Full-Time
Cloud Architect
New York
Confirmed live in the last 24 hours
ION Group
5,001-10,000 employees
Automation technology for financial sector clients
Expert
New York, NY, USA
- 10+ years overall IT experience and 6+ years of relevant cloud architecture, design & delivery experience
- Proven and in-depth experience of 5+ years in architecting, designing and delivering highly scalable services for at least two of the following cloud platforms – Azure, AWS and/or GCP.
- Experience in Azure/AWS Infrastructure, Networks, Storage, Apps and DevOps
- Experience in creating solutions, presenting and articulating winning prepositions for Microsoft Azure and AWS
- Well versed with cloud architecture styles and design patterns
- Experience in developing cloud migration approaches, defining migration roadmaps and providing estimates
- Experience with Azure Resource Manager, Resource Groups, Virtual Networks, Azure Virtual Machines, Azure Blob Storage, PowerShell DSC, Azure Automation, Azure Active Directory, and Azure Site Recovery
- Experience in developing and deploying Cloud Native Applications using Azure PaaS Capabilities (App Services Plans, Key Vault, SQL Azure DB, Azure Functions, Containers, AKS, Logic Apps, Service Bus, Event Grid, API Management)
- Knowledge of programming and scripting languages such as C#, Java, Python, JavaScript, PowerShell, & Bash etc.
- Knowledge of Azure Data & Analytics PaaS Services: Azure Data Factory, Azure Data Lake, Azure Synapse Analytics, Azure Databricks, Azure IoT, Azure HDInsight + Spark, Azure Cosmos DB, Azure Databricks, Azure Stream Analytics and Azure SQL DB
- Excellent communication skills with the ability to translate technical ideas to business stakeholders and facilitate architecture discussions
- Able to support pre-sales engagements by identifying and communicating potential solutions that meet Lab49’s customer needs
- Advise customers on various cloud solution options, discuss benefits and risks of each, and recommend a solution that aligns with the customer's business needs and requirements
- Design and implement solutions across consulting projects focusing on the Microsoft Azure or AWS technology stack
- Demonstrate thought leadership in cloud computing across multiple streams
- Develop technical roadmaps for future Azure/AWS cloud implementations
ION Group specializes in automation technology tailored for the financial sector, primarily serving institutional clients like investment banks, asset managers, and brokers. The company provides advanced software solutions that enhance trading, processing, and risk management activities in global financial markets. ION's products include sophisticated software platforms and APIs that enable clients to connect seamlessly to various trading venues and exchanges, ensuring efficient and accurate transactions. Unlike many competitors, ION focuses on continuous improvement and agility, often acquiring entrepreneurial firms to adapt quickly to market changes. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risks for its clients through innovative automation solutions.
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
$42.1M
Headquarters
London, United Kingdom
Founded
1998
6 month growth
↑ 2%1 year growth
↑ 7%2 year growth
↑ 12%
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- ION's partnerships, such as with Abaxx Commodity Futures Exchange, enhance their market reach and technological capabilities.
- The integration of fixed income solutions with XTP Execution demonstrates ION's commitment to expanding connectivity and improving client access to various markets.
- Recognition in prestigious lists like the FinCrimeTech50 and awards for innovation highlight ION's industry leadership and potential for continued growth.
What critics are saying
- The highly competitive financial technology sector requires constant innovation to maintain market position.
- Integration challenges from frequent acquisitions could lead to operational inefficiencies and cultural clashes.
What makes ION Group unique
- ION Group's focus on automation technology specifically tailored for the financial sector sets it apart from more generalized software providers.
- Their strategy of acquiring entrepreneurial firms allows ION to remain agile and responsive to market changes, unlike larger, less flexible competitors.
- ION's comprehensive suite of APIs and software platforms ensures seamless trading and processing, providing a competitive edge in efficiency and accuracy.
Benefits
Health, dental, and vision insurance
AD&D and disability insurance
Flexible spending account
Health savings account
Life insurance
Mental health care
401K plan
Performance bonus
Supplemental workers' compensation
Family medical leave & parental leave
PTO, paid holidays, sick days, bereavement leave, and volunteer time off
Commuter checks
Company social events
Employee assistance program
Free lunch
mobile phone discount