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# Equities FIX Engineer

- **Company:** Cantor Fitzgerald
- **Location:** New York, NY, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Algorithmic Trading, Unix, System Configuration, Middleware, Financial Information EXchange, Systems Analysis, Java Message Service (JMS), Networking Basics, SQL Stored Procedures, SQL Databases, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Sybase, Code Restructuring, TIBCO (Software)
- **Published:** November 7, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/28_25303_8e3aaa0d6f901d6b35d624e51a3c0b8c

## About the Role

* Minimum of 5 to 10 years of FIX protocol and backend Java development, design and testing experience with prior financial industry experience.
 * 5+ years leading teams, working with FIX Engines
 * This role is ideally suited for a very delivery focused technologist and someone looking to gain a lot of exposure to trading/sales, as well as the chance to work on cutting edge technology
 * Experience developing server-side applications using Java is a plus
 * Experience with UNIX, SQL, XML and middleware products like TIBCO, JMS, Solace
 * Familiarity with SQL and experience with understanding/refactoring Stored Procedures in Sybase
 * Solid relevant experience in FIX Engineering or systems analysis role
 * Subject Matter Expert (SME) in FIX Protocol
 * Good understanding of electronic trading and financial markets
 * Experience in FIX client onboarding and certification projects
 * Knowledge of Third Party Networks and EMS/OMS software vendors (e.g., Fidessa, NYFIX, Bloomberg, SS&C and etc.)
 * Consistently demonstrates clear and concise written and verbal communication
 * Demonstrates effective analysis and problem solving
 * Good Analytical and Project Coordination skills
 * Ability to prioritize work load and meet multiple project deadlines
 * Ability to adapt to a dynamic work environment and make independent decisions
 * Ability to deal with a range of external parties, stakeholders, and business groups with varying levels of seniority

## Description

* We are seeking a Lead FIX Engineer with strong equities domain, market access and client connectivity knowledge and technical ability (FIX protocol and network understanding)
 * The role will combine client FIX connectivity support, Algo Trading System, overall trading platform/infrastructure support and taking an active role in any relevant projects
 * The successful candidate will be part of a team that interacts closely with Cantor's clients and colleagues, focusing on solving problems and assisting with creating solutions to effectively support the business
 * Provide day-to-day support to clients, Cantor sales traders and other colleagues for all FIX connectivity, order routing and Order Management System (OMS) queries
 * Perform production problem investigation using technical and analytical expertise and knowledge of the system to resolve problems effectively
 * Serve in a client facing role for FIX connectivity on-boarding and certification at the session and application level
 * Perform system configuration for new connectivity client on-boarding
 * Translate client's business requirements to the appropriate configuration parameters
 * Manage issues, changes, bugs, and enhancement requests for global
 * Work within a global team of experienced FIX Engineers to establish and maintain connectivity from external clients to Cantor FIX gateways
 * Communicate effectively with business, development, QA, infrastructure, and production support teams
 * New client connectivity onboarding and certification
 * Migrating existing connectivity from legacy platform to new as required
 * 1st line support for all FIX issues and Client Connectivity related
 * Client onboarding for Equity, Derivative and Algo businesses