Risk Technology Analyst

We are
At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron's progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile-first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 48 offices in 19 countries within key global markets.
Our challenge
The Risk Tech Analyst will specifically help to generate and assess the calculated data quality, Risk Tech Analyst also supports Quants and Risk models validation efforts.
Additional Information - New York Only*
The base salary for this position will vary based on geography and other factors. In accordance with New York law, the base salary for this role if filled within New York is 130k - $140k/year & benefits (see below).
The Role
Responsibilities:

• Able to assist different teams in generating numbers out of the Murex & Calculation engine platforms.
• Able to troubleshoot issues related to generated data quality, validate required static / market data /scenarios.
• Able to rerun as needed data/files depending on various data requests from users to provide end to end support on Risk framework.
• 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-platform integration.

Requirements:
You are:

• Overall 7+ years of IT experience
• 5+ years of experience in Derivatives line of business (IRD, FXO, EQD)
• Strong experience in Front office & Market Risk
• Hands on experience in stress testing, VaR (Value at Risk), FRTB, Time Series and valuation
• Good experience in SQL
• Experience in Python, ANT scripting, JSON format

It would be great if you also had:

• Experience in Murex 3.1
• Experience in Market Risk cross Asset or cross-platform implementation

We can offer you:

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package
• A multinational organization with 48 offices in 19 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• Laptop and a mobile phone
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays)
• Maternity & Paternity leave plans
• A comprehensive insurance plan including: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region)
• Retirement savings plans
• A higher education certification policy
• Commuter benefits (varies by region)
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups
• Cutting edge projects at the world's leading tier-one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization
• A truly diverse, fun-loving and global work culture

SYNECHRON'S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT
Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative 'Same Difference' is committed to fostering an inclusive culture - promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.
All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant's gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.
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