
Sr Technical Account Manager
Required skills
- Cantor Fitzgerald
- binary APIs
- FIX APIs
- market data
- order entry
- STP
- e-trading
- straight-through processing
- Linux/Unix
- TCP/IP
Nice to have
- fintech
- third-party trading software
- connectivity vendors
Role summary
The Senior Technical Account Manager will act as the main technical point of contact for external financial clients, overseeing the implementation and support of Cantor Fitzgerald's proprietary binary and FIX APIs. This role involves managing the full lifecycle of API integrations, from pre-sales scoping to post-sales support and ongoing enhancements, ensuring smooth e-trading and straight-through processing. The TAM will also serve as an escalation point for complex client issues, troubleshoot integration problems, and gather client feedback to drive product improvements. Proficiency in FIX protocol, API integration, capital markets, Linux/Unix, and networking is essential, along with strong client-facing and project management skills.
Responsibilities
- Partner with sales and product specialists to identify, qualify, and expand revenue opportunities.
- Develop comprehensive integration plans with clients for multi‑region deployment of APIs and financial products.
- Provide technical and development support for binary/FIX APIs covering market data, order entry, and STP.
- Coordinate release, testing, and rollout of new API versions and enhancements with clients and internal teams.
- Serve as 3rd‑level support for production issues, troubleshooting integration problems and ensuring resolution.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with client technology teams across vertical and horizontal functions.
- Gather client feedback, translate requirements into actionable product enhancements, and liaise with development.
- Document procedures, create training materials, and educate clients on product usage.
- Manage multiple integration projects simultaneously while maintaining focus and composure under pressure.
- Collaborate with external software vendors to ensure seamless connectivity and integration.
Qualifications
- 5+ years experience in a financial institution or fintech firm with client‑facing responsibilities.
- 7+ years of hands‑on experience with FIX protocol implementations.
- Strong understanding of capital markets, front/middle/back‑office systems, and trading workflows.
- Experience with third‑party trading software, connectivity vendors, and VeriFIX or similar testing tools.
- Proficiency in Linux/Unix environments and networking protocols (TCP/IP, UDP).
- Proven ability to prioritize, own tasks, and maintain attention to detail across multiple projects.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills; able to work independently and within teams.
- Self‑starter with a proactive, adaptable attitude and ability to stay calm under pressure.
- Demonstrated success in pre‑sales scoping and post‑sales technical support for API integrations.
- Ability to document requirements, create training content, and convey technical concepts clearly.
Compensation Expectations: $160-170kbase
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