Solution Architect - Client Reporting (Sigma)

Alpha Group is a leading global consultancy to the financial services industry. Founded in 2003, Alpha has spent over 20 years bringing together specialist, sector-focused strategy, management consulting, and technology expertise to support the entire client transformation lifecycle. Having partnered with more than 1,200 clients worldwide across the asset and wealth management, alternatives, and insurance industries, Alpha is a trusted advisor for complex change programs. We now have over 1,180 consultants working with clients across North America, the UK, Europe, the Middle East, and APAC. In 2024, in recognition of our successful track record and strong growth prospects, Alpha was acquired by Bridgepoint, one of the world's leading quoted private asset growth investors. Our people are at the heart of everything we do. Many of our team have built long and fulfilling careers with us, often staying for over a decade. Alpha offers a genuinely rewarding place to work: a meritocratic environment where your career can flourish, and a welcoming culture where you can be yourself, connect with others, and thrive. As we look to the future, we’re excited to be looking for new Alpha colleagues—individuals who are collaborative, innovative, and ambitious. We hope you will join us and help shape the next chapter of our growth journey.

Alpha Tech Services represents the technology implementation/business integration arm of the Alpha group, with deep expertise in delivering change and transformation programs centered around Asset & Wealth technology solutions. To clients, we are a trusted partner for creating programs, however, we are so much more to our employees. At Alpha, we pride ourselves in being a meritocratic environment perfect for building a career and meeting great people, as well as a rewarding place to work.

Alpha is increasingly establishing ourselves as the leading consultancy to the global asset and wealth management industry. To date, we have grown and been successful by deploying the highest caliber of consulting expertise to our clients. Unlike our competitors, we are:

• Sector focused: because we have always focused exclusively on Asset and Wealth Management, we provide deep and focused knowledge that our competitors cannot match
• Global: we operate seamlessly across geographies, allowing us to service the largest global clients with the highest caliber of consultant

As technology specialists, we:

• Provide knowledgeable resources who can implement, configure and support the major platforms used by our clients
• Form a range of partnerships with key vendors to position itself as a preferred implementation partner for major business applications
• Assist clients with their journey to the next generation of cloud-based architectures
• Help clients to define and implement their future state data architectures
• Help clients with bespoke development that complements their core application architecture
• Provide knowledgeable and client-focused support for client’s major applications, including upgrades, migrations and business-as-usual issue management
• Implement, configure and support key business applications
• Build out and implement data management strategies across client organizations
• Undertake bespoke development, including of key data interfaces

Alpha FMC is looking for a Sigma Business Intelligence Architect to join our growing team. We are seeking people with strong Front Office Technology skills, along with a personal desire to build a unique, world-class service offering for our clients.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Management Information Systems, or related field or commensurate level of experience.
• 5+ years of experience in Technology Consulting, Business Analysis, or related fields.
• Proven expertise in managing the full implementation lifecycle of client reporting or data transformation projects
• Experience with one or more in the following technical area(s) specific to the investment management industry:
• Relational data platforms (Snowflake, Data Bricks, SQL Server, Oracle) and data modelling
• Data engineering with ETL/ELT and data integration tools
• Data architecture
• Experience with one or more of the following Programming Language(s):
• SQL, XML, C#, .NET, Assembly
• Advanced knowledge in designing scalable, secure, and reliable data solutions.
• Experience with data lifecycle management, data governance, and quality frameworks.
• Outstanding demonstrated verbal and written communication.
• Excellent interpersonal and client relationship skills.

• Proficiency with one or more client reporting and BI platform(s)
• Client Reporting: Seismic, Kurtosys, SimCorp Coric, FactSet Vermilion, Assette
• BI Solutions: Sigma, PowerBI, Tableau, SSRS, Qlik
• 3+ years of hands-on experience with Sigma platform including:
• Data model and workbook development
• Custom JavaScript and Sigma extensions
• Sigma API and SDK integration
• Experience in Consulting or Professional Services
• Experience in SDLC (Agile / Waterfall) within the SCRUM framework, CI/CD or other methodologies.
• Strong experience with version control systems (e.g., Git, GitHub, GitLab) and collaborative development workflows.
• Experience with Investment Management Systems and financial instruments.
• Experience with the functional work areas of investment organizations (Front Office, Middle Office, Back Office).
• Experience with asset and wealth management reporting components (Factsheets, Holdings, Performance, Characteristics, Disclosures, Commentaries, etc.)
• Entrepreneurial approach.

Applies to candidates working in designated high-cost metropolitan areas, including: Los Angeles, CA; San Francisco, CA; Boston, MA; New York City, NY; and Washington, DC, as well as remote roles based in Massachusetts or the New York Tri-State Area.

Applies to candidates working in key metropolitan markets, including: Austin, TX; Atlanta, GA; Chicago, IL; Charlotte, NC; Denver, CO; and Philadelphia, PA, as well as remote roles based in Texas, California, Pennsylvania, Florida, or Colorado.

Applies to all other U.S. locations not listed above.

Applies to candidates working in the Toronto region

Final compensation will be determined based on experience, qualifications, and work location. In addition to base salary, this role is eligible for a discretionary bonus and a comprehensive benefits package. We are committed to equitable and transparent compensation practices across all locations.

• Competitive salary with annual profit-sharing opportunity
• 401k/RRSP matching
• 25 days of annual paid time off
• Up to 7 days annually for sick leave
• Supplemented medical, dental and vision coverage
• Generous reimbursement for commuting, mobile phone, and home internet expenses
• North America team-wide training and retreats
• Sponsorship towards professional certifications / training supported with 5 days of paid training time.

We are committed to creating an environment where careers and families can thrive together. Our family-friendly benefits are designed to support employees through every stage of caregiving:

• Comprehensive parental leave for all parents, including 8 weeks of birthing leave and 8 weeks of bonding leave.
• Return with Care Program to support a smooth transition back to work after leave.
• Child Sickness Leave, providing up to 5 days of protected time for returning parents.
• Menstrual care support, offering employees time off as needed to manage menstrual-related illness.
• Pregnancy loss support, offering paid time off and resources to support employees through loss.
• Menopause support, ensuring employees have access to resources and flexibility during this stage of life.
• Flo subscription coverage for up to two memberships per year to support reproductive and hormonal health.
• Flexible hybrid schedules help balance work and family commitments.
• A supportive community of working parents that shares resources and fosters connection.
• Leadership that models healthy work–life integration, reflecting our belief that family and professional success go hand in hand.

At Alpha, diversity, equity and inclusion are critical to our success. Our priorities show a focus on fostering an inclusive, equitable workplace where individuals are treated fairly regardless of gender or background. We welcome applications from disabled people and are committed to making our recruitment process and workplace accessible and inclusive for everyone.