Fircosoft Engineer

Job Description AML EngineerJob at a Glance:Title: AML EngineerFind out more about this role by reading the information below, then apply to be considered.Location: Pittsburgh, PA ; Cleveland, OH ; Brunswick, NJContract: W2 only, 8+ month contract with potential for extension or conversion to full time with either the client or CEIPay: $ 70/hour + optional medical, dental, vision, 401(k) matchOverviewFunction: Risk Mitigation & Cost Optimization Domain: Financial Crime / Anti-Money Laundering (AML) Environment: Agile, cross-functional engineering teams Role Type: Hands-on, highly technical, data-intensive role Focus: Supporting and enhancing AML platforms, payments screening systems, and enterprise data pipelinesKey ResponsibilitiesParticipate in Agile ceremonies (stand-ups, sprint planning, retrospectives)Conduct peer code reviews and support change management processesCollaborate with deployment teams and AML business stakeholdersDesign and develop data models, pipelines, and prototypesEvaluate and present technical solutions, including tradeoffs and architecture optionsWork across AML business functions including transaction monitoring and sanctions screeningSupport, enhance, and integrate AML platforms including Actimize and FircoSoftPartner with risk, compliance, and operations teams to improve screening effectiveness and data qualityRequired SkillsStrong full-stack development experience: React, Angular, JavaProgramming expertise: Python, PySpark, JavaExperience building scalable, high-performance applications in enterprise environmentsDatabases: MongoDB, ElasticSearch, Oracle, Apache IcebergStrong data engineering and data modeling experienceExperience working with large, distributed data sets and real-time processing systemsHands-on experience with Actimize (IFM, SAM, RCM preferred)Deep expertise with FircoSoft / LexisNexis Risk (LNRS) platformsStrong knowledge of: Specifically V6 Fircosoft Experience AML transaction monitoring Sanctions screening and watchlist filtering Matching logic, alerting behavior, and investigation workflowsUnderstanding of sanctions compliance (OFAC) and regulatory requirementsOwnership of real-time payments screening platforms, including: SWIFT ISO 20022 ACH Fedwire RTPExperience with: Customer & counterparty watchlist screening PEP, sanctions, adverse media, vessel, and high-risk entity screeningHands-on work with: Firco model tuning and algorithm configuration Rule optimization and false-positive reduction strategies Data quality improvements across screening pipelinesIntegration expertise across: Payments platforms Onboarding / KYC systems Case management and workflow toolsStrong experience with secure SDLC practicesCI/CD pipeline implementation and automationApplication security, vulnerability management, and compliance controls6+ years of experience in AML / Financial Crime technologyProven experience in: Real-time payments screening environments Customer and PEP screening platformsDemonstrated leadership within large, regulated financial institutionsAbility to lead and influence cross-functional teams across engineering, risk, and complianceExperience supporting: Regulatory exams (OCC, Fed, etc.) Internal/external audits Remediation initiativesStrong understanding of: AML controls, governance, and compliance frameworks Risk mitigation strategiesStrong background in: Enterprise data flows and large-scale integrations High-volume transaction processing systems Platform resiliency, scalability, and performance tuningExperience integrating AML systems with: Payment processing platforms Data pipelines and analytics ecosystemsStrong verbal and written communication skillsAbility to present complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholdersExperience creating technical design documentation and architecture diagramsComfortable working in cross-functional, highly regulated environmentsRequired EducationBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related fieldPreferred SkillsMaster’s degreeACAMS or AML-related certificationsOracle OFSAA / Actimize certificationsCloud certifications (AWS / Azure Architect)Deep FircoSoft + payments screening experience (especially real-time flows)Strong Actimize + AML data pipeline exposureBackground working at large banks or AML consulting firmsAbility to operate at both: Hands-on engineering level Strategic AML platform levelWhy Should I Apply?Join an agile, cross-functional engineering team supporting and enhancing AML platforms, payments screening systems, and enterprise data pipelines. xaygatp This role emphasizes real-time payments screening ownership, data quality improvements, and integration across payments and case management workflows.#INDGEN #ZR