Overview
Join to apply for the Manager, Direct Indexing Technologies role at Natixis Investment Managers . Natixis Investment Managers is seeking a dynamic and experienced Technology Manager to lead our Direct Indexing Technology Team. This role leads a team of engineers and collaborates with portfolio managers and portfolio strategists to deliver innovative solutions in the direct indexing space. This position can be located in Boston, MA or San Francisco, CA. It is a hybrid role requiring in-office presence a minimum of 2 / 3 days per week (preferably Tuesday and Wednesday).
What You Will Do
- Drive the technical roadmap for direct indexing capabilities, including tax-loss harvesting and custom indexing.
- Ensure high-quality software delivery through agile methodologies, CI / CD practices, and robust testing.
- Collaborate with architecture and infrastructure teams to ensure scalability, security, and performance.
- Partner with Portfolio, Client Service and Operations teams to define and prioritize features.
- Translate business requirements into technical specifications and project plans.
- Communicate progress, risks, and dependencies to stakeholders at all levels.
- Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers focused on direct indexing solutions.
- Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and support career development.
- Stay current with industry trends in wealth tech, portfolio construction, and tax optimization.
- Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal controls.
Experience / Skills Required
10+ years of IT experience and 5+ years in senior-level programming and architecture responsibilities, preferably in financial services.Advanced knowledge of direct indexing systems, including tax optimization engines, trade execution platforms, portfolio rebalancing, pre-trade compliance tools, and trader-facing order management systems.Background with modern tech stacks (e.g., Python, Java, AWS, Kubernetes, REST APIs).Familiarity with optimizers (e.g., Axioma, Northfield).Experience with financial data providers (e.g., S&P Global, Morningstar, FactSet).Familiarity with public cloud infrastructure.Experience with SDLC processes.Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.Experience / Skills Preferred
Computer Science degree or equivalent experience.Experience in fintech, asset management, or wealth management platforms.Knowledge of direct indexing or tax-aware portfolio construction.Familiarity with Vestmark (or related TAMP) a plus.Experience leading agile teams.Who We Are
We put the best interests of our clients, employees, communities, and environment first in everything we do. We’re dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration, diversity, and inclusion that supports employee growth. We offer a robust benefits package designed to integrate life and work, including medical, dental, and vision insurance, paid time off, 401k, tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment, wellness benefits, and volunteer programs.
Compensation
In accordance with California salary transparency law, the expected annual salary for this San Francisco, CA position is $150,000 - $230,000. Actual base salaries may vary based on factors including education, training, experience, and other job-related factors. Offers are determined on an individualized basis.
Additional Information
Employment type : Full-timeSeniority level : DirectorJob function : Engineering and Information TechnologyIndustries : Financial Services, Investment Management, and Capital MarketsNatixis Investment Managers is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate in recruiting, hiring, training, promotion or other terms, conditions and privileges of employment on the basis of race, color, age, national origin, ancestry, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, military or veteran status, physical or mental disability, or any other status protected by law.
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