About Us: At Clearwater Analytics, we are on a mission to become the world's most trusted and comprehensive technology platform for investment management, reporting, accounting, and analytics. We partner with sophisticated institutional investors worldwide and are seeking a Software Development Engineer who shares our passion for innovation and client commitment.
Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer with strong coding and design skills, as well as hands-on experience in cloud technologies and distributed architecture. This role focuses on delivering high-quality software solutions within the FinTech sector, particularly in the Front Office, OEMS, PMS, and Asset Management domains.
Key Responsibilities:
Design and develop scalable, high-performance software solutions in a distributed architecture environment.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure engineering strategies align with business objectives and client needs.
Implement real-time and asynchronous systems with a focus on event-driven architecture.
Ensure operational excellence by adhering to best practices in software development and engineering.
Present technical concepts and project updates clearly to stakeholders, fostering effective communication.
Requirements:
7+ years of hands-on experience in software development, ideally within the FinTech sector.
Strong coding and design skills, with a solid understanding of software development principles.
Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and distributed architecture.
Experience with real-time systems, event-driven architecture, and engineering excellence in a large-scale environment.
Proficiency in Java and familiarity with messaging systems (JMS/Kafka/MQ).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Desired Qualifications:
Experience in the FinTech sector, particularly in Front Office, OEMS, PMS, and Asset Management at scale.
Bonus: Experience with BigTech, Groovy, Bash, Python, and knowledge of GenAI/AI technologies.
What we offer:
Business casual atmosphere in a flexible working environment
Team-focused culture that promotes innovation and ownership
Access cutting-edge investment reporting technology and expertise
Defined and undefined career pathways, allowing you to grow your way
Competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits
Maternity and paternity leave
Personal Time Off and Volunteer Time Off to give back to the community
RSUs, as well as an employee stock purchase plan and a 401 (k) with a match
Work from anywhere 3 weeks out of the year
Work from home Fridays
Why Join Us? This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a dynamic engineering team that is shaping the future of investment management technology. If you're ready to make a significant impact and advance your career, apply now!
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CWAN Chicago, Illinois, USA Office
Located in the heart of the Loop in Downtown Chicago. The office is easy to get to with various train and bus stops nearby.
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