Associate Director of Development

We are seeking an experienced Senior Python Lead to join our technology team and drive the development of mission-critical applications. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic oversight, requiring someone who can architect scalable solutions while mentoring and guiding development teams. The successful candidate will play a key role in developing and maintaining our Python-based capital markets reconciliation platform, ensuring accurate and timely processing of high-volume financial transactions.

Hands On Development (50%)
~ Design and optimize Python-based reconciliation engines that handle real-time matching of trades, settlements, and corporate actions across multiple asset classes. Develop algorithms for exception handling, break resolution, and automated reconciliation processes that minimize manual intervention. Implement robust data validation frameworks to ensure accuracy and compliance with financial regulations and internal risk management policies.

Technical Leadership (20%)
~ Lead the design and implementation of complex Python-based systems and applications, with particular focus on our capital markets reconciliation platform that processes millions of daily transactions. Drive architectural decisions for scalable, maintainable, and secure solutions that align with enterprise standards and regulatory requirements. Establish coding standards, best practices, and development methodologies across multiple teams. Conduct technical reviews, code audits, and provide guidance on complex technical challenges related to financial data processing and reconciliation workflows. .

Team Leadership & Organizational Development (20%)
Manage and mentor a diverse team of software engineers, data scientists, AI specialists, and reconciliation experts across onshore and offshore resources. Foster a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and continuous learning while driving adoption of new technologies throughout the organization.
Collaborate closely with business stakeholders, compliance teams, risk management, and the AI & Digital team to translate complex reconciliation requirements into intelligent, automated solutions. Partner with source system teams to ensure accurate data sourcing and seamless system integration.

Drive the development and implementation of sophisticated AI capabilities including multi-agent architectures, natural language processing for exception handling, computer vision for document processing, and reinforcement learning for continuous process optimization. Lead research and development initiatives focused on emerging technologies including large language models, graph neural networks, and quantum computing applications in financial reconciliation. Oversee the development and enhancement of in-house reconciliation tools within OpsHub, ensuring they incorporate cutting-edge AI orchestration platforms and machine learning frameworks.

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• 10+ years of professional Python development experience.
• 3-5 years management or lead experience
• Strong understanding of software architecture patterns, microservices, and distributed systems.
• Proficiency with databases (SQL and NoSQL), cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), and containerization technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Proven track record of leading business critical transformations and managing technical teams
• Strong stakeholder management skills with ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executive audiences; proven experience managing large, diverse teams and driving organizational change
• Strong business acumen with ability to align technical solutions with strategic objectives; experience managing vendor relationships and enterprise-wide technology partnerships

Hands on Java d evelopment experience
Experience with third-party reconciliation tools (Xceptor, iMatch) and in-house tool development
Deep knowledge of reconciliation processes across multiple asset classes and complex financial instruments
Experience with regulatory requirements and their impact on reconciliation processes

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A comprehensive Total Rewards Program including bonuses and flexible benefits, competitive compensation, commissions, and stock where applicable
Leaders who support your development through coaching and managing opportunities
A world-class training program in financial services
Flexible work/life balance options
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