Systems Engineer, Global Banking & Markets, FIX Connectivity

About the Role

The FIX Connectivity team is a high-impact, client-facing engineering group responsible for the technical enablement of Electronic Trading. This role sits at the intersection of Business, Technology, and External Clients, focusing on the end-to-end technical onboarding of clients to trade global markets via the FIX Protocol. You will be responsible for the full lifecycle of client integration—from initial requirement gathering and network connectivity setup to certification testing and production go-live. Additionally, the role involves providing expert-level connectivity support across FIX platforms and managing client-specific customizations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the technical onboarding process for a diverse range of clients (including Quant, Institutional, and Hedge Funds) across DMA, high-touch, program trading, and Algorithmic Trading platforms.
• Conduct FIX certification testing to ensure client systems adhere to firm-specific specifications and exchange requirements.
• Coordinate the setup and troubleshooting of network paths, firewalls, VPNs, and dedicated lines.
• Act as the primary technical point of contact for Sales, Trading Desks, and external vendor technology teams.
• Provide Level 2 support for client connectivity platform issues, performing deep-dive analysis of FIX engine system logs and network captures to resolve production hurdles.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the onboarding experience by developing or improving internal tools, scripts, and automated testing frameworks.
• Manage the deployment of client-specific configurations and rules within a distributed, high-availability environment.

Requirements

• Deep understanding of the FIX Protocol and electronic trading workflows (e.g., DMA, Algorithmic Trading, and IOIs).
• Strong experience in UNIX/Linux environments and proficiency in SQL and APIs for data analysis and troubleshooting.
• Solid understanding of network infrastructure, including TCP/IP, firewalls, and connectivity troubleshooting tools.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to translate complex technical concepts for non-technical business stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills with a "client-first" mentality and the ability to work effectively under pressure.
• Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent onboarding projects in a fast-paced, front-office environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Python, Perl, or Shell scripting to automate manual tasks.
• Familiarity with global equities markets, including market structure and regulatory requirements.
• Experience with software version control systems (e.g., Git) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.

Pay

The expected base salary for this New York, New York, United States-based position is $130,000-$250,000. In addition, you may be eligible for a discretionary bonus if you are an active employee as of fiscal year-end.

Benefits

Goldman Sachs is committed to providing valuable and competitive benefits and wellness offerings, including:

• Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
• Retirement savings plans and firm contributions.
• Paid time off, including vacation, holidays, and sick leave.
• Wellness programs, including mindfulness and personal finance offerings.
• Training and development opportunities, including firmwide networks for professional growth.

About Goldman Sachs

At Goldman Sachs, we commit our people, capital, and ideas to help our clients, shareholders, and the communities we serve to grow. Founded in 1869, we are a leading global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm. Headquartered in New York, we maintain offices around the world. We believe who you are makes you better at what you do. We’re committed to fostering and advancing diversity and inclusion in our own workplace and beyond by ensuring every individual within our firm has opportunities to grow professionally and personally.