Principal Front-Office Software Technical Trading Engineers VP (API, ETL, Java, C#), VP - Charles River Development

Charles River Development; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 170,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles River Development seeks a Principal Consultant to assess client needs and deliver technical solutions across CRIMS platforms. You will lead cross-functional projects, mentor consultants, and partner with sales to shape proofs of concept and client proposals.

Responsibilities include overseeing engagements, analyzing requirements, and guiding design choices from presales to deployment. Travel to client sites is expected, with a strong focus on infrastructure, optimization, and integration.

Qualifications

• BA/BS degree in Business, Finance, Engineering or Computer Science.
• 8–10 years in Financial/Software Services with market information systems background preferred.
• Willingness to travel 10–20% across US/Canada; remote work option may vary by client.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day client engagements and lead projects within scope and SOW.
• Analyze and communicate solutions from presales to implementation with detailed assessments.
• Guide less experienced consultants on implementations and resource allocation.
• Demonstrate deep CRIMS knowledge across Infrastructure, Performance, Development, and Integration.
• Influence design with concrete data to maintain system integrity for clients and CRD.
• Document and drive resolutions for project issues; mentor assigned consultants.
• Collaborate with CRD sales to draft proofs of concept and validate client needs.

Skills

Java

C#

RDBMS

Tomcat

SOA/ESB

ETL tools

Windows

UNIX

Source control

Technical training

Education

BA/BS in Finance/Engineering/CS

Tools

Oracle

MS SQL Server

Sybase

Tomcat

MQ Series

Tibco

MSMQ

Sonic MQ

Open JMS

Kafka

Kettle

Talend

Azure

Snowflake

Subversion

Perforce

Job description

If you do not have Front-Office / Buyside / Investment Software trading experience. Please do not apply.

What We Are Looking For

As a Principal Consultant you will be assessing client needs and utilizing technical expertise to identify solutions which are in alignment with CRD’s current design. Act as subject-matter expert in the analysis, design, scheduling, construction and delivery of solutions to meet client expectations. In addition, to simultaneously manage multiple technical initiatives on multiple projects including the installation of n-tier software to DR/HA design.

Why This Job Is Important To Us

The team you will be joining is a part of Charles River Development (or CRD), that became a part of State Street in 2018. CRD helps create enterprise investment management software solutions for large institutions in the areas of institutional investment, wealth management and hedge funds. Together we have created the first open front-to-back platform - State Street Alpha, that was launched in 2019. Join us if delivering next generation infrastructure, using emerging technologies like AI and Blockchain sounds like a challenge you are up for.

What You Will Be Responsible For

Oversee the day-today operations of client engagements and lead projects to completion within scope and SOW.

Gather, analyze and communicate solutions to both clients and internal teams; including strong technical solution design skills from presales to implementation, providing detailed assessments and recommendations.

Direct and provide guidance to less experienced consultants on implementations and identify opportunities to allocate resources as needed. Demonstrate advanced understanding of Charles River Investment Management Solution (CRIMS) and technical proficiency in one of the following solutions: Infrastructure, Performance Tuning, Development, Advanced Configuration, Trouble Shooting and Integration.

Exhibit strong technical solution design skills from pre-sales to implementation of client solutions by influencing design with concrete facts and proven results in order to maintain system integrity for both client and CRD.

Ensure engagement team identifies, documents and drives project resolutions for project issues.

Mentor team of consultants assigned to projects.

Partner with CRD’s sales teams in order to contribute to sales presentations and proof-of concept projects; analyze and evaluate client requirements to demonstrate the potential of CRIMS; design prototypes and proof of concepts that best fit the client’s needs.

Build effective working relationships within CRD and with clients, manage difficult situations and influence key decision makers.

Strategically solve problems by recognizing long term solutions across multiple projects.

What We Value

• Ability to program using Java, C#
• In-depth knowledge of at least one of the following RDMBS: Oracle, MS SQL Server or Sybase
• Detailed knowledge of several of the following technologies: Tomcat configuration and optimization, N-tier application architecture, SOAP/XML Messaging software (MQ Series, Tibco, MSMQ, Sonic MQ and Open JMS) Kafka
• Knowledge of ETL Tools such as Kettle and Talend
• Familiarity with Windows and Unix (Solaris and Linux)
• Familiar with at least one SCM (Subversion or Perforce a plus)
• Design and execute technical training for clients.
• Self-motivated with the ability to operate independently and also has the strong desire to work as a member of a team.
• Demonstrated practical, hands‑on, “can‑do” approach, and the ability to work efficiently and creatively
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility with schedule and ability to work beyond regular business hours
• Demonstrated ability to client face with hands‑on approach at highest level of an organization both internally and externally.
• Experience with Azure and Snowflake
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple, simultaneous priorities
• Proven organizational skills with attention to detail
• Ability to achieve results without close supervision
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• A BA/BS degree in a business or technical field including Finance, Economics, Engineering or Computer Science.
• A minimum of 8-10 years of progressively responsible experience in the Financial / Software Services industry (Financial market information systems background preferred)
• The ability to travel to client sites throughout the United States and Canada as well as the ability to work effectively when remote from clients. Travel of 10-20%% is typical and but may exceed that in any given year.
• Key words: investment trading, fixed income, equities, derivatives, fx, equities, front-office, buyside

About State Street

What we do

State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we're making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we've been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investments research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.

Work, Live and Grow

We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You'll have access to flexible Work Program to help match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.

Inclusion, Diversity, and Social Responsibility

We truly believe our employees' diverse backgrounds, experience and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.

State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

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