Electronic Fixed Income Consultant/Technical BSA- eFI

BeachHead Inc.; Toronto; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

BeachHead Inc. is seeking an Electronic Fixed Income Consultant/Technical BSA- eFI to join our client’s transformation team in Toronto.

The role focuses on transforming and electronifying Fixed Income trading workflows by partnering with front office traders and technology stakeholders to design scalable, modern architectures. You will develop automation scripts and data investigations using SQL and Python, participate in architecture discussions around microservices, and help deploy solutions

Qualifications

• Extensive experience with front office Fixed Income trading (US Treasuries, Canadian & US Corporate Bonds, Rates).
• Strong background in electronic trading, automation, scripting, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in SQL and Python; familiarity with APIs or scripting tools.
• Experience with fixed income platforms such as Broadway, TransFICC, Bloomberg.

Responsibilities

• Support the transformation and modernization of Fixed Income electronic trading platforms and workflows.
• Collaborate with front office traders and technology teams to understand complex trading processes and identify automation opportunities.
• Gather and challenge requirements, supporting solution design that promotes scalable, modern architectures.
• Develop, recommend, and implement automation scripts, dashboards, and data investigations using SQL, Python, or similar tools.
• Contribute to architecture discussions, including microservices and modular component design.
• Work with developers, QA teams, and stakeholders to validate functionality and support production deployment.
• Assist in building and expanding internal trading capabilities, reducing reliance on vendor applications.
• Investigate system issues, troubleshoot codebases, and recommend improvements for electronic trading systems.
• Support front office product ownership, guiding initiatives from concept through delivery.
• Keep abreast of evolving fixed income trading tools, platforms, and industry best practices.

Skills

Front office Fixed Income trading

Automation

Scripting

Data analysis

SQL

Python

APIs

Microservices

Communication

Independent work

Tools

Bloomberg

Broadway

TransFICC

Databricks

KX/KDB+

Deephaven

Job description

Are you experienced in electronic Fixed Income trading and looking to modernize trading ecosystems?

Working with one of our top financial clients, this role calls for an Electronic Fixed Income Consultant/Technical BSA- eFI. This position involves supporting the ongoing transformation and electronification of Fixed Income trading workflows, working directly with front office traders and technology stakeholders to design scalable solutions that enhance electronic trading capabilities across a broad range of Fixed Income products.

Responsibilities

• Support the transformation and modernization of Fixed Income electronic trading platforms and workflows.
• Collaborate with front office traders and technology teams to understand complex trading processes and identify automation opportunities.
• Gather and challenge requirements, supporting solution design that promotes scalable, modern architectures.
• Develop, recommend, and implement automation scripts, dashboards, and data investigations using SQL, Python, or similar tools.
• Contribute to architecture discussions, including microservices and modular component design.
• Work with developers, QA teams, and stakeholders to validate functionality and support production deployment.
• Assist in building and expanding internal trading capabilities, reducing reliance on vendor applications.
• Investigate system issues, troubleshoot codebases, and recommend improvements for electronic trading systems.
• Support front office product ownership, guiding initiatives from concept through delivery.
• Keep abreast of evolving fixed income trading tools, platforms, and industry best practices.
• Thrive in a dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities and changing business needs effectively.

Desired Skill-Set

• Extensive experience with front office Fixed Income trading, especially US Treasuries, Canadian & US Corporate Bonds, and Rates.
• Strong background in electronic trading, automation, scripting, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in SQL (for data connection and extraction), Python, and familiarity with APIs or scripting tools.
• Knowledge of fixed income trading platforms such as Broadway, TransFICC, Bloomberg, or similar.
• Experience working with system architecture, microservices, and in-house trading applications.
• Ability to analyze complex workflows, identify gaps, and recommend scalable technical solutions.
• Hands-on experience with automation initiatives, auto-coding, hedging, analytics, and execution processes.
• Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with traders, developers, and business leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently, challenge stakeholders, and adapt in a fast-paced setting.

Nice to Have

• Familiarity with market data providers, trading analytics, and execution tools.
• Experience with AI-assisted development or machine learning applications.
• Knowledge of Databricks, KX/KDB+, Deephaven, or similar data platforms.
• Experience with project ownership or managing workstreams across multiple fixed income products.
• Prior involvement in modernization projects focused on reducing vendor reliance.

BeachHead is an equal opportunity agency and employer. We advocate for our candidates and welcome applicants regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, or physical or mental disability. BeachHead or our clients may use technology-enabled tools, including automation and artificial intelligence (AI), to support parts of the recruitment process such as resume screening, application management, and candidate matching. These tools assist our recruiters and our clients, and do not replace human decision-making. This job posting represents a current or anticipated vacancy. The position may be filled at any time, and the posting may be removed without notice once the role has been filled.

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