Job Description

Nomura Overview:

Nomura is a financial services group with an integrated global network. By connecting markets East & West, Nomura services the needs of individuals, institutions, corporates and governments through its four business divisions: Wealth Management, Investment Management, Wholesale (Global Markets and Investment Banking), and Banking. Founded in 1925, the firm is built on a tradition of disciplined entrepreneurship, serving clients with creative solutions and considered thought leadership. For further information about Nomura, visit www.nomura.com

Nomura Services, India supports the group’s global businesses. With world-class capabilities in trading support, research, information technology, financial control, operations, risk management and legal support, the firm plays a key role in facilitating the group’s global operations across four international regions.

At Nomura, creating an inclusive workplace is a priority. Our approach to inclusion encompasses a variety of initiatives, including sensitization campaigns, implementing conducive policies & programs, providing infrastructure support and engaging in community events. Over time, we have made meaningful progress in these areas, and this commitment has been well-recognized across the industry. We are proud recipients of the prestigious Top 10 Employers award by the India Workplace Equality Index (IWEI), IWEI Gold Employer of Choice awards, India CSR Leadership Award 2024 for Holistic Village Development Program and the YUVA Unstoppable Changemaker Awards.

Divisional Overview:

The Technology division is responsible for delivering and maintaining all technology infrastructure, applications, and services that enable Nomura's global business operations. The division encompasses

• Application Development
• Infrastructure & Operations
• Compliance Technology - where Surveillance IT sits
• Digital Innovation

Business Overview:

The Surveillance IT team sits within Nomura's broader Technology division and plays a critical role in the firm's compliance management infrastructure. This team is responsible for developing and maintaining sophisticated surveillance systems that monitor trading activities, communications, and market conduct across the organization.

What We Offer:

• We support employee wellbeing by ensuring a sense of purpose and belonging.
• We offer a comprehensive range of wellbeing services which allows employees to get access to the assistance they need at any point in their wellbeing journey.
• Our bespoke benefits support employees and their family’s holistic wellbeing and are inclusive of diverse identities and family structures.

Role & Responsibilities:

Compliance IT is looking for a highly experienced Senior Developer in its Surveillance IT team for designing, coding and debugging whilst leading and mentoring the development team through the software lifecycle. The successful candidate will establish code standards, mentor developers, conduct code reviews and align technical solutions with the Group strategy.

The individual must have ~10years of experience of modern technology stacks (Machine Learning, AWS, DevOps and Containerisation) to support applications the Surveillance estate. The individual will be required to carry out:

• Technical Leadership: Lead development projects, define technical approaches, and maintain architectural standards.
• Software Development: Coding, debugging, and developing complex applications and systems through the SDLC.
• Mentorship & Collaboration: Coach junior developers, review code quality, and collaborate with cross-functional teams (e.g., DevOps, product managers).
• System Design & Architecture: Create design plans, evaluate technology choices, and ensure scalability and security.
• Problem-Solving: Identify, analyse, and resolve complex technical defects and operational issues.

Required Skills and Experience

• Strong skills in Python, Database, SQL, etc.
• Proven hands-on experience in Machine Learning, AWS, DevOps (CI/CD - GitLab, Jenkins, Ansible, Nexus, etc.) and Containerization (Kubernetes).
• Demonstrated use of AI capabilities
• Hands-on experience in building Gen AI applications involving natural language interfaces, LLM integration and structured data querying (ex., text-to-SQL, conversational analytics, etc.), Agentic AI
• LLM integration (OpenAI, Gemini, Anthropic, etc.), Prompt engineering, Retrieval Augmented Generation (RAG), Text-to-SQL systems, Vector databases, Agentic AI, etc.
• Hands-on experience on data lakes, ETL pipelines, Informatica, Business Insight tools, etc.
• Should have Quantexa developer certification or equivalent /higher.
• A proven track record in modern technology stacks – able to bring fresh ideas and hit the ground running from Day 1

Duties and Responsibilities

• Build / enhance applications in the Surveillance area as needed.
• Work with users / stakeholders including application owners for upstream systems to resolve any issues.
• Take full ownership of issues that arise - provide analysis of issues, escalate them as and when necessary, and take them through to resolution within defined SLAs.
• Follow firm standards as may relate to issue documentation and incident management.

Professional Attributes

• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication skills (spoken and written English and listening skills)
• A strong sense of ownership of deliveries and a team player with good communication skills
• Ability to provide technical leadership and mentor junior staff members
• Experience working in a rapidly changing, fast paced business environment
• Ability to work in a global team environment
• Strong understanding of, or the ability to quickly gain understanding of applicable laws, regulations, and guidance in the subject area as well as the desire to keep up with changes in a complex environment

Mandatory Skill Set :

• Understanding of surveillance systems, regulatory compliance requirements, financial markets operations
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
• Excellent written and spoken English, active listening skills
• Technical leadership, mentoring junior staff, code review expertise
• Strong sense of ownership, collaborative team player
• Ability to work in rapidly changing, fast-paced environment, global team experience
• Python, SQL, Database concepts (MSSQL)
• AWS (Amazon Web Services), AWS EMR, AWS Glue
• CI/CD tools (GitLab, Jenkins, Ansible, Nexus), Kubernetes
• Data Lakes, ETL pipelines, Informatica, Business Insight tools
• Gen AI applications (LLM integration - OpenAI, Gemini, Anthropic), Prompt engineering, RAG, Text-to-SQL, Vector databases, Agentic AI
• Machine Learning frameworks and implementation
• Quantexa developer certification or equivalent/higher

Desired Skill Set :

• Experience in financial services surveillance, familiarity with market abuse regulations
• Understanding of applicable laws, regulations, and guidance; commitment to staying current in complex regulatory environment
• Java Development
• NASDAQ SMARTS, or similar trade/communications surveillance platforms

Position Specifications:

Experience

8-10

Qualification

BE / BTech / MCA/ M.Tech

We are committed to providing equal opportunities throughout employment including in the recruitment, training and development of employees. We prohibit discrimination in the workplace whether on grounds of gender, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy, carer’s responsibilities, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, race, color, national or ethnic origins, religious belief, disability or age.

*Applying for this role does not amount to a job offer or create an obligation on Nomura to provide a job offer. The expression "Nomura" refers to Nomura Services India Private Limited together with its affiliates.

*The benefits are subject to change and will be in accordance with Company’s policies as may be applicable from time to time).