Risk Tech Analyst

Mizuho Financial Group Inc.; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous employee benefits package

Discretionary bonus

Job summary

Mizuho Financial Group Inc. seeks a Risk Tech Analyst to join its NPE team in New York. Your primary responsibilities include supporting Quants and Risk models, ensuring data quality, configuring Murex environments, and collaborating across IT platforms.

The role requires a background in derivatives support with strong analytical abilities, effective communication skills, and expertise in SQL and Python. The expected base salary ranges from $70k to $100k, along with a generous employee benefits package and potential bonuses.

This role follows a hybrid working model with some in-office requirements.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years of experience supporting a Derivatives line of business.
• Working knowledge in derivatives analytics and Market Risk practices.
• Usage of SQL, experience in Python and scripting.

Responsibilities

• Support Quants and Risk models validation efforts.
• Configure Murex environments for requested calculations.
• Develop test plans for enhancements & new products.

Skills

Derivatives line of business support

Derivatives analytics

Market Risk practices

SQL

Python

ANT scripting

JSON format

Analytical and problem-solving skills

Interpersonal skills

Job description

Join Mizuho as a Risk Tech Analyst! In this role, you will be part of the NPE (New product Enablement) team whose purpose is to support Quants and Risk models validation efforts.

The ideal candidate will specifically help generate and assess the calculated data quality, which is a critical function to ensure a rapid time to market of new products. Support Assist Quants, Risk Analytics and Market Risk teams in generating the numbers out of the Murex & Calculation engine platforms (SIMM crif files, PL Vectors for VaR, Backtesting, DRC, FRTB SA). Troubleshoot issues related to generated data quality, validate required static / market data /scenarios and other valuation settings. Rerun as needed data/files depending on various data requests from Risk Analytics/Quants users to provide end to end support on Risk framework.

Business Solution Evolution: Configure Murex environments, working with FO-IT & RISK-IT, to enable requested calculations. Support the evolution of the automation of the data generation by giving continuous feedback to the Market Risk development team managing the local calculation platforms (Murex, Polypath, BER). Support the implementation of new products/models within the Murex and Polypath Calculation platforms & other in-house applications used at Mizuho. Support mapping configurations and data preparation required for integration with the Global Risk platform – Matsuri. Escalate problems proactively and ensure all stakeholders are kept aware of issues and their development. Develop test plans for enhancements & new products initiated by Front office, or Risk and requiring analytics documentation/validation. Create and maintain a knowledge base, support scripts, documentation and procedures. Collaborate with different IT teams to support multi-platforms’ integration and risk data generation effort.

The expected base salary ranges from $70k-$100k. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.

Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.

Qualifications

• At least 3+ years of experience supporting a Derivatives line of business (IRD, FXO, EQD) or a Market Risk cross Asset or cross-platform implementation, preferably using Murex 3.1.
• Working knowledge in derivatives analytics allowing to engage with Risk Managers.
• Working knowledge of Market Risk practices (stress testing, VaR, FRTB, Time Series and valuation).
• Familiarity with core calculation modules (Pricing/Position management/risk management).
• Usage of SQL, experience in Python, ANT scripting, JSON format.
• Ability to multitask several ongoing issues & assess priority.
• Effective interpersonal skills and relationship-building skills.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities with keen attention to detail.
• Self‑motivated and directed, with the ability to effectively prioritize and execute tasks in a high‑pressure environment.

Other Requirements

We are an EEO/AA Employer - M/F/Disability/Veteran. We participate in the E-Verify program. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post‑hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.