Lead Software Engineer

Who you are

• 5+ years of software engineering experience required
• Strong unit testing experience
• Strong javascript development experience
• Excellent problem-solving and execution skills
• Strong code review skills
• Mentor others on the team when needed
• Willing to work a hybrid
• Knowledge of the financial trading ecosystem
• Full-stack engineering experience
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science or relevant

What the job involves

• We are seeking a talented and experienced Lead Software Engineer to join our engineering team
• In this role, you will help design and develop financial trading applications. You will be part of a passionate team working on mission-critical systems, leveraging object-oriented programming, primarily in Java, to build scalable, robust trading applications
• Design, develop, and maintain high-performance Order Management System (OMS) features across both backend (Java) and frontend components
• Collaborate with product managers and other engineers to translate requirements into effective technical solutions
• Participate in code reviews, mentor junior engineers, and uphold high standards for code quality, usability, and performance
• Optimize application performance for both backend processes and frontend user experience, focusing on scalability and low latency
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues spanning both frontend and backend systems within a fast-paced financial trading environment
• Contribute to feature planning, architectural discussions, and technical documentation

Benefits

• Generous PTO for personal, vacation, parental and medical leave
• Comprehensive health coverage for employees and their families, at little or no cost to employees
• Wellness discounts across gyms and other facilities
• Free working lunch in the office Monday through Friday
• A social community involved in sports, charities, and in-office events
• Certification reimbursement for eligible expenses related to the CFA, IPM, CAIA, and FRM exams