Principal Software Development Engineer- Front Office Expertise
Job Title: Principal Software Development Engineer
Location: Chicago, IL / New York, NY
About Us: At Clearwater Analytics (CWAN), 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 Principal SDE who is passionate about innovation and client commitment.
Role Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Software Engineer with over 20 years of hands-on experience in Front-Office architecture and coding. This role requires deep technical expertise in cloud technologies and distributed architecture, with a strong commitment to engineering and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance software solutions in the investment management domain, specifically in OEMS, PMS, and Asset Management.
• Drive technical innovation by integrating emerging technologies and best practices into engineering processes.
• Mentor and guide engineering teams in developing high-quality software solutions, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align engineering strategies with business objectives and customer needs.
• Manage large-scale projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to best practices in coding and architecture.
• Present technical concepts and engineering roadmaps to executive leadership, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals.
Requirements:
• 20+ years of hands-on engineering experience.
• At least 5 years in leadership role within FinTech sector (strong Front Office experience preferred).
• 10+ years professional experience programming in Java.
• Experience with real-time systems, asynchronous processing, event-driven architectures.
• Expertise with cloud platforms (AWS preferred) and distributed architectures.
• Proven track record of engineering excellence in large-scale environments.
• Knowledge of service orchestration and containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with messaging systems (at least one of JMS, Kafka, or MQ)
• Proficient in articulating complex technical designs in a clear and understandable manner.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Desired Qualifications:
• Familiarity with investment workflows and financial services, specifically within portfolio management.
• Strong Understanding of relational databases (SQL) and ORMs.
• Direct experience working on or with Order Management (OMS), Execution Management (EMS), or Portfolio Management) PMS platforms
• Familiarity with GenAI/AI technologies and their applications within the financial services industry.
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 lead a passionate engineering team that is shaping the future of investment management technology. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, apply now!
This is an incredible opportunity to lead a passionate engineering team that is shaping the future of investment management technology. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, apply now!
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Enfusion, a Clearwater Analytics company (NYSE: CWAN), helps investment managers solve their most pressing challenges by approaching innovation from a fundamentally different perspective. Our cloud-native, multi-tenant architecture powers continuous innovation, non-disruptive upgrades, and unmatched speed to market for institutional investors. We empower them to see clearly—so they can act with confidence.
From hedge funds to asset managers, we support firms in streamlining operations and scaling efficiently, so they can remain focused on performance and strategy. Our global team supports over 14,500 investment managers across nine global offices on four continents.
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Enfusion is your opportunity to pursue your passion, showcase and further develop your skills, and launch a meaningful and rewarding career. Our environment is collaborative and entrepreneurial. We’re self-starters who work together to solve challenges and propel our mission forward. Enfusion is where your future meets the future of finance.
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