The TP ICAP Group is a world leading provider of market infrastructure.
Our purpose is to provide clients with access to global financial and commodities markets, improving price discovery, liquidity, and distribution of data, through responsible and innovative solutions. Through our people and technology, we connect clients to superior liquidity and data solutions.
The Group is home to a stable of premium brands. Collectively, TP ICAP is the largest interdealer broker in the world by revenue, the number one Energy & Commodities broker in the world, the world’s leading provider of OTC data, and an award winning all-to-all trading platform.
Founded in London in 1866, the Group operates from more than 60 offices in 27 countries. We are 5,200 people strong. We work as one to achieve our vision of being the world’s most trusted, innovative, liquidity and data solutions specialist.
Role Overview
The System Architect defines and delivers the shared technical and architectural vision for the Agile Release Train (ART). Working across global teams, the role ensures systems, infrastructure, and applications are effectively integrated, aligned to business needs, and built for scale, quality, and reuse.
Partnering with Product Managers and the Release Train Engineer (RTE), the System Architect guides feature teams, builds the architectural runway, and aligns solutions with Enterprise standards. The role also provides technical leadership, mentoring, and expertise in engineering and architecture best practices.
Key Responsibilities
* Define and communicate the architecture vision, translating it into Epics, Features, and Stories.
* Ensure solutions align with business priorities, enterprise architecture, and evolving business needs.
* Support DevOps practices and the continuous delivery pipeline; contribute to release governance.
* Promote built-in quality, defining and managing non-functional requirements (NFRs).
* Collaborate with teams to evolve design, validate implementation, and drive sustainable practices.
* Maintain architecture documentation, system tools, and technical assets.
Experience & Competencies
Essential
* Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Systems Analysis, or equivalent experience.
* Extensive experience in technical architecture and IT solution development (front-end, back-end, or middleware).
* Track record of designing and delivering modern architectures with strong grasp of architectural principles.
* Experience working in Agile environments and understanding of the product lifecycle.
* Exposure to multiple technologies and enterprise-scale environments.
* Strong technical leadership, with the ability to mentor and influence teams.
* Excellent analytical, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
* Hands-on enterprise systems development experience (C#, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript, C++ or similar).
* Proficiency in cloud platforms (AWS preferred; Azure/GCP), containerisation, and microservices.
* Strong knowledge of APIs, system integration, and DevOps (CI/CD, infrastructure-as-code, Git).
* Understanding of security practices (application, cloud, authentication, authorisation).
Desired
* Experience with front-office/trader-facing applications and services.
* Exposure to Inter-Dealer Broking environments.
* Knowledge of Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe).
* Familiarity with micro-frontend architecture.
* Experience optimising financial services technology solutions.
Band & Level
* Manager / 7
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Not The Perfect Fit?
Concerned that you may not meet the criteria precisely? At TP ICAP, we wholeheartedly believe in fostering inclusivity and cultivating a work environment where everyone can flourish, regardless of your personal or professional background. If you are enthusiastic about this role but find that your experience doesn't align perfectly with every aspect of the job description, we strongly encourage you to apply. You may be the ideal candidate for this position or another opportunity within our organisation. Our dedicated Talent Acquisition team is here to assist you in recognising how your unique skills and abilities can be a valuable contribution. Don't hesitate to take the leap and explore the possibilities. Your potential is what truly matters to us.
Company Statement
We know that the best innovation happens when diverse people with different perspectives and skills work together in an inclusive atmosphere. That's why we're building a culture where everyone plays a part in making people feel welcome, ready and willing to contribute. TP ICAP Accord - our Employee Network - is a central to this. As well as representing specific groups, TP ICAP Accord helps increase awareness, collaboration, shares best practice, and holds our firm to account for driving continuous cultural improvement.
Location
UK - City Quays - Belfast