Lead Solutions Engineer

DriveWealth; United States; Remote; USD 145,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative financial technology organization is seeking a Solutions Engineer to drive API integrations and optimize processes. This role is pivotal in enhancing partner relationships and ensuring operational efficiency. The ideal candidate will possess strong programming skills and a customer-centric mindset, thriving in a fast-paced environment. Join a company that values diversity and creativity, offering a hybrid work experience and comprehensive benefits. This is an exciting opportunity to contribute to a mission that democratizes access to financial independence globally.

Benefits

Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance

Mental health and family planning services

Unlimited paid time off

16 weeks paid parental leave

Pre-tax commuter benefits

$2,500 for continued education

$75 monthly fitness reimbursement

Company-provided phone

Daily lunch stipend for in-office employees

Engaging office space

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software development focused on API implementation.
• Strong programming knowledge for automation and process improvements.

Responsibilities

• Identify and implement process improvements for efficiency.
• Collaborate with teams to develop strategies for partner success.

Skills

API Implementation

Full Stack Development

Cloud Platforms (AWS, Google Cloud)

Event-based Programming

Debugging Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem-solving Skills

Customer-centric Mindset

Collaboration Skills

Tools

ServiceNow

GitHub

Apache Kafka

AWS SQS

Job description

DriveWealth is a global B2B financial technology organization dedicated to democratizing access to financial independence around the world. Our mission is realized through an API-based platform, empowering our partners to offer seamless investing and trading experiences to clients worldwide, all from their mobile devices.

Our technology provides partners with a modern, extensible toolkit, enabling traditional investment workflows and innovative techniques like fractional share ownership. DriveWealth has evolved into a global platform offering trading of US equities, mutual funds, ETFs, fixed income, and options.

We seek enthusiastic professionals to contribute diverse perspectives and experiences to our Brokerage-as-a-Service platform. Our culture blends the pace and opportunity of a tech start-up with the impact, stability, and significance of Wall Street. We encourage creativity and experimentation while ensuring institutional-grade execution and regulatory compliance in everything we do. We value diversity and inclusion, celebrating the unique differences of our employees as we scale and grow together. We’re guided by operating principles grounded in accountability, teamwork, integrity, and solutions built to scale. Join us!

About the Role

The Solutions Engineer plays a pivotal role in DriveWealth's growth and expansion by leading the API integration of new partners, educating on new products, and identifying processes that can be automated to optimize team and partner efficiency.

What You’ll Do

• Identify and implement process improvements that maximize time efficiency for DriveWealth employees and partners. Use your strong programming knowledge to quickly implement new automation in ServiceNow, Github, and other ancillary programs.
• Define and document repeatable processes, ensuring operational efficiency and scalability while maintaining a keen eye for detail and quality assurance.
• Collaborate closely with internal teams, including sales, finance, product, technology, and operations, to develop cohesive strategies that prioritize partner success and drive revenue growth.
• Align closely with partners who will be integrating DriveWealth's API. Use your robust programming knowledge to provide education, project management, and architecture support while maintaining positive partner relationships.
• Establish a culture of mutual accountability between the Relationship Management team and partners. Advocate for their needs and marshal resources to support them while aligning with DriveWealth's overarching vision.
• Use your debugging skills to identify pain points and reported bugs by partners while suggesting and introducing changes to our product team.

What You’ll Need

• Five years of experience in software development, with a focus on the implementation of APIs.
• Proficiency in full stack development, with working knowledge of cloud-based platform tools such as AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform.
• Proficiency in implementing event-based programs, working with tools such as Apache Kafka and AWS SQS.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management abilities with the capacity to prioritize and manage multiple partner engagements concurrently.
• Proven problem-solving skills and meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners.
• Customer-centric mindset with a commitment to ensuring client success and satisfaction.
• Proactive, self-motivated, and capable of working independently while taking ownership of client relationships.
• You thrive in a fast-paced environment and can deliver results under pressure.
• You are driven by a passion for partner success and business growth.

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. DriveWealth is unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Compensation
Compensation package offerings are based on candidate experience and technical qualifications, as it relates to the role. These are identified and determined throughout your interviewing experience.
Please note: at this time, we are not able to hire in all states.

Remote (Most US States) Pay Range: $145,000—$160,000 USD

Benefits

• Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Mental Health and family planning services.
• Unlimited paid time off with ten observed holidays.
• 16 weeks of paid parental leave for biological and adoptive parents.
• Pre-tax commuter benefits.
• $2,500 each year to invest in continued education and personal development.
• $75 a month in fitness and wellness reimbursement.
• Company-provided phone.
• Hybrid work experience that allows for flexibility.
• For in-office employees, a daily lunch stipend, unlimited snacks, and engaging office space in the Financial District.

*The benefits outlined above are for US employees; benefit offerings vary based on location.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

TO ALL AGENCIES: Please, no phone calls or emails to any employee of DriveWealth outside of the Talent organization. DriveWealth’s policy is to only accept resumes from agencies via Greenhouse (ATS). Agencies must have a valid services agreement executed and must have been assigned by the Talent team to a specific requisition. Any resume submitted outside of this process will be deemed the sole property of DriveWealth. In the event a candidate submitted outside of this policy is hired, no fee or payment will be paid.