Mgr, Software Engineering (Wealth Team)

Apex Fintech Solutions•Austin, TX

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

Apex Fintech Solutions is seeking a Manager, Software Engineering to join our Wealth team. You will play a pivotal role in leading engineering teams and collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams and managers to deliver cutting edge projects that shape the future of our industry. This is not just a people management role; it's an opportunity to lead with vision, influence, and strategic thinking in a fast-paced environment. You will be at the forefront of our Agile development initiatives, ensuring that our solutions not only meet but exceeds our stakeholders' expectations. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to wear multiple hats from strategic planning and risk management to hands-on design, architecture and execution of software development initiatives, working with highly talented software engineers, empowering you to make a significant impact on our delivery outcomes and company growth. Your leadership will inspire teams, foster collaboration and drive innovation, creating a culture of excellence that echoes thought-out the organization. We are building the next generation of wealth technology on Google Cloud. Our platform is moving to a cloud native, multitenant architecture that lets any firm, from a startup to a global bank, launch and scale digital investing experiences on our rails. AI is central to how we will get there. Not as hype, but as engineering leverage. We are building systems that use AI to validate architecture, enforce compliance, detect drift, and accelerate every phase of development, all with the guardrails and governance that financial services demand. The person in this role will shape both: the platform that serves millions of investors, and the engineering practices that make our teams faster, safer, and more effective. This is not a role where you maintain what exists. This is a role where you build what comes next.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline (or equivalent work experience) required
8+ years work prior experience in software development
2+ years leading engineering teams
Proven experience in Agile Development methodologies (Scrum, Kanban, etc) and project management tools (e.g. Jira, Confluence)
Proficient in managing version control systems, preferably Git
Advanced knowledge of software testing and automation tools
Strong foundational understanding of software development best practices
Ability to adapt quickly to new technologies and lead teams in learning and implementing these technologies
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously while maintaining attention to details
Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to think strategically about technology-driven solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills with the ability to convey concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Proficiency in cloud-based (GCP) backend systems and micro-service architecture to ensure scalability and reliability
Solid understanding of DevOps principles with hands-on experience in CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation
Understanding of security best practices for APIs, backend systems, and infrastructure

Nice To Haves

Experience in financial services or a similar heavily regulated industry is preferred
Familiarity with financial systems, trading and accounting concepts, and compliance within regulated environments to build high-quality and secure solutions highly desired

Responsibilities

Lead a team of developers in building high-quality, scalable, and resilient distributed systems
Foster an environment of rapid learning and adaptation to new technologies, tools, and frameworks
Oversee the design, implementation, and management
Maintain high standards in version control using Git and ensure robust test automation practices are in place
Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure the integration and deployment of best-in-class financial services solutions
Drive the development and maintenance of RESTful services, microservices, and service-oriented architectures
Facilitate the continuous integration and delivery pipelines for seamless deployment and scalability
Manage and mentor engineering teams, encouraging continuous improvement and professional growth
Travel occasionally to meet with engineering teams, stakeholders, and to stay aligned with industry advancements