Software Engineer (Contractor)

Dimensional Fund Advisors; Santa Monica, Austin (CA, TX); Hybrid; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Dimensional Fund Advisors is seeking a Software Engineer (Contractor) to deliver new technology capabilities for the Equity Portfolio Management team. This remote role involves designing, developing, upgrading, documenting, and testing services while coordinating with business clients and other tech groups globally.

Ideal candidates have strong Python, Django, Angular, C#/.NET, PostgreSQL, and JavaScript skills, plus experience in automated testing, SOLID principles, and agile methods.

Qualifications

• Experience as a Software Developer.
• Proficiency with Python, Django, Angular, and .NET.
• Strong unit testing and adherence to SOLID principles.
• Experience with CI/CD and Agile development practices.
• Knowledge of financial systems design is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Build or implement technologies to meet business needs using standard tools and best practices.
• Maintain high software quality through good practices and testing.
• Identify and drive opportunities for team growth and process improvements.
• Assist in user stories, estimates, and work-plans; document status and maintenance details.
• Provide third-level support to local and remote investment clients.

Skills

Python

Django

Angular

C#/.NET

PostgreSQL

T-SQL

JavaScript

Job description

## Software Engineer (Contractor)Applylocations: Remote - Othertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: 2026-8917**Job Description:**Dimensional Fund Advisors applies academic research to the practical world of investing. Our objective is to help clients structure globally diversified portfolios and to add value through engineering and trading. Dimensional manages assets exclusively for institutional investors and the clients of registered financial advisors. From offices in Santa Monica, Austin, London, Sydney, Tokyo and Singapore, our professional staff supervises portfolios twenty-four hours a day.This individual’s primary role will be to deliver new technology capabilities for the Equity Portfolio Management team within Investments. Responsibilities will include design, development, upgrading, documenting and testing on multiple application services.The successful candidate for this position will be tech savvy, analytical and detail oriented with the ability to multi-task and solve problems across multiple requests. Additionally, they must be highly skilled in working with business clients, external parties and other technology groups (developers, network administrators, senior management, etc.).You may be a fit for this role if you:* Are open-minded, curious, and resourceful* Are passionate about/stay current with modern technologies* Solve problems systematically and transparently* Share ideas, solicit/integrate feedback, design and solve collaboratively* Take a software engineering approach and demonstrate automation and security mindsetsWhat you might work on:* Build or implement technologies to meet business needs utilizing industry standard tools and best practices.* Maintain high standards of software quality by establishing good practices and habits.* Identify and encourage areas for growth and improvement within the team.* Assist in the development of user stories, estimates and work plans.* Prepare reports, manuals and other documentation on the status, operation and maintenance of software.* Advise business clients and IT management of technology capabilities and recommend strategies to maximize benefits of new technologies.* Provide third-level support of local and remote investment business clients.Qualifications:* Previous experience as a Software Developer.* Programming skills with proficiency in the following programming languages and frameworks: Python, Django, Angular, C# Microsoft .NET 3.5+ framework, PostgreSQL, Transact SQL, and Javascript.* Understanding of object-oriented and service-oriented application development techniques and theories.* Experience with automated acceptance testing.* Ability to write unit-tested, maintainable code.* Familiar with SOLID coding principles.* Internally motivated, able to work proficiently both independently and in a team environment.* Strong communication skills with both internal team members and external business stakeholders.* Ability to find ways to improve solutions, systems, and processes.Preferred Competencies:* Knowledge of Domain Driven Design.* Experience with Agile development methodologies and practices (Scrum, Kanban or XP).* Experience with continuous integration/continuous deployment pipelines.* Experience developing using CQRS and Event Sourcing Architectures.* A background in financial systems design and development.#LI-Remote Dimensional offers a variety of programs to help take care of you, your family, and your career, including comprehensive benefits, educational initiatives, and special celebrations of our history, culture, and growth.It is the policy of the Company to provide equal opportunity for all employees and applicants. The Company recruits, hires, trains, promotes, compensates, and administers all personnel actions without regard to actual or perceived race, color, religion, religious practice, creed, sex, sex stereotyping, pregnancy (which includes pregnancy, childbirth, and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth, or breastfeeding), caregiver status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender identity, national origin, age, mental or physical disability, ancestry, medical condition, marital status, familial status, domestic partnership status, military or veteran status or service, unemployment status, citizenship status or alienage, sexual orientation, status as a victim of domestic violence, status as a victim of stalking, status as a victim of sex offenses, genetic information, political activities or recreational activities, arrest or conviction record, salary history, natural hairstyle or any other status protected by applicable law except as otherwise required or permitted by law or regulation applicable to the Company or its affiliates.### About UsAt Dimensional, we want to change the way the world thinks about investing. As a leading global investment firm, we offer systematic, value-added investment solutions based on robust science and thoughtful implementation.Our global team includes more than 1,600 passionate people with diverse experiences, education, strengths, and talents. With a learning mindset rooted in academia and powered by the great ideas in finance, we pursue what we believe are the strongest investment solutions, while providing a world-class client experience. Every employee plays a role in delivering these experiences, and we know we can achieve the most when we work as a team to endeavor to help improve investors’ lives.For more information about Dimensional and our current opportunities, please visit our Careers site.*Dimensional Fund Advisors LP is an investment advisor registered with the Securities and Exchange Commission.*### Notes to applicants* Dimensional sees great value from collaborating in our offices and appreciates the benefits of flexibility. Most roles fit our office-first hybrid approach: We are together on our campuses Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays and have the choice to work in the office or remotely, depending on what is best for that work day, on Mondays and Fridays. This approach maximizes in-person collaboration and interaction while simultaneously providing flexibility and applies to most roles globally with a few exceptions that require more or less time in the office. Please discuss with your Recruiter to confirm the details for this specific role.* Resumes and portfolios (when applicable) are required as part of your application. When applying from a mobile device or tablet, you may not be able to attach a resume. If you cannot include an attachment at the time of your application, you will receive a follow up email asking you to attach your resume from a computer.* Here at Dimensional, we strive to be an inclusive workplace for all. Even if you do not match every qualification listed, if you are interested in who we are, what we do, and why we do it, we suggest and encourage you to apply.* The use of Artificial Intelligence during interviews and skill testing is prohibited, unless Dimensional Fund Advisors has authorized such use.* If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, such accommodation is available upon request.