Alpha Platform Solution Architect Lead

Alpha Platform Solution Architect Lead

State Street Alpha is the industry’s first and only Front-to-Back Platform which provides clients access to the complete investment lifecycle with the power of choice. By streamlining and improving their day-to-day operations through a single open platform, clients are free to focus on innovation and growth.

State Street Alpha is looking to bring on an Alpha Platform Solution Architect Lead to support analyst role for strategic Alpha initiatives and deliver new services and capabilities across the Alpha ecosystem.

Why this job is important to us

State Street Alpha brings together data and capabilities across the investment lifecycle to help our clients make better decisions, grow at scale, and deliver returns for their clients. We partner with clients, both internal and external, to optimize their operations, data, and technology footprint by leveraging the Alpha Platform and outsourced Alpha Services.

What you will be responsible for

As an Alpha Platform Solution Architect Lead you will

• Capture and document business requirements from clients, product management teams, implementation and operations teams, and third-party vendors to support strategic projects
• Diagram system and process flows to record critical components and represent them in a schematic diagram
• Define and deliver strategic interfaces supporting Alpha Data Platform software and services
• Evaluate third-party systems and solutions to extend Alpha Platform capabilities
• Extend relationships across the Alpha, State Street, CRD and third-party teams to support the Alpha Platform Management team
• Contribute to new strategic initiatives across the Alpha Platform Management team
• Work on test strategy and execute test cases when required
• Assist in client on boarding, BUAT and CUAT process
• Enhance the workflow, data controls and monitoring capabilities front to back

What we value

• Deep knowledge of front office systems and trading operations
• Extensive operational experience working with a broad range of security types including complex derivatives
• Knowledge of the end-to-end investment management cycle
• Knowledge of SQL, programming, relational DB design and systems and process integration
• Strong written and verbal skills
• Strong skills with Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, Confluence, Jira (and other Agile supporting software)
• Strong ability to maintain focus and priorities in a dynamic setting.
• Experience working with multiple SDLC methodologies.

Education & Preferred Qualifications

• 10 years’ experience in a combination of solution/technical/business architecture roles with project lead experience preferred.
• Minimum bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Established SME in two or more of the following areas: Transaction Lifecycle Management, Investment Accounting and Portfolio Management.
• Experience working with teams across business services, information systems and enterprise applications.
• Experience with Charles River Development preferred.

Education and Preferred Qualifications

Education and Experience

• Minimum Bachelor's degree or equivalent
• Minimum 10 years of experience as a project/program manager
• PMP Certification and/or consulting experience a plus

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.

Salary Range:

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

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