DATA INTEGRATION ENGINEER- HYBRIDJOB ID: 5359

Our direct client, a fast-growing FinTech firm, is seeking a highly motivated Data Integration Engineer to help lead the development of their APIs and clients' system integrations. The ideal candidate will lead client integration meetings, handling all technical questions with expertise and confidence. This role requires a deep understanding of API and data model implementation, workflow management, and the industry system integration landscape, particularly within the alternative investments ecosystem. The candidate will work closely with fund administrators, custodians, and other service providers, ensuring seamless integration and communication.This position can be based in midtown Manhattan, 3 days per week onsite is expected. Client offers a very attractive compensation and benefits package, salary ($150-180K, DOE), bonus and stock options. ResponsibilitiesServe as the technical lead in client integration meetings, confidently addressing and resolving technical queries.
Conduct thorough integration scoping sessions to understand client needs and requirements.
Implement and maintain APIs and data models to ensure efficient data integration.
Develop workflows and manage system integrations with various industry stakeholders within alternative investments ecosystem.
Design, develop, and maintain integration solutions to connect disparate systems within the organization and with external partners.
Ensure the scalability and reliability of integration solutions to support business growth and continuity.
Monitor and optimize integration performance, identifying and resolving bottlenecks and issues.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to understand business requirements and translate them into technical specifications for integration solutions.
Address and resolve technical issues that arise during integration projects.
Maintain detailed documentation of integration processes, configurations, and changes.
Develop and enforce integration standards and guidelines to ensure consistency and quality across projects.
Stay updated with the latest industry trends, technologies, and best practices in data integration and API management.
Qualifications8+ years of experience in data integration, with a strong emphasis on API and data model implementation
Proven track record of leading technical teams and managing complex integration projects
Deep understanding of the alternative investment ecosystem, including fund administrators, custodians, and other service providers
Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to address complex technical questions from clients
Experience with RESTful API development and integration, with a preference for Python and FastAPI
Familiar with relational database concepts and modeling practices
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage with clients and executive management
Strong interpersonal skills, capable of building relationships and achieving business results
Detail-oriented with a customer-centric focus and a knack for quick, thoughtful problem-solving
Entrepreneurial mindset, with the ability to manage projects from start to finish and overcome operational bottlenecks
Job ID: 5359