Director of Technology, FX Execution Services

BNY Mellon; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading global financial services company is seeking a Director of Technology for FX Execution Services in London. The role involves leading system design and development of next-generation FX trading systems using AI and innovative solutions. The ideal candidate has extensive development experience and a Bachelor's degree in a related field. Join a team that values growth, innovation, and collaboration.

Benefits

Competitive compensation

Flexible global resources

Wellbeing programs

Qualifications

• Extensive development experience.
• Experience in building mission-critical systems, preferably in financial institutions.
• Prior experience with Front Office trading systems and low-latency trading.

Responsibilities

• Lead system design, code quality, and agile development.
• Leverage AI to promote AI-led development.
• Collaborate in cross-functional agile teams.

Skills

Development experience

Results-driven mindset

Passion for innovation

Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or related field

Tools

FIX APIs

Job description

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Director of Technology, FX Execution Services

At BNY, our culture fosters employee growth and success. As a leading global financial services company, we influence nearly 20% of the world's investible assets. Our teams utilize cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to deliver transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators and champions of inclusion, BNY combines bold ideas with advanced technology and exceptional talent. Join us to be part of something extraordinary.

We are seeking a Director of Technology, FX Execution Services to join our London team.

Our tech teams are the heartbeat of our business. We seek a talented Engineer with a proven record in driving rapid, impactful business transformation through technological innovation. You will be part of our FX Execution Services Technology Team, playing a key role in developing BNY's next-generation Foreign Exchange Trading Systems. Collaborating with Product Managers, Traders, Sales teams, and technologists, you will help build our FX trading platform covering pricing, execution, algo trading, order routing, and data analytics.

Your impact will include:

• Leading system design, code quality, and agile development to engineer scalable, performant solutions across the software lifecycle.
• Leveraging AI to accelerate innovation and promote AI-led development.
• Collaborating in small, cross-functional agile teams focused on client-centric solutions.
• Driving continuous improvement within the team, fostering curiosity and a growth mindset.
• Working with Product Managers to develop and deliver innovative FX products.
• Mentoring team members to foster professional growth and technical development.

To succeed, you should have:

• Extensive development experience.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Experience in building mission-critical systems, preferably in financial institutions.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• A results-driven mindset.
• A passion for innovation and change management.
• Prior experience with Front Office trading systems, low-latency trading, co-location infrastructure, high-performance messaging systems, and hands-on development with FIX APIs.

Learn more about BNY's culture and recent achievements:

• BNY Newsroom
• BNY LinkedIn
• Recent awards include:
• America's Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025
• World's Most Admired Companies, Fortune, 2025
• Most Just Companies, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025

Our Benefits and Rewards include competitive compensation, benefits, wellbeing programs, flexible global resources, paid leaves, volunteer time, and support for your health and financial goals.

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, welcoming underrepresented racial and ethnic groups, females, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans.