Technology Manager, Financial Systems and Services

Company Overview

Every firm has a culture – the values, beliefs, methodology, attitudes and standards that reflect an organization’s DNA. But the truly inspiring firms – the game-changers, the industry leaders and the disruptors – have cultures that propel them to innovate and stand out. At Brown Advisory, we aim to be one of those inspired firms. Over the years, we have purposefully built and nurtured our client-first culture.

Brown Advisory is an independent investment management and strategic advisory firm committed to delivering a combination of first-class performance, strategic advice and the highest level of client service. The firm’s clients—including individuals, families, family offices, endowments, foundations, charities, institutions, consultants, and financial intermediaries—are served by over 950 colleagues worldwide, all of whom are equity owners of the firm. 

Abu Dhabi | Austin | Baltimore | Boston | Delaware | Frankfurt | London | Nashville | New York | North Carolina | San Francisco | Singapore | Southern California | Tokyo | Virginia | Washington, D.C

Position Summary

The Technology Manager, Financial Systems & Services is a hands‑on leader responsible for supporting, enhancing, and optimizing enterprise systems across Wealth and Asset Management, Accounting & Finance, HR, and other core business units. The role combines technical depth with people leadership to align technology efforts with firm‑wide strategic objectives. Responsibilities span governance, planning, execution, and daily oversight of mission‑critical financial and operational platforms. The manager enables front‑office and back‑office functions including portfolio management, client advisory, trading, compliance, and reporting

The primary duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

• Align technology and business strategies to support financial and operational processes across wealth and asset management.

• Lead technical teams through system enhancements, integrations, testing, and production support.

• Oversee systems analysis, requirements definition, and day‑to‑day management of enterprise platforms.

• Drive design, planning, execution, and delivery of enhancements for portfolio management, client platforms, and advisory tools.

• Support and enhance enterprise systems in a highly regulated financial environment.

• Lead initiatives in emerging technologies (AI/ML, automation, predictive analytics).

• Manage technology roadmaps aligned with business transformation and innovation.

• Manage vendor relationships and partner integrations.

• Ensure compliance with financial and operational regulatory standards.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in IS, IT, Computer Science, or related field.

• 10+ years enterprise systems experience supporting financial systems and wealth management platforms.

• 5+ years direct supervisory experience managing technical teams.

• 5+ years experience in wealth or asset management environments.

• 3+ years system administration experience (environment management, releases, patching, regression testing).

• Experience translating business strategy into technology delivery roadmaps.

• Excellent communication, organizational, and team development skills.

• Ability to perform in a fast‑paced environment with multiple priorities.

• Ability to work in our Baltimore office three days a week.

Desired Qualifications

• Deep expertise in enterprise architecture and application development.

• Experience with portfolio management systems, client advisory tools, trading systems, and performance analytics.

• Knowledge of GL structure, portfolio accounting, financial reporting, and compliance requirements.

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS/Azure), microservices, and modern tech stacks.

• Proficiency in AI, machine learning, predictive analytics, robotic automation.

• Intermediate SQL knowledge and experience with data analysis.

• Experience with Agile methodologies and change‑management processes.

Technical and Business Level Competencies  

• Enterprise system architecture and integration

• Cloud technologies (Azure, AWS)

• Snowflake and/or Databricks

• API and middleware integrations

• System security, audit, and financial regulatory compliance (SOX, AML/KYC, SEC/FINRA)

• Wealth & asset management workflows

• Portfolio analytics, client reporting, financial planning processes

MD Salary: $135-$165. Commensurate with experience and location. Does not include bonus or long term incentive eligibility (if applicable).

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future employer-sponsored work authorization (e.g., H-1B , O-1, F-1 (OPT), TN, or any other non-immigrant visa classifications that require employer support or sponsorship).

Benefits

At Brown Advisory we offer a competitive compensation package, including full benefits.
•    Medical
•    Dental
•    Vision
•    Wellness program participation incentive
•    Financial wellness program
•    Fitness event fee reimbursement
•    Gym membership discounts
•    Colleague Assistance Program
•    Telemedicine Program (for those enrolled in Medical)
•    Adoption Benefits
•    Daycare late pick-up fee reimbursement
•    Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
•    Voluntary Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance
•    Short Term Disability
•    Paid parental leave
•    Group Long Term Disability
•    Pet Insurance
•    401(k) (50% employer match up to IRS limit, 4 year vesting)

Brown Advisory is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.