Investment Technology

Aquarian; New York (NY); On-site; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Aquarian is seeking a Director of Credit Technology to lead the development and enhancement of the Credit Investment platform. You will build front-end interfaces and robust back-end systems, collaborating with investment professionals to streamline workflows and improve efficiency.

The ideal candidate has extensive full-stack experience, strong AI/ML skills, and a track record delivering scalable enterprise applications while maintaining secure coding practices.

Qualifications

• 5-8+ years of hands-on full-stack software engineering experience.
• Strong knowledge of AI, ML, LLMs, and practical implementation.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
• Deep knowledge of server-side languages and frameworks (C#, .NET, Web API, Node.js).
• Strong frontend skills (JavaScript, React).
• Experience designing and maintaining scalable enterprise apps.
• Familiar with secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead design, development, and enhancement of a scalable technology platform for the Credit Investment team.
• Develop and deploy AI-powered solutions to improve underwriting workflows and portfolio management.
• Take an agile, iterative approach to software development.
• Design intuitive front-end interfaces for the Credit Investment team.
• Build, maintain, and optimize back-end systems for scalability and reliability.
• Partner with Investment, middle-office, and back-office stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Independently troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex system issues.
• Participate in all phases of the SDLC from architecture to production support.
• Design systems that prioritize scale, modularity, performance, and reliability.
• Maintain data integrations, reporting capabilities, and workflow automation.

Skills

Full-stack

AI/ML

Communication

C#/.NET

Node.js

React

Security

Finance knowledge

Job description

About Aquarian

Aquarian Holdings ("Aquarian") is a diversified global holding company with a strategic portfolio of insurance and asset management solutions.

Aquarian Insurance Holdings acquires and operates insurance companies with a focus on life and annuity underwriting, deploying strategies to grow balance sheet profitability by writing new insurance/reinsurance, improving investment income, and optimizing operations. After launching in 2017, Aquarian finalized its first investment in 2018 in Investors Heritage, a regional life insurer domiciled in Kentucky that focuses on pre-need policies. Working closely with management, Aquarian helped the company grow with expanded product offerings and distribution channels, building on its 60-year track record of exceptional client service.

Aquarian continued to deepen its expertise and grow its existing offerings in insurance and reinsurance through its acquisitions of Hudson Life and Annuity Company in 2021 and Somerset Re in 2022.

Aquarian Investments complements the insurance operations , combining best practices from the world’s leading financial services firms with its own distinct strategy, approach, and organizational culture. Aquarian has continued to expand into alternative assets and private credit through the launches of Aquarian Liquid Credit, Aquarian Strategic Opportunities, Aquarian Private Credit, and Aquarian Real Estate Partners.

Aquarian has since grown its business to approximately $25.8 billion in AUM, with 40 investment professionals, multiple funds, and insurance and reinsurance companies, all committed to providing meaningful investment opportunities to millions of people.

In November 2025, Aquarian announced the signing of a definitive merger agreement under which an affiliate will acquire Brighthouse Financial in an all-cash transaction valued at approximately $4.1 billion. Brighthouse is one of the largest providers of annuities and life insurance in the U.S., with approximately $208 billion of AUM. Following the anticipated close of the transaction in 2026, Brighthouse Financial will operate as a standalone entity within the Aquarian portfolio.

Position Summary

The Director of Credit Technology is a key member of the Aquarian team, responsible for the development, maintenance, and enhancement of the technology supporting our Credit Investment platform. This individual will build and support both user-friendly front-end applications and the back-end infrastructure that powers the investment process. Working closely with the investment team and business stakeholders, the Director of Credit Technology will help improve efficiency, solve technical challenges, and deliver technology solutions that support day-to-day investment activities. The ideal candidate is passionate about technology and eager to learn the intricacies of the credit investment lifecycle.

This position requires deep expertise in full-stack software engineering and hands-on software development. You will work directly with Credit Investment professionals to deliver technology solutions that enhance workflows, improve productivity, and support investment operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and enhancement of a scalable technology platform that supports the Credit Investment team.

• Develop and deploy AI-powered solutions that improve underwriting workflows, portfolio management processes, data analysis, and operational efficiency across the Credit platform.

• Take an agile, iterative approach to software development, ensuring the platform evolves to meet business requirements.

• Design and implement intuitive, user-friendly front-end interfaces for the Credit Investment team.

• Build, maintain, and optimize back-end systems for scalability, reliability, and performance.

• Partner closely with the Investment Team, middle-office, and back-office stakeholders to gather requirements and implement technology enhancements.

• Independently troubleshoot, debug, and resolve complex system issues.

• Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle, including architecture, coding, testing, deployment, and production support.

• Design and build systems that prioritize scale, modularity, flexibility, performance, and reliability.

• Maintain and enhance data integrations, reporting capabilities, and workflow automation tools that support the investment process.

Requirements

• 5-8+ years of full-time, hands-on experience in full-stack software engineering.

• Advanced understanding of AI, machine learning, large language models (LLMs), and emerging technologies, with the ability to develop and implement practical solutions that support business and investment processes.

• Proven ability to communicate technical concepts effectively to non-technical stakeholders.

• Deep knowledge of server-side languages and frameworks (C#, .NET Framework, Web API, Node.js, etc.).

• Strong expertise in modern front-end technologies (JavaScript, React, etc.) and application frameworks.

• Experience designing, building, and maintaining scalable enterprise applications.

• Familiarity with software development best practices, including code reviews, source control, builds, testing, deployment, and operations.

• A background in finance or knowledge of credit markets is a plus, but not required.

• Self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments and can independently manage multiple priorities.

• Eagerness to learn new technologies and adapt quickly to changing business needs.

• Strong understanding and adherence to secure coding principles.

Aquarian is an equal opportunity employer. Aquarian is committed to creating and maintaining a workplace in which all employees have an opportunity to participate and contribute to the success of the business and are valued for their skills, experience and unique perspectives. Aquarian does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, mental or physical handicap or disability, age, citizenship status, alienage, ancestry, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other criteria prohibited under applicable federal, state or local law. Aquarian makes reasonable accommodations for applicants and employees with disabilities in accordance with applicable law.