Software Engineer

ICAP•New York, NY

2d•Onsite

About The Position

The Software Engineer plays a critical role in designing and delivering high-quality technical solutions for our fixed income trading system. This position requires strong technical expertise, leadership in engineering practices, and the ability to collaborate across teams. The role involves driving innovation, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring adherence to architectural standards and security requirements.

Requirements

Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
Proven experience with C/C++ programming languages.
Solid experience with developing applications on Unix/Linux.
Experience with relational databases (Oracle, PostgresSQL).
Experience with messaging technologies (e.g. Solace, Google Protocol Buffers).
Exposure to real-time event processing (e.g. Messaging, Signals, DB events).
Experience using feature and bug tracking tools (e.g. Jira).
Solid understanding of software design principles and secure coding practices.
Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively in Agile teams.
Excellent communication and attention to detail.

Nice To Haves

Experience with microservices architecture and serverless technologies.
Exposure to financial markets or trading systems.
Understanding of performance optimization and low-latency systems.
Knowledge of cloud platforms and containerization (e.g., AWS, Docker).
Experience working with modern AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Kiro, Amazon Q, or similar) to improve developer productivity.
Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and git-based source control.

Responsibilities

Design, develop, and maintain scalable software solutions aligned with technical strategy
Collaborate with architects and principal engineers to ensure best practices.
Own key features from design through delivery, ensuring timely and high-quality outcomes.
Mentor and support junior engineers, fostering technical excellence.
Partner with QA teams to ensure robust testing and quality assurance.
Implement and promote engineering best practices, including code reviews and CI/CD.
Engage in continuous improvement by experimenting with new technologies.
Communicate effectively on progress, risks, and impediments to stakeholders.
Contribute to architectural discussions and influence technical decisions.
Ensure compliance with security, risk management, and regulatory standards.