Software Engineer

About the Role:

The team: Our team consists of 8-10 engineers and is responsible for an application for delivery of optimization services for large financial institutions. We leverage modern technologies like Python, Kotlin, React, and Typescript to build a scalable and robust platform. We value working with passionate, talented and nice people who have fun together, while pushing ourselves and our systems to improve continuously. Our architecture is clean and modern and based upon patterns like automated testing, modulation, clear boundaries and clear responsibilities, and we believe in continuous and iterative delivery, fail fast, prototyping and continuous feedback from internal and external clients.

The impact: OSTTRA is a FinTech company at the heart of the global financial system, dedicated to building the future of post-trade. We keep our eyes on the horizon, always on the lookout for new possibilities and opportunities while staying with our feet on the ground, making sure we deliver rock solid services that our clients rely on for their daily business and success. Our optimisation services create distinct positive impacts to client portfolio risk profiles and operational costs. When our services execute, global metrics of systemic risks in the financial markets improve significantly. Long-term value to the client is the most important goal of our team, and your contribution in the form of delivery, improvements and innovations can have a significant impact on the financial system.

What’s in it for you: We strongly believe in individual growth and have long experience in guiding early careers engineers in our modern approach to software production, which includes:
● Rapid, iterative and phased delivery, backed by automated testing and deployment frameworks.
● Streamlined, autonomous and independent teams, optimised and supported for fast change.
● Clean architecture for maintainable, scalable, and flexible code, aligned with the team structures and with clear boundaries and responsibilities.
● Innovative culture with strong focus on exploration and prototyping, where failing fast is a virtue which drives technological and product improvements.

Software Engineer Position Profile

We are seeking a passionate and talented individual to join our innovative and forward-thinking team as a Software Engineer. Our company is at the forefront of rapid, iterative, and phased delivery, backed by cutting-edge automated testing and deployment frameworks. We believe in streamlined, autonomous, and independent teams that are optimised and supported for swift adaptability. Our commitment to clean architecture ensures maintainable, scalable, and flexible code, aligned with team structures and defined responsibilities.

We leverage a modern tech stack that includes Python, Django, and Kotlin for our backend services, React and Typescript for our frontend development, and MySQL as our database.
We also utilize a range of supporting technologies such as Redis, Cassandra, ZooKeeper, and RabbitMQ. Our infrastructure is built on open-source foundations, with Linux, Docker, and Kubernetes enabling us to deploy and manage our services efficiently in a cloud environment.

Role Overview:

As a Software Engineer, you will contribute to the success of our projects using your focus, talent, passion, and grit. We are looking for candidates who hold a Master's degree in Computer Science or have equivalent education or background, and have 0-5 years of relevant work experience. We foster an innovative culture that places a strong emphasis on exploration and prototyping. Here, failing fast is seen as a virtue, propelling technological and product improvements.

Key Responsibilities:

● Collaborate with cross-functional, autonomous teams for rapid and phased delivery.
● Uphold clean architecture principles to ensure code maintainability, scalability, and flexibility.
● Contribute to an innovative culture through exploration, prototyping, and a willingness to take calculated risks.
● Engage in continuous learning to stay abreast of the latest technologies and industry best practices.

Qualifications:

● Master's degree in Computer Science or equivalent background.
● 0-5 years of relevant experience.
● Strong problem-solving skills and a passion for learning.
● Demonstrated ability to work effectively in an autonomous and collaborative environment.
● Excellent communication skills and the ability to contribute ideas to a diverse team.

If you are a tech enthusiast with a thirst for innovation and a desire to contribute to an exciting and fast-paced environment, we invite you to apply for this position. Join us as we redefine the boundaries of technology and drive impactful change in the industry.

About OSTTRA
Candidates should note that OSTTRA is an independent firm, jointly owned by S&P Global and CME Group. As part of the joint venture, S&P Global provides recruitment services to OSTTRA - however, successful candidates will be interviewed and directly employed by OSTTRA, joining our global team of more than 1,200 post trade experts.

OSTTRA was formed in 2021 through the combination of four businesses that have been at the heart of post trade evolution and innovation for the last 20+ years: MarkitServ, Traiana, TriOptima and Reset. OSTTRA is a joint venture, owned 50/50 by S&P Global and CME Group.

 With an outstanding track record of developing and supporting critical market infrastructure, our combined network connects thousands of market participants to streamline end to end workflows - from trade capture at the point of execution, through portfolio optimization, to clearing and settlement.

Joining the OSTTRA team is a unique opportunity to help build a bold new business with an outstanding heritage in financial technology, playing a central role in supporting global financial markets. 
Learn more at www.osttra.com.

What’s In It For You?

Benefits:

We take care of you, so you can take care of business. We care about our people. That’s why we provide everything you—and your career—need to thrive at S&P Global.
Our benefits include: 

• Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.

• Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.

• Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.

• Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.

• Family Friendly Perks: It’s not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.

• Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards—small perks can make a big difference.

For more information on benefits by country visit: https://spgbenefits.com/benefit-summaries

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