Platform Engineer I

Job Title: Platform Engineer I

Location: Cincinnati, OH - Onsite at the end of August

Duration: Contract - 5 months

Pay Range: $40.83/hr (W2)

Job ID: 407339

Conversion Eligibility: Candidates must be eligible for conversion to FTE

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking a Platform Engineer I to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have strong experience in supporting third-party capital markets platforms, vendor coordination, and agile delivery and a proven ability to evaluate, design, and implement changes that ensure business continuity and regulatory effectiveness.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as liaison with software vendors such as FIS and S&P for platforms used by Capital Markets Commodities and Swap Dealer Compliance, including Kiodex and Cappitech.


• Monitor vendor roadmaps, releases, and enhancements, and assess business impact.


• Assist in solution design to incorporate vendor software changes and support effective implementation with business partners.


• Develop understanding of bank systems and configurations; plan and execute required reconfiguration to meet upcoming changes.


• Align to an agile squad and collaborate with the product owner to define user stories and acceptance criteria.


• Recommend continued utilization or rationalization of third-party solutions based on the technology roadmap.


• Implement and maintain new features and capabilities while improving quality and reliability.


• Follow best practices and contribute to communities of practice to promote continuous improvement.


• Automate processes to achieve operational excellence and create maintainable, supportable, and testable solutions.


• Provide operational support and troubleshooting for team products and services.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant technology field or equivalent combination of education and experience.


• Three or more years of engineering or IT experience relevant to platform support and integration.


• Experience supporting third-party capital markets platforms and aligning changes to business roadmaps.


• Strong problem-solving and communication skills with a collaborative work style.


• Understanding of IT security best practices and risk-aware operations.


• Expertise in commodities trading platforms and swap dealer compliance requirements.

Preferred Skills:

• Hands-on experience with Kiodex, Cappitech, and related Capital Markets platforms.


• Background in agile delivery with user story definition and vendor coordination.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits


• Opportunities for growth with global clients


• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people


• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.

Interested? Apply Now!

If this sounds like the right opportunity for you, please apply with your most recent resume.