Sophis Developer

About Phi Partners Phi Partners is a leading global consultancy specialising in capital markets technology. With more than 500 professionals worldwide, we are recognised as the largest specialist consultancy dedicated to Sophis. For over 20 years, we have supported tier-one financial institutions in delivering complex transformation initiatives, regulatory programmes, and front-to-back platform modernisation projects across global markets. The Programme Phi Partners is supporting a leading European financial institution on a major strategic transformation of its Sophis platform. The programme spans Finance, Regulatory Reporting, Equities, Commodities and Risk, requiring both functional and technical expertise to translate business requirements into platform-ready solutions across front-to-back and Risk teams. The programme operates under an Agile delivery model, with squads working end-to-end across the backlog using sprint ceremonies including planning, refinement, retrospectives, and demos. Phi's consultants act as embedded members of the client's delivery squads, collaborating closely with internal stakeholders, business SMEs, and other technology teams to deliver high-quality outcomes within a fast-paced, regulated environment. Roles and Responsibilities As a Sophis Developer, you will be responsible for hands-on Sophis Toolkit development, SQL development, and query optimisation, working as an embedded member of the Risk squad to deliver accurate, reliable solutions within a fast-paced, regulated environment.

Key responsibilities
include:
• Deliver hands-on Sophis Toolkit GUI customisations for trade lifecycle workflows and accounting setup;
• Leverage deep knowledge of the Sophis Toolkit Development to build and configure GUI components that support trade lifecycle and accounting processes accurately and effectively;
• Develop and optimise SQL queries, stored procedures, and database objects to support Risk programme requirements;
• Work with Business Analysts, Technical Analysts and Team Leads in the Risk Management domain to agree requirements and the best approach for new or changed features;
• Troubleshoot and optimise code to ensure components and reports are generated efficiently and data is presented accurately;
• Apply high availability and resilient patterns in the components you build;
• Collaborate with the Risk squad on sprint planning, refinement, and delivery, contributing Sophis Toolkit and technical expertise to the backlog;
• Work with other technical teams to integrate and support the data required for reporting and calculations;
• Document technical cases, applications and modules;
• Support SIT and UAT phases by providing technical investigation, diagnostic support, and data-level fixes within agreed timelines; Key Skills Must Have:
• Strong knowledge of Sophis workflows and accounting principles, including experience interpreting and developing complex SQL-based P&L and balance calculation logic;
• Solid SQL capability, including syntax, complex object utilisation, and query optimisation in a capital markets context;
• Expert knowledge of the Sophis SDK (Toolkit), with hands-on development of customisations and platform components;
• Expert knowledge of the Sophis database model;
• Proficiency in C++ as the main language, with C# or Java as a secondary language;
• Experience with CI tools and pipelines;
• Understanding of Market Risk Management and the need for accurate risk reporting and calculation;
• Experience working within an Agile squad delivery model, with strong contributions to sprint ceremonies and backlog management;
• Excellent communication skills in English, with the ability to engage effectively across technical and business stakeholders;
• Ability to work independently and deliver high-quality solutions with minimal supervision; Nice to Have:
• Exposure to PowerShell, Python, or shell scripting for database and platform automation;
• Knowledge of other financial data management systems and reporting tools;
• French as an additional language to English; This role offers the opportunity to apply specialist Sophis Toolkit and SQL expertise within a high-impact risk technology programme at a leading European financial institution, contributing to the modernisation of critical risk platform operations. We are always on the lookout for talented professionals who thrive in a dynamic, collaborative environment. By joining Phi Partners, you will be part of the largest dedicated Sophis practice globally, working on a high-impact strategic programme within a demanding investment banking environment.