Technical Business Analyst - Trading Platforms

Technical Business Analyst - Trading Platforms

Position Description
Make an impact like never before.

We're growing rapidly and are looking for a Technical Business Analyst with strong SQL skills and experience working on Trading Platforms and the associated systems.

We're a close knit team that has access to global resources. You'll have the opportunity to explore a wide range of industries, technologies, and geographies, all while enjoying the personal touch that our local operating approach offers.

Growth at CGI is driven by your goals, so if you're looking for an inclusive place where you're empowered to chart your own path, then we'd love to meet you. 

This role a hybrid role with a couple days a week on-site in Naperville, IL.

. 4–8 years of experience as a Business Analyst (or similar) within financial services or capital markets.
. Hands on experience with a trading platform or related systems (e.g., OMS/EMS, order management, execution, or trade processing systems).
. Solid working knowledge of the trade lifecycle and at least one asset class (equities, fixed income, FX, or derivatives).
. Strong SQL skills, including the ability to write complex queries independently and work with relational databases.
. Demonstrated data analysis experience, turning raw data into actionable findings.
. Excellent requirements gathering, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
. Experience working in Agile and/or Waterfall delivery environments.

Your future duties and responsibilities
. Gather, document, and prioritize business and functional requirements from business, operations, and compliance stakeholders.
. Analyze trade lifecycle workflows (order capture, execution, allocation, confirmation, settlement) and identify opportunities for improvement.
. Write and optimize SQL queries to extract, validate, and analyze large volumes of trading, position, and market data.
. Produce data driven insights, dashboards, and reports to support business and technology decisions.
. Author detailed functional specifications, user stories, and acceptance criteria for development teams.
. Partner with developers and QA throughout the SDLC, supporting testing (including UAT), defect triage, and release validation.
. Perform data reconciliation and root cause analysis on trade or reporting discrepancies.
. Facilitate workshops and maintain clear documentation, process flows, and data mappings.

Required qualifications to be successful in this role
. 4–8 years of experience as a Business Analyst (or similar) within financial services or capital markets.
. Hands on experience with a trading platform or related systems (e.g., OMS/EMS, order management, execution, or trade processing systems).
. Solid working knowledge of the trade lifecycle and at least one asset class (equities, fixed income, FX, or derivatives).
. Strong SQL skills, including the ability to write complex queries independently and work with relational databases.
. Demonstrated data analysis experience, turning raw data into actionable findings.
. Excellent requirements gathering, documentation, and stakeholder communication skills.
. Experience working in Agile and/or Waterfall delivery environments.

Preferred Qualifications:
. Understanding of regulatory or reporting requirements relevant to trading (e.g., MiFID II, trade surveillance, best execution).
. Experience with JIRA, Confluence, or similar tools.
. Wealth management experience a plus

Other Information:   
CGI is required by law in some jurisdictions to include a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. The determination of this range includes various factors not limited to skill set, level, experience, relevant training, and licensure and certifications. To support the ability to reward for merit based performance, CGI typically does not hire individuals at or near the top of the range for their role. Compensation decisions are dependent on the facts and circumstances of each case. A reasonable estimate of the current range for this role in the U.S. is $79,600.00 $156,700.00.

CGI's benefits are offered to eligible professionals on their first day of employment to include:  
. Competitive compensation
. Comprehensive insurance options
. Matching contributions through the 401(k) plan and the share purchase plan
. Paid time off for vacation, holidays, and sick time
. Paid parental leave
. Learning opportunities and tuition assistance
. Wellness and Well being programs

CGI anticipates accepting applications through August 31, 2026. #LI-AH9

Together, as owners, let’s turn meaningful insights into action.

Life at CGI is rooted in ownership, teamwork, respect and belonging. Here, you’ll reach your full potential because…

You are invited to be an owner from day 1 as we work together to bring our Dream to life. That’s why we call ourselves CGI Partners rather than employees. We benefit from our collective success and actively shape our company’s strategy and direction.

Your work creates value. You’ll develop innovative solutions and build relationships with teammates and clients while accessing global capabilities to scale your ideas, embrace new opportunities, and benefit from expansive industry and technology expertise.

You’ll shape your career by joining a company built to grow and last. You’ll be supported by leaders who care about your health and well-being and provide you with opportunities to deepen your skills and broaden your horizons.

Come join our team—one of the largest IT and business consulting services firms in the world.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, ethnicity, ancestry, color, sex, religion, creed, age, national origin, citizenship status, disability, pregnancy, medical condition, military and veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation or perceived sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, and gender expression, familial status or responsibilities, reproductive health decisions, political affiliation, genetic information, height, weight, or any other legally protected status or characteristics to the extent required by applicable federal, state, and/or local laws where we do business.

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