Who we are looking for 

The Platform Solutions Engineer within the Execution, Financing and Clearing division plays a pivotal role in developing and delivering advanced technology and analytics solutions that enhance transparency, intelligence, and execution for both clients and internal teams. This position sits at the intersection of finance and technology and centers on leveraging technology and data to create impactful products for State Street’s financing and execution platform. The ideal candidate will combine deep knowledge of financing and collateral markets with strong leadership abilities and a creative approach to problem-solving. Success in this role requires translating client needs into innovative data-driven solutions, collaborating cross-functionally, and applying quantitative methods to address complex business challenges. 

Why this role is important to us 

The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Markets (SSM). When owners and managers of institutional assets need research, trading, securities lending, and innovative portfolio strategies, they turn to SSM business units. As our investment research and trading arm, SSM’s number one goal is to enhance and preserve our clients’ portfolio values by applying technology, optimizing trading, and linking asset classes and markets across the world. 

Join us if making your mark in the capital markets industry from day one is a challenge you are up for. 

What you will be responsible for 

• Lead the design and implementation of advanced analytics and optimization frameworks for State Street’s Financing Hub platform. 

• Collaborate with internal technology teams, external vendors, and partners to ensure successful product deployment. 

• Prototype and iterate on innovative solutions, working with internal stakeholders and clients to deliver tailored products efficiently. 

• Engage directly with clients and prospects, conducting product demonstrations, managing proof of concepts, and serving as a subject matter expert. 

• Maintain high standards of governance and risk management throughout the solution development process. 

• Represent State Street at industry conferences and events, showcasing platform capabilities and thought leadership. 

• Foster a collegial and professional team environment through collaboration and active engagement with colleagues. 

What we value 

These skills will help you succeed in this role 

• Ability to deliver results under tight deadlines and manage multiple priorities effectively 

• Strong attention to detail, analytical mindset, and commitment to high-quality outcomes 

• Excellent communication, organizational, and time management skills 

• Strategic thinking with the capacity to influence, collaborate, and engage across all organizational levels 

• Self-motivated, adaptable, and eager to tackle new challenges 

• Intellectual curiosity and a passion for continuous learning and development 

Education & Preferred Qualifications 

• Bachelor’s degree or higher required 

• At least 5 years of experience in quantitative, analytical or technology roles within financial services sector 

• Exceptional analytical skills and proficiency in Python and SQL programming 

• Experience developing insights and dashboards in business intelligence tools such as PowerBI, Tableau or Qlik 

• Preferred experience in securities financing (including securities lending/borrowing, repo, and collateral management) 

• Background in working with analytics and execution platforms 

• Proven experience leading and collaborating with Agile teams 

• Excellent written and verbal communication abilities, with strong interpersonal skills to effectively engage with business leaders and technical teams at all organizational levels 

Additional requirements 

• This is a hybrid role with an expectation of 4 days a week in the office