Support and maintain FIX connections to clients for the purpose of Electronic Trading. Manage a rolling program of new Clients connections - this will involve:
Close liaison with the external OMS vendors, Network Vendors and Electronic Trading Desk to ensure priorities are defined and issues are tracked.
Support all DMA and Algorithmic trading flow across multiple asset classes.
Direct support of FIX systems and Order Routing Infrastructure.
Analyze and Research the new functionalities required.
Liaise with Development and/or the external Vendors to uncover root causes of issues.
Own issues and liaise with various IT Support groups, Development groups and external vendors as appropriate to ensure quick problem resolution.
Proactive management of the FIX infrastructure to identify problems before clients are affected.
Testing with Clients in QA environment where needed.
Liaise with the Vendors with regard to the FIX specifications/configurations supported.
Configure the UAT FIX systems and complete emergency tests.
Excellent oral and written communication skills a must.
* Candidate must have at MINIMUM 2-3 years of FIX to be considered. Preferred level of experience would be 4-5+ years
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