Sr. Systems Manager (Hands-On / FinTech) Location: Chicago, IL or Overland Park, KS (Hybrid – 2 days onsite) Industry: Financial Markets / Global Exchange Employment Type: permanent <br> The Opportunity We are looking for a highly technical Sr. Systems Manager to join a leading global financial exchange network. This is a newly created position designed for a "builder" who thrives on optimizing complex systems, automating manual processes, and owning the technical roadmap for enterprise financial systems. Unlike traditional management roles, this position is focused on systems and process architecture. You will lead a talented team of contractors as a technical subject matter expert, ensuring our financial infrastructure scales with our rapid global growth. <br> The Role As the Sr. Systems Manager, you will be the primary architect and engineer for our IBM TM1 (Planning Analytics) environment. We are looking for a candidate who wants to "get under the hood"—customizing systems, building robust data processes, and eliminating manual tasks through automation. <br> Key Responsibilities: System Customization: Lead the technical design and customization of IBM TM1 to meet complex business logic requirements. Automation & Engineering: Develop and maintain scripts (Python or PowerShell) to automate system tasks, data loads, and environment management. Data Engineering: Write complex SQL queries and manage data pipelines to ensure high performance and data integrity across systems. Process Architecture: Evaluate current workflows and build scalable, automated processes to replace legacy manual efforts. Technical Oversight: Act as the technical lead for a team of 10+ contractors, providing "dotted line" mentorship and code/architecture reviews. Why Join Us? You will be at the heart of the global economy, helping to build the infrastructure that powers transparent and inclusive markets. We offer the space for big ideas, a culture of collaboration, and a commitment to helping our people grow as they solve some of the industry's most complex challenges.
<p>We are looking for an experienced Azure Cloud Architect to lead the design and implementation of cutting-edge cloud solutions within Microsoft Azure. This role focuses on delivering secure, scalable architectures that support enterprise-wide modernization efforts and cloud-native initiatives. As part of a long-term contract to hire opportunity, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing Azure deployments while ensuring seamless integration with existing systems. This role will be hybrid in Chicago.</p><p><br></p><p>Responsibilities:</p><p>• Design and implement secure, scalable, and reliable cloud architectures using Microsoft Azure services.</p><p>• Develop and enforce Azure standards, governance policies, and architectural frameworks.</p><p>• Collaborate with teams across security, networking, applications, and data to ensure the successful implementation of Azure solutions.</p><p>• Manage Azure resources including networking, storage, compute, and disaster recovery strategies.</p><p>• Facilitate the adoption of advanced Azure services such as Logic Apps, Key Vault, and Azure Kubernetes Service.</p><p>• Optimize cloud performance and costs by leveraging automation tools and conducting spend analyses.</p><p>• Provide mentorship and training to IT teams on Azure best practices and emerging technologies.</p><p>• Ensure compliance with security protocols and industry standards for all Azure deployments.</p><p>• Monitor and troubleshoot issues in Azure environments to maintain high availability and performance.</p>
<p>Overview: We are seeking a Senior Backend Developer to join our dynamic team in Chicago. In this role, you’ll lead the design, development, and maintenance of complex server-side components for impactful web and mobile applications. You’ll support business priorities by delivering secure, scalable solutions and collaborating closely with cross-functional teams.</p><p>Key Responsibilities:</p><ul><li>Architect, design, and implement backend services using modern frameworks and cloud platforms.</li><li>Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code following best practices.</li><li>Collaborate with frontend developers, DevOps engineers, product managers, and QA teams to define requirements and deliver robust solutions.</li><li>Optimize application performance, reliability, and scalability.</li><li>Lead code reviews, mentor junior developers, and recommend improvements to development processes.</li><li>Ensure backend solutions comply with security and data privacy standards.</li><li>Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues as they arise.</li><li>Participate in agile ceremonies and advocate for continuous delivery and automation.</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Why Join Us? Join an innovative organization where your work directly impacts the business. You’ll gain exposure to the latest technologies and challenging projects, while driving meaningful solutions in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.</p><p>Ready to make a difference in Chicago? Apply today to take the next step in your technology career.</p><p>Based on general knowledge.</p>
We are looking for a skilled Data Migration Specialist to lead the transition from NetSuite to D365 Business Central for our organization. This role requires someone with a keen attention to detail who excels in data mapping, transformation, and validation while ensuring accuracy and compliance throughout the migration process. As this is a long-term contract position, you'll play a critical role in enabling seamless data flow and supporting post-migration activities.<br><br>Responsibilities:<br>• Assess the existing NetSuite data structure and prioritize data sets for migration based on business and compliance needs.<br>• Collaborate with stakeholders to identify critical data elements and define the scope of migration to D365 Business Central.<br>• Develop and recommend frameworks, tools, and methodologies to ensure efficient and accurate data transfer.<br>• Create and implement procedures for mapping, transforming, and cleansing data in line with industry best practices.<br>• Execute the full migration process, including extraction, transformation, and loading of data from NetSuite to D365 Business Central.<br>• Validate and reconcile migrated data to ensure integrity and accuracy throughout the migration lifecycle.<br>• Identify and resolve migration issues, documenting processes and providing suggestions for scalability.<br>• Support testing efforts post-migration and assist in training users to navigate the new system effectively.<br>• Maintain clear communication with stakeholders and technical teams to provide regular updates on progress and findings.
