MT5 & Trading Operations Specialist
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We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled MT5 & Trading Operations Specialist to manage and optimize trading platform operations.
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Overview
We are seeking a detail-oriented and technically skilled MT5 & Trading Operations Specialist to manage and optimize trading platform operations.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for MT5 administration, liquidity bridge integrations, FIX connectivity, and ensuring seamless trade execution across systems while collaborating with Operations, IT, and Risk teams.
1. MT5 Platform Management
Manage daily operations of the MT5 Admin platform to ensure stable and efficient trading performance.
Create and maintain client groups, commission structures, and markups.
Configure and manage symbol settings, price feeds, and historical market data.
Establish routing rules and optimize gateway parameters for accurate trade flow.
Monitor platform performance, client connections, and server load; scale infrastructure when required.
Manage trading calendars, including holidays and daylight saving time (DST) updates.
2. Liquidity Bridge & Integration
Manage and maintain trading bridges such as Centroid, PrimeXM, oneZero, FXCubic, and Gold-i.
Integrate new liquidity providers (LPs) and configure liquidity models.
Set up markups, execution models (A-book/B-book), and price feeds.
Ensure accurate symbol mapping between MT5, bridges, and liquidity providers.
Configure synthetic symbols and maintain pricing formulas.
3. FIX API & Connectivity
Set up and support FIX API connections, including client onboarding, testing, and troubleshooting.
Create and manage FIX sessions and perform tag-level analysis for issue resolution.
Maintain and monitor FIX connectivity to ensure uninterrupted trading operations.
4. System Monitoring & Support
Monitor trading servers, perform upgrades, failovers, and routine health checks.
Troubleshoot platform issues related to pricing, execution, and connectivity.
Act as the first point of contact for liquidity provider and system-related issues.
Coordinate with hosting providers for IP whitelisting and infrastructure support.
Manage and resolve system tickets escalated by internal teams.
5. Cross-Functional Coordination
Collaborate with Operations, IT, and Risk teams to ensure system alignment and efficiency.
Support Risk team requirements by synchronizing systems when introducing new symbols or groups.
Ensure smooth communication between internal teams and external vendors.
Monitor system performance and provide actionable recommendations for optimization.
Required Skills & Qualifications
- Minimum 7 years of hands-on experience in MT4/MT5 administration and trading operations.
- Proven experience with MT4/MT5 administration.
- Hands-on experience with liquidity bridges such as Centroid, PrimeXM, oneZero, FXCubic, or Gold-i.
- Strong knowledge of FIX protocol and trading system integrations.
- Understanding of A-book/B-book execution models.
- Experience in managing trading servers and infrastructure.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Familiarity with reporting tools such as Power BI is an advantage.
Peferred Attributes
- High attention to detail and ability to manage multiple systems simultaneously.
- Strong communication and coordination skills.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced trading environment.
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