Mark Germain
About Mark Germain
Mark Germain is a Senior Manager of Engineering at MATRIXX Software, where he has worked since 2022. With a background in finance and technology, he has held various roles in prominent financial institutions and co-founded a financial technology startup.
Work at MATRIXX Software
Mark Germain has been employed at MATRIXX Software since 2022, currently holding the position of Senior Manager, Engineering. His role involves overseeing engineering projects and teams, contributing to the development of innovative software solutions. Prior to this, he served as Manager, Engineering from 2020 to 2021, and as Senior Staff Engineer from 2016 to 2020. His tenure at MATRIXX Software spans a total of six years, during which he has played a significant role in advancing the company's engineering capabilities.
Education and Expertise
Mark Germain studied at the University of Oxford, where he focused on Elementary Particle Physics, earning a degree in Physics from 1982 to 1985. His educational background provides a strong foundation for his extensive experience in the financial industry, particularly in areas such as Front Office on Fixed Income derivatives, portfolio risk management systems, FX, and Credit derivatives. He has developed skills in financial modeling, regulatory approvals, and finance raising, which complement his technical expertise.
Background in Financial Technology
Mark Germain co-founded Bondcube, a financial technology startup, where he served as Chief Technology Officer (CTO). Under his leadership, Bondcube expanded to a team of 33 individuals and managed over 40 billion USD in Indications of Interest on its platform. His experience includes leading a cross-asset quant developer team in the financial sector, which provided him with insights into the integration of technology and finance.
Previous Work Experience
Mark Germain has a diverse work history in the financial sector. He worked as a Quant Developer at RBS from 2009 to 2012 and as an Independent Consultant at Barclays Capital from 2008 to 2009. His earlier roles include Technical Lead at Citi Bank from 2007 to 2008, Senior Analyst at HSBC from 2004 to 2007, and Software Engineer at IBM from 1985 to 1992. This extensive experience across various financial institutions has contributed to his comprehensive understanding of the industry.
Skills in Financial Management
Throughout his career, Mark Germain has developed a range of skills related to financial management. He has experience in planning for international tax and VAT during his time at Bondcube. Additionally, he has a proven track record in maintaining financial models and obtaining regulatory approvals, which are essential for the successful operation of financial technology ventures.