Staff Software Development Engineer - Front Office Expertise

Job Title: Staff Software Development Engineer (Stf. SDE)

Location: New York, NY

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 Staff Software Development Engineer who shares our passion for innovation and client commitment.

Role Overview: We are looking for a highly skilled Staff Software Development Engineer with over 15 years of total experience, including 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:

• Design and develop scalable, high-performance software solutions in a distributed architecture environment.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that engineering strategies align with business objectives and customer 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:

• 15+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, with a focus on architecture and coding in the FinTech sector (strong Front Office experience preferred).

• Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and distributed architectures.

• Experience with real-time systems, event-driven architecture, and engineering excellence in a large-scale environment.

• Proficiency in Java, Python, and familiarity with messaging systems (JMS/Kafka/MQ) and financial protocols (FIX, SWIFT).

• Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in both FinTech and BigTech environments, with a strong understanding of investment management at scale.

• 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!