line engineer focused on maintaining seamless operations, enhancing system performance, and contributing to the continuous improvement of our technology ecosystem. Work Expectations: The work location for this role is expected to be onsite in Arlington, Virginia on a hybrid schedule of 3 days per week in-office at a minimum (specifically, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday) or as directed by your manager, depending on the role and team needs. Please know that the hybrid schedule is subject to change, as directed by our Executive Management Team, at any time. WHAT THE RIGHT CANDIDATE WILL ENJOY Acting as the first point of contact for daily support functions required for Trading, Operations, Compliance and Client Service teams Acting as a technical liaison for business stakeholders (e.g., Traders, PMs, Compliance), conducting requirements analysis and implementing tailored solutions; Troubleshooting, analyzing, and resolving technical issues across front and back-office systems, focusing on root cause identification and long-term improvements; Developing and managing API integrations between internal and external systems, ensuring seamless data flow and operational efficiency; Monitoring, optimizing, and maintaining SQL jobs and data pipelines to ensure reliable and accurate processing of critical workflows; Leveraging DevOps practices, including CI/CD pipelines, GitHub for version control and task automation to streamline deployment processes and improve system reliability; Creating and maintaining a comprehensive internal knowledge base, documenting workflows, troubleshooting steps, and system configurations; Proactively identifying areas for operational improvement, implementing best practices, and driving enhancements to support processes and systems; Providing training and onboarding for new users, ensuring efficient adoption of systems and tools; Contributing to fostering a culture of teamwork, innovation, and operational excellence; Performing other position responsibilities, as needed; and Exhibiting behaviors consistent with Sands Capital’s Mission, Values, and culture. EXPERIENCE OF THE RIGHT CANDIDATE: Bachelor’s degree in information technology, computer science, or a related field; 3-4 years of experience in technology, advanced analytics, development, or engineering within trading, investment, or related environments; Strong understanding of equities trade execution and settlement processes; Hands-on experience with SQL jobs and data integration techniques for automating and optimizing workflows; Familiarity with DevOps tools and practices, including CI/CD pipelines, task automation, and GitHub for version control and collaboration; Proficiency in programming using Python or similar languages (e.g., PowerShell, .NET), with the ability to write scripts and develop solutions to enhance system integrations and automate tasks
