Staff Software Engineer, Backend

AssetMark

Austin (TX)

On-site

USD 180,000 - 220,000

Full time

14 days+
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Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off
401K – 6% Employer Match
Medical, Dental, Vision
Fitness Reimbursement
Hybrid Work Schedule

Job summary

Dormont Manufacturing Co is seeking a Director of Backend Engineering in Austin, TX. This key role emphasizes hands-on development and mentoring junior developers while leading technical initiatives.

The ideal candidate possesses extensive backend development expertise with strong leadership and architectural skills. We offer a flexible work environment, competitive salary, and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

  • 8–12+ years of software engineering experience.
  • Demonstrated experience in complex software solutions.
  • Self-starter who initiates product design.

Responsibilities

  • Design, build, and maintain backend systems, APIs, and services.
  • Guide design decisions and set engineering standards.
  • Mentor junior developers and support their growth.
  • Contribute to scalable system architecture.
  • Lead code reviews and promote best practices.
  • Analyze technical challenges and implement solutions.

Skills

Backend development expertise
Software architecture
Spring and Hibernate
SAML and OpenID implementation
MySQL or RDBMS experience
Agile development process
Mentorship capabilities

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science

Job description

Job Description:

Voyant is seeking a hands-on Director of Backend Engineering to play a key role in building and evolving our core server platform. This is a highly technical role for a player-coach who will contribute directly to the codebase while serving as the go-to technical leader and mentor for the team.

You will partner closely with product and engineering leadership to design and deliver scalable, secure backend systems, while helping guide technical decisions and elevate engineering quality across the team.

Location: Austin, TX (onsite)

Primary Responsibilities:

  • Hands-On Development – Design, build, and maintain backend systems, APIs, and services. Write high-quality, efficient, and maintainable code.
  • Technical Leadership – Serve as the go-to technical leader for the team, guiding design decisions and setting engineering standards.
  • Mentorship – Mentor and support junior developers, providing guidance, feedback, and technical coaching.
  • Architecture & Design – Contribute to and help shape scalable, secure, and maintainable system architecture.
  • Code Quality – Lead code reviews and promote best practices across the codebase.
  • Problem Solving – Analyze complex technical challenges and implement effective solutions.
  • Collaboration – Partner closely with product, design, and other engineers to deliver features and improvements.
  • Security & Reliability – Ensure systems meet high standards for security, performance, and reliability.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

  • Demonstrated extensive experience in designing, developing, and maintaining complex software solutions.
  • Strong understanding of software architecture, design patterns, and best practices.
  • Expertise with Spring and Hibernate.
  • Experience implementing SSO solutions such as SAML and OpenID.
  • MySQL or other RDBMS.
  • Self-starter who takes initiative and helps to define the product design.
  • Comfortable working in an agile development process.
  • Must like dogs (they are in the office, everyday).

Education & Experience:

  • Bachelor’s or master’s degree in computer science, or equivalent field.
  • 8–12+ years of software engineering experience, with strong backend development expertise.

W hat we offer:

  • A fun and relaxed environment.
  • Small but profitable and stable company.
  • Opportunity to learn about the financial services industry in the US, UK, Canada, Ireland and Australia.
  • Highly competitive salary.
  • Flexible Time Off.
  • Always stocked Kitchen full of drinks and snacks!

Compensation: The Base Salary range for this position is between $180,000-$220,000.

This information reflects a base salary range that AssetMark reasonably expects to pay for the position based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and actual work location. This position will also be eligible for additional variable incentive compensation and competitive benefits.

Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US to be considered. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.

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Who We Are & What We Offer:

We are AssetMark,a company on the move, shaping the future of financial services. Growth is in our DNA. Every day, we combine technology, insight, and collaboration to create new possibilities for advisors,forour peopleandforourinvestors.At AssetMarkyour ideas matter;they’reheard, valued, and drive meaningful change. Join a team that sets new standards and creates space for you to thrive and do your best work.

Our Mission

Our mission is simple: to help our 10,500+ financial advisors make a meaningful difference in their clients’ lives. We do this by combining powerful technology, holistic support, and expert consulting to help advisors run stronger, more efficient businesses. Backed by a comprehensive suite of investment solutions and a trust company that boasts of $150B+ AUM, our platform empowers advisors to deliver exceptional service and an outstanding client experience.

Our Values

Heart. Client Success. Integrity. Respect.Excellence. Our values are how we show up every day.

We believe in:

  • Leading with Heart, in truly making a difference in the lives of others: teammates, clients, investors and communities.

  • Obsessing over Client Success, bringing a relentless focus on what matters to clients that sets us apart and creates loyal, lasting relationships.

  • Unyielding Integrity, doingwhat’sright, always. Even whenit’shard.

  • Collective Respect, in being authentic,inclusiveand valuing all voices while winning together.

  • Operatingwith Excellence, in learning fast, continuously improving,innovatingand collaborating to find new and better solutions.

These values shape our culture, guide our decisions, and define what it means to be part of the AssetMark family.

Our Culture & Benefits

Our culture brings our mission and values to life. Here, we dowhat’sright, embrace diverse ideas, and innovate together. We also offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your family—because thriving at work starts with thriving in life.

  • Flex Time or Paid Time Off and Sick Time Off

  • 401K – 6% Employer Match

  • Medical, Dental, Vision – HDHP or PPO

  • HSA – Employer contribution (HDHP only)

  • Volunteer Time Off

  • Career Development / Recognition

  • Fitness Reimbursement

  • Hybrid Work Schedule

As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AssetMark is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.

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