Sr Specialist

Job Description

About The Company

NASDAQ is a leading global technology and financial services company renowned for its innovative trading platforms, market infrastructure, and data solutions. As the creator of the world&aposs first electronic stock market, NASDAQ powers over 100 marketplaces across 50 countries, facilitating efficient and transparent trading environments. With a robust market presence, NASDAQ hosts over 4,000 listings valued at approximately $12 trillion, serving as a vital backbone for global financial markets. The company&aposs commitment to continuous technological advancement and client-centric solutions positions it as a pioneer in the FinTech industry, driving market evolution and empowering organizations worldwide.

About The Role

NASDAQ is seeking a passionate and experienced Senior Specialist Enterprise Performance Management Technical to join its Bangalore technology center. This role requires deep expertise in the Anaplan product suite and a strong background in enterprise performance management (EPM). As part of the Enterprise Solutions team, you will play a critical role in delivering complex technical systems that support NASDAQs financial processes and operations. Your responsibilities will include designing, developing, and optimizing Anaplan models, integrating various planning and forecasting systems, and providing strategic technical guidance to internal stakeholders. This position offers a unique opportunity to work with a talented team dedicated to building state-of-the-art corporate software solutions that enhance operational efficiency and support NASDAQs global growth initiatives.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will possess a minimum of 10 to 12 years of experience in software development and configuration within the EPM space, with a strong focus on finance processes such as month-end close, planning, and forecasting. A comprehensive understanding of Anaplan architecture, modules, and functionalities is essential, including proficiency in Anaplan modeling, data modeling, and formula creation using AFL. Experience with SQL, APIs, and data connectors for system integration is required. Candidates should have a solid grasp of accounting processes, including consolidations, allocations, and intercompany eliminations, and be skilled in developing and optimizing planning and forecasting models at both corporate and business unit levels. Excellent communication skills, both written and oral, are necessary for effective stakeholder engagement and executive-level presentations. A bachelors or masters degree in computer science, engineering, or related fields is mandatory, along with experience working within Agile project management methodologies.

Responsibilities

- Lead and execute cross-functional projects across global teams, delivering critical solutions to support NASDAQs finance and operational processes.
- Design and develop scalable Anaplan models, ensuring they meet business requirements and performance standards.
- Establish and enforce best practices, standards, and governance for the development and deployment of enterprise performance management solutions.
- Evaluate external software packages, conduct ROI analyses, and recommend future system integrations or upgrades.
- Proactively identify issues within existing EPM configurations and develop innovative solutions to enhance system functionality and efficiency.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements, translate them into technical specifications, and deliver comprehensive solutions.
- Develop and deliver executive-level architecture presentations, providing insights into platform capabilities and strategic roadmaps.
- Integrate Anaplan with other enterprise systems, leveraging APIs and data connectors to ensure seamless data flow and process automation.
- Optimize models for performance, scalability, and maintainability, supporting NASDAQs global operational needs.

Benefits

NASDAQ offers a competitive package of benefits designed to support the well-being and growth of its employees. This includes an annual monetary bonus, opportunities to become a shareholder through the Employee Stock Purchase Program at a discounted rate, comprehensive health insurance coverage, and a flexible working schedule with a hybrid work environment. Employees also enjoy a flex day program, allowing up to six paid days off annually in addition to regular leave entitlements. NASDAQ promotes continuous learning through access to online resources such as Udemy and offers internal mentorship programs to foster professional development. The company emphasizes work-life balance and strives to create a supportive, inclusive workplace culture where everyone can thrive and bring their authentic selves to work.

Equal Opportunity

NASDAQ is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from qualified candidates regardless of age, race, color, disability, national origin, ethnicity, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are dedicated to providing reasonable accommodations throughout the application and employment process to ensure all individuals have equal access to opportunities. NASDAQ values diversity and believes that a varied workforce enhances innovation and drives success.

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