Operations Software Engineer: Post-Trade Systems Builder
Operations Software EngineerAs a spinout from Tudor Investment Corp, Xantium is launching a multi-strategy hedge fund focused on delivering consistent returns through innovative trading strategies, robust risk management, and cutting-edge technology. As we scale, we are investing heavily in our operations technology to reduce manual work, optimize our relationships with brokers, and prevent errors. As such, we seek multiple Operations Software Engineers (OSEs) to design, build, and maintain technology that powers the operational backbone of Xantium. OSEs will work closely with Operations, Finance, Risk, Treasury, and Compliance teams to deliver systems that ensure smooth trade lifecycle management, reporting, and reconciliation. This is a highly visible role in which contributions will directly impact the efficiency and scalability of the fund. At this moment, team lead as well as individual contributor OSE roles are available.Key responsibilities include:Developing and maintaining systems supporting trade capture, reconciliation, settlement, risk, treasury, P&L, and regulatory reportingPartnering with Operations and Finance to automate workflows and reduce errorsBuilding integrations with external systems such as prime brokers, fund administrators, custodians, and regulatory platformsMaking architectural decisions that will support the fund's rapid growth and long-term reliabilityRequirements:Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field3-7+ years of professional software engineering experience in financeStrong programming skills in Python or JavaExperience with SQL databases and data modelingFamiliarity with the trade lifecycle (execution ? confirmation ? settlement -> reconciliation)Strong problem-solving skills with an eye for detail and data integrityExcellent communication skillsNice to Haves:Knowledge of FIX protocols, SWIFT messaging, or regulatory reporting frameworksExperience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)Familiarity with data pipelines, scheduling tools, or workflow orchestrationCompensation: OSEs in New York can expect to earn $150,000 to $225,000+ base. Total compensation for all OSEs also includes a large annual bonus which is guaranteed in year one and based on employee and firm performance thereafter.