Senior Group Technical Architect

Job Summary

Role Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced Murex Technical Expert to drive design, development, and integration of Murex (MX.3) platform across Front Office, Risk, and Back Office domains. The role requires deep expertise in Murex architecture, data models, workflows, and interfaces, enabling scalable and high-performance implementations in complex banking environments.

Key Responsibilities

Key Responsibilities:

1. Murex Technical Development

• Design and develop solutions using Murex MX.3 architecture
• Configure datamarts, workflows, and simulation views
• Customize Murex modules (FO, MO, BO)
• Develop MxML exchange integrations and APIs

2. Integration & Interfaces

• Build and maintain interfaces with upstream/downstream systems
• Implement connectivity with:
• Market data platforms (Reuters, Bloomberg)
• Risk engines and reporting tools
• Payment and settlement systems
• Handle batch processing, real-time integration, and messaging frameworks

3. Data & Reporting

• Design Murex datamart structures and ETL processes
• Optimize reporting performance
• Enable regulatory reporting (e.g., FRTB, IFRS9, EMIR)

4. Environment & Performance Management

• Tune system performance (pricing/risk calculations)
• Manage grid computing and distributed processing
• Support release management and code deployments

5. Troubleshooting & Support

• Provide L2/L3 support for production issues
• Debug complex trade lifecycle and reconciliation issues
• Ensure system stability and uptime

6. Stakeholder Collaboration

• Work with Front Office, Risk, Finance, and IT teams
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Support UAT, SIT, and production rollouts

Skill Requirements

Core Murex Skills:

• Strong experience in Murex MX.3 (10+ years)
• Expertise in:
• Datamart (MDCS, RTBS)
• Workflow configuration
• Simulation views & reporting
• Trade lifecycle management

Technical Skills:

• Programming: Shell scripting, Python, SQL
• Strong knowledge of:
• Unix/Linux environments
• Oracle/SQL databases
• ETL and data processing frameworks
• Experience with:
• MxML Exchange
• APIs / messaging systems (JMS, Kafka preferred)

Domain Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of:
• Treasury
• Fixed Income, Derivatives, FX, Equities
• Risk metrics: VaR, PFE, sensitivities
• Trade lifecycle and settlement processes

• Preferred Skills:

  • Experience with cloud deployments (AWS/Azure)
  • Knowledge of DevOps (CI/CD pipelines, Git, Jenkins)
  • Exposure to regulatory frameworks (Basel III, FRTB)
  • Prior experience in large-scale Murex implementation programs

• Qualifications:

  • Bachelor’s/master’s degree in engineering, Finance, or related field
  • Murex certifications (preferred)
  • Proven experience in tier-1 global banking environment

• Key Competencies:

  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent stakeholder communication
  • Ability to work in high-pressure delivery environments
  • Ownership mindset and delivery accountability

  Role Fitment (Ideal Candidate Profile):

  • 10-15 years in capital markets technology
  • 7+ years hands-on Murex technical experience
  • Experience in end-to-end Murex greenfield or upgrade programs
  • Strong mix of technical depth + functional awareness

Other Requirements

Nice-to-Have Roles Alignment:

This role aligns with:

• Murex Technical Architect
• Murex Integration Lead
• Murex Datamart Specialist

Deliverables / KPIs:

• Stable and scalable Murex platform
• High-performance reporting and risk calculations
• Successful integration with enterprise systems
• Zero critical defects in production releases