Software Developer- Risk Management, Financial Services

Company Description

Sia is a next-generation, global management consulting group. Founded in 1999, we were born digital. Today our strategy and management capabilities are augmented by data science, enhanced by creativity and driven by responsibility. We’re optimists for change and we help clients initiate, navigate and benefit from transformation. We believe optimism is a force multiplier, helping clients to mitigate downside and maximize opportunity. With expertise across a broad range of sectors and services, our 3,000 consultants serve clients worldwide from 48 locations in 19 countries. Our expertise delivers results. Our optimism transforms outcomes. 

Strategy & Management Consulting 

Sia’s Strategy & Management Consulting global footprint and expertise in more than 40 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients' businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, IT & digital strategy.   

Financial Institutions have drastically changed over the last decade, driven by increased regulatory constraints, diverse competition inside and beyond traditional banking organizations, and emerging technologies reshaping long-standing ecosystems.  Sia’s Financial Services Business Unit provides a comprehensive suite of core capabilities designed to address the diverse and evolving needs of our clients, enabling them to navigate complex challenges, seize new opportunities, and achieve their strategic objectives in an increasingly competitive and dynamic business environment.

Job Description

Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Developer with a strong background in risk management systems to join our technology team. The ideal candidate will bring hands-on development experience in front-office risk, market risk, or credit risk platforms, and possess deep technical proficiency in Python, MongoDB, SQL Server, and real-time messaging platforms such as Kafka and/or IBM MQ.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and enhance scalable risk management applications for front office and risk users

• Collaborate with risk managers, quantitative analysts, and front office stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions

• Implement and support risk analytics engines, scenario analysis, stress testing, and real-time market data ingestion

• Develop microservices and APIs using Python, integrated with MongoDB and SQL Server backends

• Ensure high reliability and performance of risk systems by integrating robust messaging architectures using Kafka or MQ

• Participate in DevOps and CI/CD processes including testing, deployment automation, and monitoring

• Troubleshoot production issues, optimize system performance, and ensure compliance with regulatory and security standards

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience as a developer in financial services, preferably within front office risk, credit risk, or market risk technology teams

• Strong programming experience with Python and database development using MongoDB and SQL Server

• Solid understanding of risk data models, VaR, PFE, credit exposure, and market risk sensitivities

• Experience with real-time messaging platforms (Kafka, RabbitMQ, or IBM MQ)

• Familiarity with risk analytics libraries, pricing models, or integration with vendor risk engines (e.g., Murex, Calypso, or proprietary systems)

• Experience working in agile development environments with source control (e.g., Git), automated testing, and CI/CD pipelines

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or related field; advanced degree a plus

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with cloud-native development (AWS, Azure)

• Familiarity with containerization technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

• Exposure to regulatory frameworks such as Basel III, FRTB, or CCAR

Additional Information

We believe in supporting our team professionally and personally.

OUR COMMITMENT TO DIVERSITY

At Sia, we believe in fostering a diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients, building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact.

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Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.