Backend Software Engineer - Associate / Assistant Vice President

iCapital, Inc.; Salt Lake City (UT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

Retirement plan

Parental leave

Unlimited PTO

Remote Fridays

Job summary

iCapital is hiring a Backend Engineer Associate or AVP to join the Software Engineering team. This role designs and implements systems powering the iCapital platform on a micro-services architecture with services built in Scala, Ruby, and Python.

You will collaborate with Product Management throughout the SDLC. Responsibilities include building cloud-native services with Scala, working with partners to meet client needs, participating in peer code reviews, and taking ownership of projects.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cloud-based application development.
• Experience in Scala, Node.js or Java is a plus.
• Demonstrated understanding of relational or NoSQL database concepts and modeling practices.
• Excellent communication and collaborative software development skills.
• Ability to work independently or in a team and strong problem-solving.

Responsibilities

• Build cloud native services using Scala, also using open-source frameworks (i.e. Akka and ZIO).
• Work with internal technical partners to create a product offering that meets the needs of our clients.
• Assist platform and system demonstrations for new prospects and work collaboratively with internal and external cross-functional teams platform onboarding and ongoing client development.
• Maintain synchronization across various industry groups to deliver a robust platform solution that addresses key stakeholders’ needs.
• Take ownership of projects.
• Participate in Peer Code Reviews as part of our standard SDLC and Change Management Process.

Skills

Cloud-based development

Independence

Teamwork

Communication

Analytical skills

Problem solving

Tools

Scala

Node.js

Java

Akka

NoSQL databases

Job description

About the Role

iCapital is looking to hire a Backend Engineer Associate or Assistant Vice President to join the Software Engineering team. This individual will play an integral role in designing and implementing systems that power the iCapital platform. This role will work closely with the Product Management team throughout the software development process. The platform sits on top of a micro‑services architecture with services built in Scala, Ruby, and Python. This person will have the opportunity to develop knowledge with new tools and technologies with support from management and mentors.

Responsibilities

• Build cloud native services using Scala, also using open‑source frameworks (i.e. Akka and ZIO).
• Work with internal technical partners to create a product offering that meets the needs of our clients.
• Assist platform and system demonstrations for new prospects and work collaboratively with internal and external cross‑functional teams platform onboarding and ongoing client development.
• Maintain synchronization across various industry groups to deliver a robust platform solution that addresses key stakeholders’ needs.
• Take ownership of projects.
• Participate in Peer Code Reviews as part of our standard SDLC and Change Management Process.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of cloud‑based application development
• Experience in Scala, Node.js or Java is a plus
• Demonstrated understanding of relational or NoSQL database concepts and modeling practices
• Passion for actively learning new technologies
• Able to work independently or as part of a group effort, as required
• Solid problem‑solving abilities
• Excellent communication skills
• Collaborative approach to software development
• Proven analytical skills, problem solving ability, and attention to detail

Benefits

The base salary range for this role is $110,000 to $140,000. iCapital offers a compensation package which includes salary, equity for all full‑time employees, and an annual performance bonus. Employees also receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes an employer‑matched retirement plan, generously subsidized healthcare with 100% employer paid dental, vision, telemedicine, and virtual mental health counseling, parental leave, and unlimited paid time off (PTO).

We believe the best ideas and innovation happen when we are together. Employees in this role will work in the office Monday‑Thursday, with the flexibility to work remotely on Friday.

iCapital is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.