Software Engineer

American Century Investments; Decatur (GA); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation with bonus

Generous PTO & benefits

401k with 5% company match

Tuition reimbursement & mentorship

Job summary

American Century Investments is seeking an Investment Management Software Engineer Senior Specialist to advance the Order, Trade, and Compliance (OTC) technology stack. You’ll work hands-on with cross-functional teams to deliver market-ready software for portfolio management, trading, and compliance.

The role emphasizes modern engineering practices, collaboration with tech leads, product owners, and architects, and delivering solutions through Agile development.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of hands-on corporate software development experience.
• Proficiency in Java or similar languages (Python, C#).
• Hands-on SQL with relational databases.
• Experience with Agile development methodologies.
• Experience with Git or other version control systems.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities; excellent communication.
• Team player with collaborative mindset.

Responsibilities

• Full-stack development of front-end and back-end components with seamless integration.
• Write clean, efficient code primarily in Java, with opportunities to use Python.
• Design, implement, and optimize data storage with relational databases (e.g., DB2, Oracle).
• Participate in SAFe Agile processes across sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Use Git/GitHub for source control and collaboration.
• Conduct unit testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure code quality.
• Collaborate with developers, participate in code reviews, provide feedback.
• Stay current with industry trends and best practices; pursue learning opportunities.
• Support Portfolio Managers, Traders, and Compliance staff as needed.

Skills

Java

Python

C#

SQL

Agile

Git

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/IT or related

Tools

GitHub

JUnit

CI/CD

Relational DBs

Job description

About Us

American Century Investments® is a leading global asset manager with over 65 years of experience helping a broad base of clients achieve their financial goals. Our expertise spans global equities and fixed income, multi-asset strategies, ETFs and private investments.

Privately owned and independent, we focus solely on investment management. But there’s an unexpected side to us, too. We direct 40% of our dividends every year—over $2 billion since 2000 to the Stowers Institute for Medical Research. Our ongoing financial support drives the Institute’s breakthrough work and mission of defeating life‑threatening diseases like cancer and Alzheimer’s. So the better we do for our clients, the more we can do for everyone.

All who work here around the globe are inspired every day by the unique difference our hard work can make in so many lives. It shows in the curiosity we bring to every initiative, the deep relationships we build with our clients and the way we treat each other in the hallway. If you’re excited to learn more about us, we can’t wait to learn more about you.

Role Summary

Our IT teams support that mission by building applications and products that serve our customers. We’re looking for an Investment Management Software Engineer Senior Specialist that is interested in software evolution and innovation within our Order, Trade, and Compliance (OTC) Technology Team. The ideal candidate would be passionate about applying modern engineering principles for building and delivering software to market.

Primary responsibilities as a very “Hands‑on” Developer for this position are to demonstrate technical proficiency and use of standard methodologies in our software development team. You will work closely with our Technical Leads, Product Owners, and Architects to identify and implement solutions that support the company’s core investment management (portfolio management, trading, and compliance) operations. These solutions will be delivered to our clients through Agile development.

The role reports to the Director – Order, Trade and Compliance.

This hybrid position will be based out of our Kansas City, Missouri office.

This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without visa sponsorship, now or in the future.

How You Will Make an Impact

• Full‑Stack Development: Development of both front‑end and back‑end components of our applications, ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
• Programming: Write clean, efficient, and maintainable code primarily in Java, with opportunities to work with other languages such as Python.
• Database Management: Work with relational databases (e.g., DB2, Oracle) to design, implement, and optimize data storage solutions.
• Agile Methodologies: Participate in SAFe Agile development processes, contributing to sprint planning, daily stand‑ups, and retrospectives.
• Version Control: Use Git and GitHub for source control, ensuring code integrity and collaboration.
• Testing and Debugging: Conduct unit testing, debugging, and troubleshooting to ensure the quality and reliability of the codebase.
• Collaboration: Work closely with other developers, participate in code reviews, and provide constructive feedback to peers.
• Learning and Development: Know the latest industry trends and best practices and continuously seek opportunities to enhance your skills and knowledge.
• Support: Support and directly interact with Portfolio Managers, Traders, Compliance officers, and others.

What You Bring to the Team (Required)

• Education: Bachelor’s degree or equivalent related work experience in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience: At least 5+ years of hands‑on corporate experience developing software.
• Programming Skills: Proficiency in Java or similar languages (e.g., Python, C#).
• Database Knowledge: Hands‑on use of SQL and experience with relational databases.
• Agile Knowledge: Experience working with Agile development methodologies.
• Version Control: Experience with Git or other version control systems.
• Problem‑Solving: Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, with the ability to debug and troubleshoot complex issues.
• Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Team Player: Ability to work effectively in a team‑oriented environment.
• Demonstrates the American Century Investments Winning Behaviors: Client Focused, Courageous and Accountable, Collaborative, Curious and Adaptable, Competitively Driven.

Additional Assets (Preferred)

• Finance Knowledge: Interest or experience in the finance or asset management industry is a plus.
• CI/CD Tools: Familiarity with continuous integration and continuous deployment tools and practices.
• Unit Testing: Experience in writing and implementing unit tests (e.g., JUnit).

The above statements are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package with bonus plan
• Generous PTO and competitive benefits
• 401k with 5% company match plus annual performance‑based discretionary contribution
• Tuition reimbursement, formal mentorship program, live and online learning

Learn more about our benefits and perks.

Employees are required to be in the office on a scheduled frequency. Adherence to this schedule is essential to fulfilling the expectations of the role.

American Century Investments is committed to complying with the Americans with Disabilities Act and all other applicable Equal Employment Opportunity laws and regulations. As such, American Century strives to provide a reasonable accommodation to any qualified individual under the ADA to perform essential job functions.

We encourage people of all backgrounds to join us on our mission. If you require reasonable accommodation for any aspect of the recruitment process, please send a request to [e-mail]. All requests for accommodation will be addressed as confidentially as practicable.

American Century Investments believes all individuals are entitled to equal employment opportunity and advancement opportunities without regard to race, religious creed, color, sex, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age for individuals forty years of age and older, military and veteran status, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by applicable federal, state and local laws. ACI does not discriminate or adopt any policy that discriminates against an individual or any group of individuals on any of these bases.

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