Senior Financial Software Engineer: Forecasting & Reporting

AKTRA INC; McLean (VA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

AKTRA INC is seeking a Senior Financial Software Developer in McLean, VA to support the development, modernization, and operation of enterprise financial accounting and forecasting applications.

You will enhance forecasting engines, support financial reporting, and deliver scalable software with modern engineering practices, collaborating with Finance, FP&A, and IT teams across the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience using Python, Java, or similar modern programming languages.
• 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 methodologies

Docker/Kubernetes/Podman

Shell scripting

Fixed-income concepts

Education

Advanced degree in CS/Math/Finance

CFA/FRM/CPA or progress toward certification

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Podman

Job description

AKTRA INC is seeking a Senior Financial Software Developer in McLean, VA to support the development, modernization, and operation of enterprise financial accounting and forecasting applications.

You will enhance forecasting engines, support financial reporting, and deliver scalable software with modern engineering practices, collaborating with Finance, FP&A, and IT teams across the organization.