Principal Software Development Engineer

20 years

9 - 10 Lacs

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Job Type

Part Time

Job Description

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 looking for 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 OMES, 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, 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, asynchronous processing, event-driven architectures, 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 on 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 own 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 employee stock purchase plan and 401k with match
  • Work from anywhere 3 weeks out of the year
  • Work from home Fridays

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