WHO WE ARE
Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers.
Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. We are based in Dallas, TX and also have offices in Austin, New York, Chicago, Portland, Belfast, and Manila.
If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you.
AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:
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2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards
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2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company
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2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Data Engineer at Apex Fintech Solutions will deliver cutting-edge data products to our correspondents and customers. By collaborating with the product manager and the broader team, the role is pivotal in creating, operating, and maintaining products aligned with our mission to enhance financial services through technology. This position plays a critical role in bridging the intricate world of data with strategic business objectives, empowering dynamic fintech initiatives, and driving industry transformation through innovative data solutions.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Design, build, and optimize robust and scalable data pipelines capable of handling vast data volumes.
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Develop and maintain data products that provide customers with critical insights for data consumption and analysis.
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Collaborate with stakeholders to ascertain data requirements and implement analytics systems.
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Enhance data quality and reliability using modern data management techniques and technologies.
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Develop and sustain real-time database systems and data warehousing solutions tailored to business needs.
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Drive continuous improvement by optimizing systems to minimize downtime and enhance data processing efficiency.
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Document all data architecture processes and systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and company policies.
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Support data product operations across environments during business hours.
Required Skills/Abilities:
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Exceptional analytical skills with expertise in handling and interpreting large datasets accurately and efficiently.
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Strong collaborative skills, demonstrating a positive attitude and the ability to work seamlessly within a diverse team.
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Excellent communication skills, capable of engaging with stakeholders at all organizational levels to convey technical concepts clearly.
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Solid understanding of ETL processes and the development of microservices architecture, with a proficiency in Python for cloud environments.
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Proven experience in infrastructure management, employing modern Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices, cloud deployments, and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD) methodologies.
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Expertise in cloud data technologies and platforms, with hands-on experience working with tools and services such as data warehousing, workflow automation, monitoring solutions, and transformation frameworks.
Education and/or Experience:
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Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field or work experience equivalent.
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Minimum of 2 years of experience in data engineering, demonstrating expertise in data management systems.
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Experience in the financial services industry is preferred but not required.
Work Environment:
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The position operates in a modern hybrid office environment.
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Collaborative team settings with open communication across various departments.
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A fast-paced atmosphere that values creativity, innovation, and results, with a strong emphasis on data-driven decision-making.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
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Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Our Rewards
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS, we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.
EEO Statement
Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.
Disability Statement
Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.
Top Skills
What the Team is Saying
What We Do
Apex is a market-leading, technologically independent software company that provides safe, frictionless digital execution, clearing, and storage for the global universe of investable assets. What drives us is creating independence that produces ownership of the data that is used to build community, increase financial literacy, and eliminate barriers to economic opportunities for the next generation of digital wealth creation.
To do this, our team members live above just doing a job and are those who are building careers. We don’t merely complete tasks at Apex; we have a purpose to be realized. Our colleagues champion why we do what we do.
We each strive to change the world and widen our impact with the breadth and depth of our client base and end investors.
Why Work With Us
We are bold enough to do what needs to be done. Savvy enough to know what that is. Kind and candid enough to tell it like it is every step of the way. We are compelling in our own right but devoted to joint success. We watch our backs. We scout the way ahead. We put ourselves, our team, and our clients in a position to soar.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
