Murex Developer

Synechron; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Synechron is seeking an experienced Murex Developer to join our Abu Dhabi team. The role focuses on supporting and enhancing risk systems for Global Markets, collaborating with stakeholders to deliver robust, scalable solutions in a regulated environment.

The ideal candidate has 10+ years in risk technology, deep knowledge of Murex, and hands-on experience with VaR, SIMM, FRTB and EMIR/SA-CCR compliance, within a major financial institution. An ambitious problem-solver is a must.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years of experience in supporting and developing risk systems.
• Strong understanding of risk functions and systems including credit exposures, VaR, SIMM, FRTB.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks impacting risk functions (e.g., EMIR, SA-CCR, FRTB).
• Experience in implementing and supporting risk solutions in large financial institutions.
• Solid knowledge of Global Markets products and front-to-back processes.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the Risk Service Lead and other team members to implement and support risk solutions across Global Markets.
• Analyze and resolve issues and change requests related to risk systems, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Contribute to the development and execution of a multi-year roadmap for risk technology enhancements.
• Support automation initiatives and process improvements aimed at increasing team efficiency and reducing operational costs.
• Ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements such as EMIR Initial Margin, SA-CCR, FRTB, etc.
• Assist in maintaining and enhancing KPIs to track performance and identify areas for improvement

Skills

Market Risk

Regulatory Compliance

Risk Systems

Murex

VAR

FRTB

SIMM

EMIR

SA-CCR

VaR

Education

Postgraduate degree in Information Systems / Engineering / Business Administration

Tools

Murex

Regulatory Reporting Systems

Job description

We have an immediate opening for a Murex Developer position at Synechron in Abu Dhabi.

• Role Title: Murex developer
• Experience:10+ years
• Employment type: Full-time
• Domain: Banking
• Must Have - Market Risk, Murex, FRTB, SIMM, VAR

About Company:

Synechron is a global technology consulting firm that helps leading organizations accelerate digital transformation through innovation, expertise, and agility. With more than 16,700 professionals across around 60 offices in over 22 countries, we combine deep industry knowledge with advanced capabilities in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and data engineering.

Synechron is a global technology consulting firm that helps leading organizations accelerate digital transformation through innovation, expertise, and agility. With more than 16,700 professionals across around 60 offices in over 22 countries, we combine deep industry knowledge with advanced capabilities in AI, cloud, cybersecurity, and data engineering.

Synechron: Technology and AI Consulting for Business

Synechron is an innovative global consulting firm delivering industry-leading digital solutions to transform and empower businesses.

Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Synechron’s Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) program, Same Difference, was developed because we believe in a culture of listening, respect, and opportunity.

We each bring unique backgrounds, thoughts, talents, and experiences with us to work every day, and we know that by embracing them, we are creating an even greater Synechron. The best way to build a strong team is to value individual differences. So, it doesn’t matter where you’re from or what you’ve had to do to get here – if you have the skills, enthusiasm, and drive to make your mark, we’ll support you like we support each other. Choose a career with us and let’s pursue innovation, together.

Job Descriptions:

PURPOSE OF JOB:

• The Senior Engineer will be a key contributor within the Global Markets Risk Service team, supporting the delivery and enhancement of risk systems and processes. This role involves close collaboration with business stakeholders and technology teams to ensure robust, scalable, and compliant solutions are in place to meet regulatory and operational requirements.

TASKS:

• Collaborate with the Risk Service Lead and other team members to implement and support risk solutions across Global Markets.
• Analyze and resolve issues and change requests related to risk systems, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Contribute to the development and execution of a multi-year roadmap for risk technology enhancements.
• Support automation initiatives and process improvements aimed at increasing team efficiency and reducing operational costs.
• Ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements such as EMIR Initial Margin, SA-CCR, FRTB, etc.
• Assist in maintaining and enhancing KPIs to track performance and identify areas for improvement

JOB KNOWLEDGE & EXPERIENCE:

• 7–10 years of experience in supporting and developing systems for risk teams within Global Markets.
• Strong understanding of risk functions and systems including credit exposures, VaR, SIMM, FRTB, etc.
• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks impacting risk functions (e.g., EMIR, SA-CCR, FRTB).
• Experience in implementing and supporting risk solutions in large financial institutions.
• Solid knowledge of Global Markets products and front-to-back processes.

QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS:

• The candidate should possess either a postgraduate degree or qualification in Information Systems / Engineering / Business Administration.
• The candidate should carry a minimum relevant work experience in a Bank or I.T. Company for a minimum of 10 years.
• Good understanding of the financial markets, trading and banking solutions
• Strong organizational skills coupled with the ability to influence decision and make an impact
• Candidate must display strong verbal and written communication skills