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We serve private equity, private credit, hedge funds, endowments, and others with integrated technology, specialized expertise, and scalable operations.\nOur proprietary platform connects data, workflows, and operations across the investment lifecycle, delivering the automation, transparency, and insights clients need to operate efficiently and grow with confidence. Combined with deep expertise across fund accounting, middle office, investor services, regulatory reporting, tax, risk, and front-office solutions, we help clients navigate complexity at scale.\nMore than 2,400 professionals across 14 global offices deliver the expertise, responsiveness, and consistency that have made HSFT a trusted partner to alternative asset managers worldwide.\nAt HSFT, we are committed to helping employees build meaningful, long-term careers through structured development programs, leadership opportunities, and clear paths for growth. Guided by our core values of Relationships, Support, Innovation, and Expertise, we foster a collaborative environment where people are empowered to learn, contribute, and succeed.\nWe offer flexible working arrangements, comprehensive health and well-being benefits, and a culture that invests in our people because they are the foundation of our success.\nFounded in 2008 as HedgeServ, HSFT is recognized as a leading provider of alternative asset services, earning industry recognition across technology, accounting, client service, investor services, and regulatory expertise.\nThis role will be hybrid in Dallas, TX or Raleigh, NC. Visa sponsorship will not be offered at this time.\nJob Description\nThe Senior Application Support Engineer is responsible for supporting workflows across front-, middle-, and back-office teams. This role is an SME for our FIX connectivity, trade flows, and core application platforms. 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