Associate, Software Engineer

Cerberus Capital Management; New York (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Cerberus Capital Management seeks a hands-on Full Stack Software Engineer with a security-first mindset to lead back-end and front-end development for mid-office products. You will build scalable solutions, implement secure APIs, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into functional software.

The role requires expertise in React/TypeScript, Node.js, cloud deployment on Azure, and a focus on security remediation.

Qualifications

• Articulate communicator with creative problem-solving
• Full-stack experience in API and web app development
• Hands-on security remediation using AI
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems and clean architecture
• Familiarity with Generative AI and AI tools in SDLC
• Experience designing systems on Azure and SQL
• Ability to lead projects end-to-end with accountability
• Ability to work independently and in cross-functional teams

Responsibilities

• Design and build full-stack applications using React (TypeScript) for front-end and Node.js for back-end services
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs; integrate with internal and external systems
• Implement distributed systems and clean design principles for scalable, high-performance applications
• Deploy and manage cloud-based solutions on Azure with security and reliability best practices
• Engage in security remediation activities, fixing findings from security scans
• Write clean, maintainable code and perform code reviews
• Leverage AI tooling for SDLC automation (story creation, code generation, tests)
• Monitor and optimize application performance across the full stack
• Perform production support and resolve issues creatively
• Work with SQL to design efficient queries and manage large datasets
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build/test/deploy
• Engage with stakeholders to align technology with business goals
• Mentor junior developers and drive process improvements
• Clearly articulate concepts to technical and non-technical audiences

Skills

API & Web Apps

Security remediation

Distributed systems

Generative AI in SDLC

Azure & SQL

Leadership

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

Azure DevOps

Job description

Founded in 1992, Cerberus is a global leader in alternative investing with approximately $70 billion in assets across complementary credit, private equity, and real estate strategies. We invest across the capital structure where our integrated investment platforms and proprietary operating capabilities create an edge to improve performance and drive long-term value. Our tenured teams have experience working collaboratively across asset classes, sectors, and geographies to seek strong risk-adjusted returns for our investors. For more information about our people and platforms, visit us at www.cerberus.com.

Job Purpose:

We are seeking a Full Stack Hands-on Software Engineer with security-first mindset, strong product ownership, and technical expertise. The ideal candidate will lead development for back-end middle-office products, collaborate closely with business stakeholders, and deliver secure, scalable, high-quality solutions. This role requires both technical depth and the ability to translate business needs into functional products.

Responsibilities:

• Design and build full-stack applications using React (TypeScript) for front-end and Node.js for back-end services
• Develop and maintain RESTful APIs; integrate with internal and external systems
• Implement distributed systems and clean design principles for scalable, high-performance applications
• Deploy and manage cloud-based solutions on Azure (or other cloud platforms) with best practices for security and reliability
• Engage in security remediation activities, primarily focused on fixing findings from security vulnerability scans across business applications
• Write clean, maintainable code following SDLC standards; perform code reviews and enforce best practices
• Leverage AI tooling for SDLC automation, including but not limited to story creation and refinement, code generation, unit test development, and other repeatable operational activities
• Monitor and optimize application performance across the full stack
• Perform production support activities, applying creative thinking to effectively investigate and resolve production issues
• Work with SQL and related technologies to design efficient queries and manage large datasets
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines for automated build, test, and deployment processes
• Engage with business analysts, stakeholders, and vendors to capture requirements and align technology with business goals
• Mentor junior developers, ensure timely delivery, and drive continuous improvement in development processes
• Clearly articulate concepts, designs, and strategies to technical and non-technical audiences.

Qualifications:

• Articulate communicator who brings creativity to complex problem-solving skills
• Proven full-stack experience in API and web application development
• Hands-on experience identifying and addressing security vulnerabilities leveraging AI
• Strong knowledge of distributed systems and clean architecture principles
• Familiarity with Generative AI and passion for leveraging AI tools in SDLC
• Experience designing systems, Azure (or other cloud providers), and SQL
• Demonstrated ability to lead projects end-to-end with accountability for quality
• Ability to work independently and within cross-functional teams.
• Required experience in production support activities, including the ability to think creatively and effectively resolve production issues

Preferred:

• Experience with Agile methodologies
• Proficiency in Python; C# experience is a plus.
• Applied AI experience in engineering workflows or business-facing solutions

Compensation:

The base salary for this position is expected to be between $135,000.00 and $150,000.00. The base salary offered to the chosen candidate will be commensurate with a candidate’s relevant experience and other qualifications for the position, as determined by the Company in its sole discretion. In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for an annual discretionary bonus [which is often a meaningful portion of the compensation package], and a robust benefits package.