Clearwater Analytics

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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 worlds 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 youre 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 youre ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, apply now!