Job Description:
About DWS:
At DWS, we’re capturing the opportunities of tomorrow. You can be part of a leading, client-committed, global Asset Manager, making an impact on individuals, communities, and the world.
Join us on our journey, and you can shape our transformation by working side by side with industry thought-leaders and gaining new and diverse perspectives. You can share ideas and be yourself, whilst driving innovative and sustainable solutions that influence markets and behaviours for the better.
Role Description
We are seeking a Technical Business Analyst & Automation Engineer to bridge business requirements and technology delivery in a complex Asset Management environment. The role combines deep business analysis expertise with handson technical skills in data analysis, automation, scripting, and system integration.
You will work closely with Front Office, Middle Office, Operations, and Technology teams to translate business and regulatory needs into scalable technical solutions, while actively contributing to automation, data validation, and integration activities.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and automate business and regulatory requirements by designing and delivering technical solutions across data, integration, and workflow layers
- Translate business needs into executable technical designs, SQL logic, automation scripts, and integration specifications
- Build and maintain automation solutions using Python and scripting to support data processing, validation, reconciliation, reporting, and operational workflows
- Develop and execute SQL and Oracle (PL/SQL) queries, procedures, and data transformations to support implementations and testing
- Actively support and validate system integrations (APIs, batch interfaces, messaging) using XML, JSON, and structured data formats
- Work hands‑on with development teams to implement solutions, not just define them, including configuration, data setup, and functional enablement
- Analyse existing systems and processes to identify automation opportunities and reduce manual effort
- Design, execute, and automate system and functional tests, supporting end‑to‑end testing and production readiness
- Support deployments, rollouts, and post‑go‑live stabilization, including issue analysis and resolution
- Collaborate closely with Front Office, Middle Office, Operations, and Technology teams to ensure solutions meet business needs and are operable at scale
Required Skills
- 10+ years of experience in technical business analysis, engineering, or similar hybrid roles, with 5+ years in Asset Management or Financial Services
- Strong understanding of trading, portfolio management, assets, and asset classes (fixed income and equities)
- Hands‑on experience with SQL, Oracle (PL/SQL), and complex data models
- Strong experience with Python and scripting for automation and data processing
- Experience implementing and supporting integrations, including APIs and batch interfaces (XML, JSON)
- Proven experience delivering working solutions, not just documentation
- Solid understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies, including testing and release processes
- Experience supporting regulatory or ESG‑related implementations (data, reporting, controls)
- Advanced proficiency in MS Excel (data analysis, validation), plus Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
- Strong communication skills with the ability to work effectively across business and technical teams
- Fluent in English (written and spoken); German is a plus
We at DWS are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace, one that embraces dialogue and diverse views, and treats everyone fairly to drive a high-performance culture. The value we create for our clients and investors is based on our ability to bring together various perspectives from all over the world and from different backgrounds. It is our experience that teams perform better and deliver improved outcomes when they are able to incorporate a wide range of perspectives. We call this #ConnectingTheDots.
Skills Required
- 10+ years of experience in technical business analysis, engineering, or similar hybrid roles
- 5+ years of experience in asset management or financial services
- Strong understanding of trading, portfolio management, assets, and fixed income and equity asset classes
- Hands-on experience with SQL, Oracle PL/SQL, and complex data models
- Strong experience with Python and scripting for automation and data processing
- Experience implementing and supporting API and batch integrations using XML and JSON
- Proven experience delivering working technical solutions, not only documentation
- Understanding of SDLC and Agile methodologies, testing, and release processes
- Experience supporting regulatory or ESG-related implementations involving data, reporting, or controls
- Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel for data analysis and validation
- Proficiency with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, and Visio
- Strong communication skills across business and technical teams
- Fluent written and spoken English
- German language proficiency
Deutsche Bank Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Deutsche Bank and has not been reviewed or approved by Deutsche Bank.
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage is positioned as comprehensive, spanning multiple medical plan options along with dental, vision, prescription coverage, life insurance, and disability protection.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Time away is described as generous, including annual leave, sick leave, public holidays, wellbeing leave, volunteering leave in some regions, and expanded bereavement leave in certain locations.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is presented as a matched savings plan (401(k)), reinforcing longer-term financial security as part of the rewards package.
Deutsche Bank Insights
What We Do
At Deutsche Bank, we give original thinkers the space and support they need to shine. Merging local knowledge with global vision, in-depth insight with industry-leading digital expertise, if you’re an innovator by nature, we can help you to unleash your potential. We see things differently at Deutsche Bank – and we’re proud of our fresh perspective. Today, we’re driving growth through our strong client franchise, investing heavily in digital technologies, prioritising long-term success over short term gains, and serving society with ambition and integrity. Wherever your interests lie – in investment banking, trading, private wealth, asset management, retail banking - or many of the infrastructure functions that support them – you’ll discover resources, training and opportunities designed to keep you ahead of the curve. Intelligence has no boundaries: we welcome high-achieving, talented individuals from any background. If you’re full of imagination, enjoy solving problems and respond positively to complex challenges, discover a career to look forward to and join us!
