Lead Software Engineer - Investment Trading Technology

MFS International Australia Pty Ltd; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 99,000 - 142,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work environment

Competitive incentive bonus

Retirement plan contribution

Education assistance

Job summary

MFS is seeking a Lead Software Engineer for Derivatives Investments & Operations Technology in a hybrid environment. You will guide development of the Derivatives Platform, mentor team members, and partner with global teams to deliver high-quality investment technology solutions.

The role requires 5+ years in investment platform development, strong SQL/scripting skills, and experience with front-office workflows. Competitive base salary and incentives apply.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in investment platform application development.
• Deep understanding of investment management technologies across asset classes.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of Derivatives Platform capabilities across business domains.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and agile teams to deliver solutions.
• Translate requirements to design, code, test, and coordinate delivery across time zones.

Skills

SQL

Scripting

Diagnostic/Monitoring tools

Communication skills

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or related field

Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or related field

Tools

Azure Cloud Development

Calypso

Murex

Charles River Investment Management System

Job description

At MFS, you will find a culture that supports you in doing what you do best. Our employees work together to reach better outcomes, favoring the strongest idea over the strongest individual. We put people first and demonstrate care and compassion for our community and each other. Because what we do matters – to us as valued professionals and to the millions of people and institutions who rely on us to help them build more secure and prosperous futures.

Lead Software Engineer, Derivatives Investments & Operations Technology

This role is responsible for the successful implementation of the Derivatives Platform and support solutions that enable investment decision-making and research workflows that are aligned with the business strategy and technical architecture. The Lead Software Engineer also serves as a subject matter expert for the Derivatives platform and mentor’s members of the team.

What You Will Do

Development, Solution Delivery, and Business Relationship Management Lead the development of Derivatives Platform capabilities by understanding business domains, workflows, and identifying opportunities for enhancement. Partner with product owners, business analysts, software developers and other agile teams to deliver high quality derivatives investment technology solutions for financial derivative instruments that meet client and business needs. Interpret business requirements, analyze environment, map requirements to design, codes, debugs, unit tests programs to deliver final product, define priorities, and coordinate delivery timelines across time zones and cross functional groups. Operate effectively within a global matrixed environment, collaborating with global teams (e.g., Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Data, Application Support) to resolve issues, track progress, and ensure follow through. Ensure local solutions are implemented in alignment with global standards, policies, and risk controls. Troubleshoot and resolve issues in accordance with established SLAs, documenting recurring problems and driving improvements. Uphold service level commitments and champion continuous process improvements to enhance support quality and application reliability.

What We Are Looking For

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 5+ years of progressive experience in investment platform application development, including 1–2 years supporting complex, multi layered business applications.
• Deep understanding of investment management technologies and workflows across asset classes (derivatives, fixed income, equities), research, trading, and data domains.
• Experience supporting front office teams such as portfolio managers, analysts, and traders, with an ability to translate business needs into effective technical solutions.
• Strong technical foundation in software development or application support environments, including hands on experience with SQL, scripting languages, and diagnostic/monitoring tools.
• Familiarity with infrastructure concepts such as desktop environments, networking, cloud platforms, data integration, and cybersecurity standards.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively in a global, matrixed environment.
• Strong organizational and time management capabilities, with the ability to balance daily production support responsibilities with longer term strategic initiatives.
• Demonstrated analytical and problem solving skills, including the ability to identify root causes and drive continuous improvement in application stability and support processes.

Preferred Skills, Qualifications & Experience

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• Experience with Azure Cloud Development
• Experience with a commercial derivative vendor platform, e.g. Calypso, FIS, Murex
• Experience with Charles River Investment Management System #LI-SS1

Base Salary Range: $98,500.00 - $141,500.00 This position is eligible for competitive incentive bonus. At MFS, we believe in fair and transparent compensation. For that reason, we’re including the salary range for this position. This range reflects our good‑faith expectation for what we’ll pay depending on the candidate’s experience, training and education. In addition to the salary, we also offer significant and competitive incentive compensation based on both individual and company performance.

Total Rewards Package

• MFS contributes an amount equal to 15% of your base salary to your retirement account that is separate from the company -sponsored 401(k)
• Education Assistance: MFS contributes $100 monthly up to $10,000 lifetime maximum directly to loan provider
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement up to $8,000 annually
• Education Assistance: Access to discounted tutors and college coaches
• Generous time off and fully paid leaves including 20-weeks for maternity, 12-weeks for parental and caregiver leaves
• Choice of medical and dental plans and an and an employer contribution into the Health Savings Account
• Tax deferred commuter benefits & flexible spending accounts (medical & dependent care)
• Wellness Programs: Robust wellness webinars, employee assistance program with a focus on mental health, subsidized fitness benefit via Wellhub (formerly Gympass), where you can workout at gyms, studios and boutique fitness locations near you, join virtual personal training sessions and access a wide variety of well-being apps

MFS is a hybrid work environment (remote/onsite) unless otherwise stated in the job posting.

If any applicant is unable to complete an application or respond to a job opening because of a disability, please contact MFS at 617-954-5000 or email [e-mail] for assistance.

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For almost a century, investors around the world have trusted MFS to achieve their investment goals. Since 1924, when our founders invented the mutual fund, collaboration, a long-term focus and skilled active research have fueled our success. As a leading global investment manager, we hire employees who share our values, align with investors who share our long-term philosophy, and always act in the best interest of our clients.