Financial Software Engineer (The FinTech Code Maestro)

Unreal Gigs - New York, NY

Full-time - Mid Level

Remote - New York, NY

About the position

The Financial Software Engineer, also known as The FinTech Code Maestro, is responsible for developing robust and scalable financial software solutions that power various fintech applications. This role involves collaborating with product managers, security specialists, and data engineers to create secure and efficient financial systems that handle high transaction volumes, ensuring compliance with regulatory standards while optimizing performance and scalability.

Responsibilities

• Develop secure, scalable, and high-performance software systems for financial applications such as payment gateways, trading platforms, or mobile banking solutions.
• Build and maintain APIs for financial transactions, payments, and data integration.
• Implement advanced security measures, including encryption, tokenization, and secure data transmission, ensuring compliance with regulatory frameworks.
• Focus on optimizing system performance and scalability to handle millions of transactions with low latency.
• Work on blockchain integration and cryptocurrency solutions, exploring decentralized finance (DeFi) applications.
• Collaborate with data engineers and analysts to ensure accurate reporting and financial analytics.
• Conduct thorough testing, including unit tests, integration tests, and security audits, to ensure reliability of financial systems.

Requirements

• Extensive experience in developing financial applications, including payment systems, trading platforms, digital wallets, or banking software.
• Proficiency in designing and integrating APIs for payments, transactions, and financial data.
• Deep understanding of financial regulations (PCI-DSS, AML, KYC, GDPR) and experience embedding security into financial software development.
• Experience with relational and NoSQL databases, including performance optimization for large datasets.
• Strong collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with blockchain and cryptocurrency integration in financial applications.
• Certifications such as Certified Software Development Professional (CSDP) or related fintech certifications.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans with low co-pays and premiums.
• Competitive vacation, sick leave, and 20 paid holidays per year.
• Flexible work schedules and telecommuting options.
• Opportunities for training, certification reimbursement, and career advancement programs.
• Access to wellness programs, including gym memberships, health screenings, and mental health resources.
• Life insurance and short-term/long-term disability coverage.
• Confidential counseling and support services for personal and professional challenges.
• Financial assistance for continuing education and professional development.
• Opportunities to participate in community service and volunteer activities.
• Employee recognition programs to celebrate achievements and milestones.