Senior IT Lead - Asset Onboarding, Connectivity & Integration Delivery 100% (f/m/d) - (Contract through our external payroll partner, immediate start until 31.12.26, possible extension) in Zürich

At Julius Baer, we celebrate and value the individual qualities you bring, enabling you to be impactful, to be entrepreneurial, to be empowered, and to create value beyond wealth. Let's shape the future of wealth management together. You will be responsible for the onboarding of additional assets and trading capabilities onto the strategic order execution platform (EMS). Leading requirements analysis, FIX connectivity, SWIFT integration, security, test planning and execution, as well as end-to-end migration activities across execution, custody, and settlement systems. Acts as the primary technology liaison between Business, Operations, Technology teams, vendors, and external providers to ensure successful delivery of fund and securities trading capabilities, robust system integration, and seamless operational readiness.YOUR CHALLENGELead requirements analysis, solution and security design, and technical delivery coordination for asset onboarding and order execution capability integrationOwn the implementation of FIX connectivity, trading interfaces, and integration solutions across internal and external platformsTranslate functional specifications into test scenarios, test cases, and acceptance criteriaAct as the primary SME for technical services, SWIFT messaging, securities and fund trading workflows, bridging business and technology teamsCoordinate end-to-end testing activities, including connectivity, system integration, user acceptance testing, security testing and migration validationEnsure alignment across Business, Technology, Operations, vendors, custody migration initiatives, and external providers to achieve production readinessProactively manage technical dependencies, risks, defects, and delivery timelines to ensure successful onboarding and migration outcomesYOUR PROFILEExtensive experience in the delivery of trading technology, execution services, asset onboarding, and integration initiatives within Private Banking, Wealth Management, or Capital Markets environmentsStrong analytical, technical, and business analysis skills, with proven ability to translate business requirements into functional specifications, solution designs, and comprehensive test scenariosProven experience implementing and supporting FIX connectivity, trading interfaces, and end-to-end system integration across internal platforms, external counterparties, and market infrastructuresStrong understanding of execution services, securities and fund trading, order lifecycle management, settlement, custody processes, and SWIFT messaging standardsHands-on experience defining and executing system integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), connectivity testing, migration rehearsals, and production readiness activitiesAbility to act as a key SME and liaison between Business, Technology, Operations, Avaloq teams, vendors, and external service providers, ensuring successful end-to-end deliveryExperience delivering complex technology and migration initiatives using Agile delivery methodologies combined with structured governance and control frameworksExcellent stakeholder management, communication, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage technical dependencies, risks, and competing priorities in a fast-paced environmentHighly delivery-focused, resilient, and capable of operating effectively under pressure while maintaining high quality standards and meeting critical deadlinesFluency in English (verbal/written)The international reference in wealth management Julius Baer is the leading Swiss wealth management group. We focus on servicing and advising sophisticated private clients from around the world, taking into account what truly matters to them - in their business and personal life, today and for future generations. Headquartered in Zurich, we are present in around 60 locations worldwide, including Bangkok, Dubai, Dublin, Frankfurt, Geneva, Hong Kong, London, Luxembourg, Madrid, Mexico City, Milan, Monaco, Mumbai, Santiago de Chile, Shanghai, Singapore, Tel Aviv, and Tokyo.Why join Julius Baer?At Julius Baer our employees enjoy the benefits of a global company with the support and collegiality of a much smaller one. We are growing quickly, but we remain dedicated to maintaining our accessible structure with flat hierarchies, and approachable and supportive leaders. With offices around the world, we offer an international and stimulating work environment and the opportunity to work with a diverse team of highly motivated colleagues, bringing the best of the bank to our clients.Our core values of Care, Passion, and Excellence define the tone of how we interact with each other and our partners. Committed to your success Whether nurturing young talent with our renowned apprentice scheme, enabling ambitious university graduates to put theory into practice with our Graduate Programme, or providing first-class opportunities for experienced professionals, we look after our employees.We believe in continuous learning as a company and as individuals, which is why we put a focus on the health and well-being of our employees and offer flexible working options, a wide array of benefits, and extensive career development programmes.flexible working optionsa wide array of benefitsextensive career development programmesFor more information visit or contact us via the Contact Form. #J-18808-Ljbffr