VP Tech Lead – Central Risk Platform

Archer; New York (NY); On-site; USD 170,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Archer in partnership with Barclays seeks a Tech Lead Central Risk Book - VP in New York to drive development of risk platforms that underpin strategic planning across the organization. You will work at the intersection of technology and front-office risk governance, collaborating with global teams to solve complex problems at scale.

You will lead engineering efforts, mentor developers, and shape strategic technical direction while balancing short- and long-term goals in a fast-paced financial

Qualifications

• Experience designing and implementing high-performance, scalable Java applications
• Ability to work with traders, quants and business stakeholders to define requirements and deliver tech solutions
• Mentor developers, foster code quality, and conduct reviews

Responsibilities

• Lead engineering teams to deliver high-quality risk software
• Oversee long-running projects and advise on strategic technical direction
• Assess risks and translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Enforce coding standards and best practices across the team
• Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align on objectives

Skills

Leadership

Java high-perf apps

AI-assisted coding

Cross-functional collaboration

Mentorship

Risk & PnL knowledge

Job description

Archer in partnership with Barclays seeks a Tech Lead Central Risk Book - VP in New York to drive development of risk platforms that underpin strategic planning across the organization. You will work at the intersection of technology and front-office risk governance, collaborating with global teams to solve complex problems at scale.

You will lead engineering efforts, mentor developers, and shape strategic technical direction while balancing short- and long-term goals in a fast-paced financial