Senior Software Engineer, Cloud Engineering

Arrowstreet Capital, Limited; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 130,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Arrowstreet Capital, a Boston-based systematic investment firm, is seeking a hands-on Cloud engineer to join the infrastructure/Cloud team enabling Public Cloud AWS services for the next‑gen IT platform.

You will own Python‑stack design, drive IaC with AWS tooling, and collaborate across IT to improve security, automation, and CI/CD pipelines. This role offers a dynamic, collaborative environment and strong growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Engineering or related field; at least 5 years of prior experience.
• Solid software engineering background with 5+ years’ experience in developing enterprise python products / event‑driven products including modern notions like OOP, TDD, containerization and microservices
• 4-5 years’ experience in developing and maintaining cloud automation tooling (AWS preferred so boto3 Python library – Experience with Azure As Code is a plus)
• Proven record of building / designing Python framework/application
• Proven record of building DevOps API to support “Infra As Code” approach in CI/CD context so a solid experience with Python/Flask/ FastAPI/Swagger and CI/CD (Git/Gitlab/Github/ Gitlab CI/Jenkins)
• Working on daily basis with Linux‑based operating systems
• Working on daily basis with Kanban or Agile Scrum sprint

Responsibilities

• Act as a subject matter expert on Python stack for Cloud / Infrastructure team
• Advocate for Delivery as/with code by design
• Improve production and security posture of Cloud / Infrastructure team
• Identify use‑cases to consume AWS Public Cloud
• Automate and map ASC Ecosystem securely with AWS Services
• APIzation of infrastructure pillars to serve IAC Cloud CI/CD deployment
• Build partnerships with cross functional leaders and team members
• Mentor IT team members on Python and drive long‑term improvement

Skills

Python

Cloud automation

DevOps

CI/CD

OOP

TDD

Kanban/Agile

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering or related field

Master's degree preferred

Tools

boto3

Azure As Code

Flask

FastAPI

Swagger

Git

GitHub

GitLab

Jenkins

Terraform

Job description

Job Overview

We are looking for a hands‑on Cloud engineer to work on the infrastructure/Cloud team that is responsible for enabling Public Cloud AWS Services for Arrowstreet’s upcoming next‑gen IT platform.

Responsibilities

This role will include:

• Act as a subject matter expert on Python stack for Cloud / Infrastructure team and actively engage in advancing the skills and maturity of the team in this space.
• Adopt and act in accordance with the team’s mindset of “Delivery as/with code by design.”
• Improve the production and security posture of Cloud / Infrastructure team/landscape by designing and factoring new framework with the team to serve this goal.
• As part of the Cloud team, actively contribute to identify use‑cases to consume AWS Public Cloud based on the defined pillars (versus lift and shift).
• For our AWS Organization, automate and open on secure way AWS Services to map ASC Ecosystem (including some integration) and Security.
• Engage in “APIzation” of infrastructure pillars to serve IAC Cloud CI/CD deployment.
• Build and maintain effective partnerships with key cross functional leaders and team members. Transversal leadership and ability to federate is key for this team position.
• The role will focus on delivering this transformation / automation in strong collaboration and federation across Application teams across the IT organization. The position drives innovation across teams and provides mentorship to members of IT teams (especially on Python) with a goal of continuous long‑term improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s (Master’s preferred) degree in Computer Engineering or related field; at least 5 years of prior experience. Financial services exposure is a plus.
• Solid software engineering background with 5+ years’ experience in developing enterprise python products / event‑driven products including modern notions like OOP, TDD, containerization and microservices
• 4-5 years’ experience in developing and maintaining cloud automation tooling (AWS preferred so boto3 Python library – Experience with Azure As Code is a plus)
• Proven record of building / designing Python framework/application
• Proven record of building DevOps API to support “Infra As Code” approach in CI/CD context so a solid experience with Python/Flask/ FastAPI/Swagger and CI/CD (Git/Gitlab/Github/ Gitlab CI/Jenkins)
• Working on daily basis with Linux‑based operating systems
• Working on daily basis with Kanban or Agile Scrum sprint
• Strong passion for technology, a willingness to learn new skills and the ability to evangelize
• Self‑motivated and self‑directed, ability to translate technical direction into functional solutions
• Team player with a positive, proactive and team‑oriented attitude
• Ability to work effectively, managing multiple priorities while collaborating with cross‑functional teams
• Proven ability to investigate complex issues spanning multiple technologies and drive to completion
• Ability to work with vendors, management, and staff at all levels within the organization

The base salary range for this position is $130,000 - $325,000 per year.

Arrowstreet Capital operates a robust talent acquisition program, and we also seek to compensate and reward our employees competitively within our industry and in line with our merit‑based culture. Our approach to total compensation includes base salaries and annual discretionary bonuses, as well as a robust benefits package. The determination of a successful candidate’s base salary placement within the listed range will vary based on the candidate’s relevant experience and qualifications (which may also include relevant certifications, credentials and other education), the job responsibilities and scope, the commensurate resulting level of the position and other relevant factors. The listed range is also an estimate, and additional information regarding base salary and other elements of total compensation offered by Arrowstreet Capital to successful applicants will be communicated during the recruitment process.

Arrowstreet Capital is a Boston‑based systematic investment firm that manages global equity portfolios for institutional investors around the world.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, genetic information, age, pregnancy, medical condition, disability, veteran or military status, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

Arrowstreet Capital is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans. If you need a reasonable accommodation for any part of the employment process due to a disability, contact us to discuss the nature of your request and contact information.