Sr. Software Development Engineer

Clearwater Analytics; Mumbai; On-site; INR 3,800,000 - 6,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Clearwater Analytics is seeking a Senior SDE to design and build scalable software in a distributed, event-driven FinTech environment. You will work across front-to-back teams to meet client needs and architecture goals.

Applicants should bring 7–10 years of hands-on development, strong Java skills, and cloud expertise (AWS/GCP/Azure) with real-time systems experience. Excellent communication is a must.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years hands-on software development experience, FinTech preferred.
• Strong coding and design skills with solid CS principles.
• Expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and distributed systems.
• Experience with real-time and event-driven architectures at scale.
• Proficient in Java and familiar with JMS/Kafka/MQ messaging.
• Excellent verbal and written communication abilities.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable software in a distributed architecture.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align engineering with business goals.
• Implement real-time and asynchronous systems using event-driven designs.
• Maintain operational excellence by following best practices.
• Present technical concepts and project updates to stakeholders.

Skills

Java

Messaging systems

Cloud platforms

Distributed architecture

Real-time systems

Communication skills

Job description

Job Title: Senior Software Development Engineer (Sr. SDE)

Location: Mumbai/Bangalore

About Us: At Clearwater Analytics, 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 Software Development Engineer who shares our passion for innovation and client commitment.

Role Overview: We are seeking a skilled Software Development Engineer with strong coding and design skills, as well as hands-on experience in cloud technologies and distributed architecture. This role focuses on delivering high-quality software solutions within the FinTech sector, particularly in the Front Office, OEMS, PMS, and Asset Management domains.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable, high-performance software solutions in a distributed architecture environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure engineering strategies align with business objectives and client needs.
• Implement real-time and asynchronous systems with a focus on event-driven architecture.
• Ensure operational excellence by adhering to best practices in software development and engineering.
• Present technical concepts and project updates clearly to stakeholders, fostering effective communication.

Requirements

• 7 - 10 years of hands-on experience in software development, ideally within the FinTech sector.
• Strong coding and design skills, with a solid understanding of software development principles.
• Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and distributed architecture.
• Experience with real-time systems, event-driven architecture, and engineering excellence in a large-scale environment.
• Proficiency in Java and familiarity with messaging systems (JMS/Kafka/MQ).
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience in the FinTech sector, particularly in Front Office, OEMS, PMS, and Asset Management at scale.
• Bonus: Experience with BigTech, Groovy, Bash, Python, and knowledge of GenAI/AI technologies.

Why Join Us?

This is an incredible opportunity to be part of a dynamic engineering team that is shaping the future of investment management technology. If you're ready to make a significant impact and advance your career,