Investment Systems Administrator II to Senior Engineer
About The Position
You will take ownership of our critical investment systems (Portia, Longview, PACE, Ascend, Automic, Power BI and Snowflake), leveraging Python, SQL, and PowerShell and other scripting languages to build and optimize robust data pipelines. Applying Lean principles, you will eliminate systemic waste by performing deep root-cause analysis and automating manual processes to improve daily operations. You will contribute to technical designs and lead the implementation of system enhancements that directly enable the Investment Team’s decision-making. As a key member of our 24/7 on-call rotation, you will ensure the high reliability and performance of our firm's most vital financial technology. We seek a tenacious problem-solver who thrives on complexity and takes full ownership of systems. You dig deep into root causes, ensuring issues are permanently resolved, and excel under pressure during critical situations. Efficiency drives you to eliminate waste, automate repetitive tasks, and value documentation as the backbone of scalable operations. Proactive by nature, you anticipate needs, propose improvements, and communicate technical solutions clearly to stakeholders. Your commitment and work ethic reflect an understanding that system reliability directly impacts investment decisions. Regardless of level, you are defined by curiosity, grit, and a refusal to settle for “good enough.”
Requirements
- Degree in technical (STEM) field or one year experience in technical role preferred.
- Degree in technical (STEM) field and two years of experience in technical role preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Degree in technical (STEM) field and four years experience in technical role preferred, or equivalent combination of education and experience
- Basic to intermediate SQL and application support; exposure to Python; ability to follow technical SOPs.
- Intermediate to advanced SQL and Python; experience with data pipelines, automation on-premise and cloud application support.
- Mastery of SQL and Python; experience with system architecture and Snowflake data modeling.
Nice To Haves
- Basic understanding of financial services or investment operations.
- Understanding of investment workflows and asset classes.
- In depth institutional knowledge of investment systems and complex business functions.
Responsibilities
- Project Ownership
- Platform Management
- Technical Design
- Troubleshooting
- 24/7 On-Call
- Operational Excellence
- Vendor Coordination
- Server & App Admin
- Security & Access
- Documentation
- Technical Expertise
- Mentorship
- Continuous Learning
- Performs other duties as assigned
Benefits
- health, dental and vision coverage - eligibility starts the first day of the month following the date of hire for most plans
- generous paid time off and volunteer hours
- pension and retirement plans, including PERA’s defined benefit plan, 457 defined contribution plan, and 401(k) employer match, as applicable
- tuition assistance
- free, convenient on-site parking or RTD subsidy
- free on-site fitness center to stay active
- employee assistance program
- training, leadership and mentoring programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Number of Employees
251-500 employees
