Staff Software Development Engineer - Front Office Expertise

Job Title: Staff Software Development Engineer (Stf. SDE) 

Location: New York, NY

About Us: At Clearwater Analytics, we are on a mission to become the world's most trusted and comprehensive technology platform for investment management, reporting, accounting, and analytics. We partner with sophisticated institutional investors worldwide and are seeking a Staff Software Development Engineer who shares our passion for innovation and client commitment. 

Role Overview: We are looking for a highly skilled Staff Software Development Engineer with over 15 years of total experience, including hands-on experience in Front Office architecture and coding. This role requires deep technical expertise in cloud technologies and distributed architecture, with a strong commitment to engineering and operational excellence. 

Key Responsibilities: 

• Design and develop scalable, high-performance software solutions in a distributed architecture environment. 

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure that engineering strategies align with business objectives and customer needs. 

• Implement real-time and asynchronous systems with a focus on event-driven architecture. 

• Ensure operational excellence by adhering to best practices in software development and engineering. 

• Present technical concepts and project updates clearly to stakeholders, fostering effective communication. 

Requirements: 

• 15+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, with a focus on architecture and coding in the FinTech sector (strong Front Office experience preferred). 

• Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and distributed architectures. 

• Experience with real-time systems, event-driven architecture, and engineering excellence in a large-scale environment. 

• Proficiency in Java, Python, and familiarity with messaging systems (JMS/Kafka/MQ) and financial protocols (FIX, SWIFT). 

• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

Desired Qualifications: 

• Experience in both FinTech and BigTech environments, with a strong understanding of investment management at scale. 

• Familiarity with GenAI/AI technologies and their applications within the financial services industry. 

What we offer: 

• Business casual atmosphere in a flexible working environment  

• Team-focused culture that promotes innovation and ownership  

• Access cutting-edge investment reporting technology and expertise 

• Defined and undefined career pathways, allowing you to grow your way  

• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits 

• Maternity and paternity leave  

• Personal Time Off and Volunteer Time Off to give back to the community 

• RSUs, as well as an employee stock purchase plan and a 4