Software Engineer

Octaura; New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and equity

Flexible Paid Time Off

Daily breakfast, coffee and snacks in the office

Onsite gym & discounted membership

Job summary

A financial technology company based in New York is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to join their tech team. This role involves building and maintaining a proprietary electronic trading platform and requires a minimum of 8 years of experience in software engineering, preferably with Java and cloud-based applications. The company offers competitive compensation, equity, and a collaborative working culture.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in software engineering and data-related technologies.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field.
• Experience in Java or other Object-Oriented languages.
• Experience with Multithreading Design Patterns.
• Experience with relational databases and SQL.
• Experience building cloud-based applications.
• Effective communication, organizational, and analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Work with a team of smart and passionate engineers to build and maintain proprietary electronic trading platform.
• Use modern tools and methods to expand the capabilities of cloud-based application.
• Help transition development of platform to in-house team.
• Collaborate with product teams to develop solutions for customers.

Skills

Software engineering

Data-related technologies

Java

Multithreading Design Patterns

Relational databases

SQL

Building cloud-based applications

Effective communication

Organizational skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field

Job description

Overview

Existing workflows within syndicated loan and CLO markets are painful for clients: they are outdated, overcomplicated, and time-consuming. Octaura is reimagining the way these markets trade, with efficiency, transparency and simplicity at the heart of what we do. We bring trading capabilities, data and analytics together for the first time on a digitized platform–fundamentally transforming the markets and streamlining workflows like never before.

It’s essential that Octaurians are confident in knowing they have the space to use their voice and talents. The world is diverse and we actively want our team to reflect this. We’re a values-driven company and by engaging, solving and evolving together, we create a culture that is collaborative, transparent, impactful and innovative. And fun!

The role in a nutshell

Octaura is building out our tech team and we’re looking for Software Engineers interested in building high performance, next generation technology that will revolutionize the loans industry. This is an environment for those seeking to drive innovation and get charged up working with top engineering talent. We are looking for results-oriented developers who thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, and enjoy solving challenging and complex customer problems.

This is an exciting time for Octaura as we are rapidly growing and are looking for energetic, collaborative and driven thinkers to join us! Please note this role is based out of our NYC office (at 5 Penn Plaza, 6 th Floor, New York, NY 10001) and our current structure is 4 days in the office (Monday-Thursday), 1 day from home (Friday).

Core responsibilities

• Work with a team of smart and passionate engineers to build and maintain our proprietary electronic trading platform
• Use modern tools and methods to expand the capabilities of our cloud-based application
• Help to transition development of our platform to our in-house team
• Collaborate with product teams to develop solutions for current and future customers

Desired experience

• 8+ years of experience software engineering and data-related technologies
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or related field
• Experience in Java (strongly preferred) or other Object-Oriented languages
• Experience with Multithreading Design Patterns
• Experience with relational databases and SQL
• Experience building cloud-based applications
• Effective communication, organizational, and analytical skills

Compensation and Benefits

The base pay range for this position in New York is $180,000 - $200,000 annually. Pay may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Equity and year-end bonus may be provided as part of the compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and other benefits, dependent on the position offered.

Work location and schedule

Applicants should be aware this role is based in New York City. The position requires in-office presence with a schedule of four days per week onsite (Monday-Thursday) and one day from home (Friday).

Octaura Work Perks

• Competitive compensation and equity
• Flexible Paid Time Off
• Daily breakfast, coffee and snacks in the office
• Onsite gym & discounted membership

Equal Opportunity

Octaura is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status.