Sr. Technology Analyst

Bank of Montreal; Toronto; On-site; CAD 74,000 - 139,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player seeks a skilled professional to enhance Fixed Income trading solutions. This role involves investigating and optimizing business operations, defining requirements for technology builds, and supporting project teams to ensure alignment with business objectives. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a deep understanding of Fixed Income trading, including electronic bond trading and relevant tools. Join a company committed to creating lasting, positive change and enjoy a comprehensive compensation package that includes health insurance, tuition reimbursement, and retirement savings plans.

Benefits

Health Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Accident Insurance

Life Insurance

Retirement Savings Plans

Performance-based Incentives

Discretionary Bonuses

Qualifications

• 3-4 years experience in Fixed Income IT trading solutions.
• Strong knowledge of broker/dealer Fixed Income trading.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Investigates strategies to optimize business operations.
• Defines business requirements to inform technology build.
• Supports project teams to ensure alignment with business needs.

Skills

Fixed Income Trading Solutions

Broker/Dealer Fixed Income Trading

Electronic Bond Trading

SQL

Java

Python

Linux Scripting

Data Analysis

Agile Delivery

Stakeholder Management

Education

Post-secondary degree in related field

Tools

Bloomberg-TOMS/E-TOMS

Broadway

Broadridge ICI Impact

FIS BondOne (DSTS)

BondFire

FinPro/SFCM

Calypso

Job description

At least 3-4 years of demonstrated experience building and supporting Fixed Income IT trading solutions in large-scale financial institutions.

• Proven ability to deliver value to fixed income traders with clear correlation to business benefits.
• Strong knowledge of all aspects of broker/dealer Fixed Income trading – pricing/Risk, RFQ/position/inventory management, clearing/settlements, regulatory.
• Strong and up-to-date knowledge of electronic bond trading – venues (CanDeal, Tradeweb, MarketAxxess, etc.), offerings, connectivity, application integration, engagement model, regional aspects.
• In-depth knowledge of various flavours of bonds – Governments, SSAs, Corporates, Provincials/Municipals, IG vs HY, etc.
• Knowledge of IR derivatives a strong asset.
• Strong experience with Bloomberg-TOMS/E-TOMS.
• Relevant knowledge of at least one of the following: Broadway, Broadridge ICI Impact, FIS BondOne (DSTS), BondFire, FinPro/SFCM, Calypso.
• Essential knowledge of SQL required. Java/Python/Linux scripting skills a strong asset.
• Strong Excel skills.
• Proven track establishing strong alliances with key business stakeholders.
• Strong knowledge of requirements/design methodology.
• Detail oriented, analytical and capable of investigating complex/technical issues.

Investigates and identifies strategies to optimize business operations and services, and inform business decisions. Defines business requirements to inform technology build and operations by sourcing and analyzing relevant data, reviewing and documenting business processes and collaborating with business stakeholders. Sources business and market data to evaluate the effect of projects on business results. Also assesses the efficiency and the performance of technology (software, hardware and the wider IT system) to deliver expected business results. Identifies and analyzes malfunctions, system workflow, and troubleshoots issues raised by business.

• Elicits requirements and analyzes feasibility to ensure solutions/initiatives achieve the expected business outcomes.
• Supports various project teams across the project lifecycle to ensure development is aligned with the business requirements.
• Develops informative, coherent, and usable project documents (project artifacts) for multiple stakeholders covering functional and non-functional business requirements.
• Applies depth of domain & functional expertise for the assigned portfolio to drive the expected business value.
• Breaks down strategic problems, and analyses data and information to provide insights and recommendations.
• Builds tests cases in order to validate business requirements and End-User Testing results.
• Focus is primarily on business/group within BMO; may have broader, enterprise-wide focus.
• Provides specialized consulting, analytical and technical support.
• Exercises judgment to identify, diagnose, and solve problems within given rules.
• Works independently and regularly handles non-routine situations.
• Broader work or accountabilities may be assigned as needed.

Qualifications:

Foundational level of proficiency:

• Agile Delivery and Development.
• Data analysis.
• Learning Agility.

Intermediate level of proficiency:

• Process improvement and optimization.
• Organization process optimization.
• Business architecture frameworks.
• Stakeholder Analysis and Management.
• Digital Fluency.
• Systems Thinking.
• Collaboration & team skills.
• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Data driven decision making.

Advanced level of proficiency:

• Business requirements definition and analysis.
• Insights development and reporting.
• Application functional design.
• Functional Analysis.
• Typically between 5 - 7 years of relevant experience and post-secondary degree in related field of study or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Deep knowledge and technical proficiency gained through extensive education and business experience.

Salary: $74,800.00 - $138,600.00

Pay Type: Salaried

The above represents BMO Financial Group’s pay range and type.

BMO Financial Group’s total compensation package will vary based on the pay type of the position and may include performance-based incentives, discretionary bonuses, as well as other perks and rewards. BMO also offers health insurance, tuition reimbursement, accident and life insurance, and retirement savings plans.

About Us:

At BMO we are driven by a shared Purpose: Boldly Grow the Good in business and life. It calls on us to create lasting, positive change for our customers, our communities and our people. By working together, innovating and pushing boundaries, we transform lives and businesses, and power economic growth around the world.

BMO is committed to an inclusive, equitable and accessible workplace. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.