Financial Forecasting Software Engineer

AKTRA INC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

AKTRA INC in McLean, VA is seeking a Financial Software Developer to help modernize enterprise financial accounting and forecasting applications. You will contribute to forecasting engines, reporting processes, and scalable solutions for financial planning and decision-making.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Finance, FP&A, and tech teams, with a focus on delivering reliable software using modern engineering practices and supporting platform upgrades.

Qualifications

• 2+ years of software development using Python or Java.
• Strong SQL and relational database development skills.
• Experience with Git, automated testing, and Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with container technologies such as Docker, Kubernetes, or Podman.
• Proficiency with shell scripting and application support.
• Understanding of fixed-income concepts, including duration, convexity, spread, and OAS.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, enhance, and modernize financial accounting and forecasting applications.
• Improve forecasting engine performance, scalability, and accuracy.
• Support quarterly and annual financial reporting processes, ensuring accurate and timely results.
• Troubleshoot production issues, resolve defects, and reduce technical debt.
• Design, develop, test, and maintain high-quality software using modern engineering practices.
• Partner with Finance, FP&A, and technical teams to deliver new forecasting and reporting capabilities.
• Support platform upgrades, infrastructure modernization, and technology adoption initiatives.
• Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical design discussions.

Skills

Python

Java

SQL

Git

Automated testing

Agile development

Docker

Kubernetes

Podman

Shell scripting

Fixed-income concepts

Communication

Education

Advanced degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Finance, or related field

Tools

Jira

Job description

AKTRA INC in McLean, VA is seeking a Financial Software Developer to help modernize enterprise financial accounting and forecasting applications. You will contribute to forecasting engines, reporting processes, and scalable solutions for financial planning and decision-making.

The role emphasizes collaboration with Finance, FP&A, and tech teams, with a focus on delivering reliable software using modern engineering practices and supporting platform upgrades.