Mizuho
Join Mizuho as a Screening Systems Modernization Engineer!
Reporting to the Director of Compliance Technology Modernization, in this role you will serve as a hands-on technology leader focused on the implementation, optimization, and integration of advanced compliance screening platforms. This role emphasizes deep technical expertise in FIRCO, Prime Compliance Manager, and Quantexa, and requires a proactive approach to modernizing legacy systems into agile, cloud-native solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that screening technologies are robust, scalable, and aligned with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead hands-on implementation and optimization of compliance screening platforms including FIRCO, Prime Compliance Manager, and Quantexa
Collaborate with architecture teams to design scalable cloud-native solutions for screening technologies
Develop and execute integration strategies across partner systems and data platforms
Ensure screening platforms meet AML, KYC, and sanctions compliance requirements
Work with Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams to align technology capabilities with regulatory needs
Provide technical leadership in system upgrades, API integrations, and data pipeline enhancements
Mentor engineering teams on best practices in screening technology deployment
Support vendor evaluations and contribute to platform selection decisions
Required Qualifications
10+ years of hands-on experience with compliance screening technologies including FIRCO, Prime Compliance Manager, and Quantexa
Proven expertise in cloud platforms (Azure strongly preferred) and hybrid deployment models
Strong programming and scripting skills for system integration and automation
Experience with data platforms such as DataBricks and Snowflake
Deep understanding of financial services compliance requirements
Excellent problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Cloud architecture certifications (Azure strongly preferred)
Experience with regulatory reporting systems and API management
Background in system performance tuning and data quality assurance
The expected base salary ranges from $111k-$175k. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
Other requirements Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.
Company Overview Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
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Reporting to the Director of Compliance Technology Modernization, in this role you will serve as a hands-on technology leader focused on the implementation, optimization, and integration of advanced compliance screening platforms. This role emphasizes deep technical expertise in FIRCO, Prime Compliance Manager, and Quantexa, and requires a proactive approach to modernizing legacy systems into agile, cloud-native solutions. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that screening technologies are robust, scalable, and aligned with regulatory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Lead hands-on implementation and optimization of compliance screening platforms including FIRCO, Prime Compliance Manager, and Quantexa
Collaborate with architecture teams to design scalable cloud-native solutions for screening technologies
Develop and execute integration strategies across partner systems and data platforms
Ensure screening platforms meet AML, KYC, and sanctions compliance requirements
Work with Legal, Risk, and Compliance teams to align technology capabilities with regulatory needs
Provide technical leadership in system upgrades, API integrations, and data pipeline enhancements
Mentor engineering teams on best practices in screening technology deployment
Support vendor evaluations and contribute to platform selection decisions
Required Qualifications
10+ years of hands-on experience with compliance screening technologies including FIRCO, Prime Compliance Manager, and Quantexa
Proven expertise in cloud platforms (Azure strongly preferred) and hybrid deployment models
Strong programming and scripting skills for system integration and automation
Experience with data platforms such as DataBricks and Snowflake
Deep understanding of financial services compliance requirements
Excellent problem-solving and cross-functional collaboration skills
Preferred Qualifications
Advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
Cloud architecture certifications (Azure strongly preferred)
Experience with regulatory reporting systems and API management
Background in system performance tuning and data quality assurance
The expected base salary ranges from $111k-$175k. Salary offers are based on a wide range of factors including relevant skills, training, experience, education, and, where applicable, certifications and licenses obtained. Market and organizational factors are also considered. In addition to salary and a generous employee benefits package, successful candidates are eligible to receive a discretionary bonus.
Other requirements Mizuho has in place a hybrid working program, with varying opportunities for remote work depending on the nature of the role, needs of your department, as well as local laws and regulatory obligations. Roles in some of our departments have greater in-office requirements that will be communicated to you as part of the recruitment process.
Company Overview Mizuho Financial Group, Inc. is the 15th largest bank in the world as measured by total assets of ~$2 trillion. Mizuho's 60,000 employees worldwide offer comprehensive financial services to clients in 35 countries and 800 offices throughout the Americas, EMEA and Asia. Mizuho Americas is a leading provider of corporate and investment banking services to clients in the US, Canada, and Latin America. Through its acquisition of Greenhill, Mizuho provides M&A, restructuring and private capital advisory capabilities across Americas, Europe and Asia. Mizuho Americas employs approximately 3,500 professionals, and its capabilities span corporate and investment banking, capital markets, equity and fixed income sales & trading, derivatives, FX, custody and research. Visit www.mizuhoamericas.com.
Mizuho Americas offers a competitive total rewards package.
We are an EEO/AA Employer -M/F/Disability/Veteran.
We participate in the E-Verify program.
We maintain a drug-free workplace and reserve the right to require pre- and post-hire drug testing as permitted by applicable law.
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