Software Engineer
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This is an incredible opportunity for a Sr Software Engineer to join Apex's Engineering team. As a software engineer you will work closely with other engineers, tech leads, product managers, and architects to build the next generation version of Apex Compliance and Regulatory applications, and Tax & Cost Basis services. The Software Engineer will be an integral part of our team supporting the technology organization in a transformation toward a highly scalable and resilient system. This is a role for someone who flourishes in a fast-paced and collaborative environment. Duties/Responsibilities: Define, develop, deploy, and operate software that delivers real value to Apex. We often work with micro-services, managed by Kubernetes. Assist with the ownership of end-to-end software development of new features/tools including design, documentation, implementation, and testing of applications in our cloud development environment. Support project priorities, deadlines and deliverables with your technical expertise. Build robust, scalable, and self-healing services to ensure optimal performance and reliability with minimal manual intervention. Support the production systems on cloud environment which includes build, deployment (CI/CD), and monitoring (Datadog, PagerDuty). Deliver high quality code by following coding standards, performing code reviews and ensuring test coverage at all levels. Identify risks, perform risk analysis, effectively manage risks; proactively raise prioritization and scheduling tradeoff decisions, escalating and identifying alternate options as appropriate; Follow defined Risk Management processes Collaborate with engineers and other teams to elevate technology, follow agile ceremonies and consistently apply best practices. Be a self-starter, capable of solving ambiguous and challenging technical problems with wide scope. Assess existing processes and identify opportunity for improvement
Requirements
BA, BS, or MS in Computer Science, Engineering or related technology field (or equivalent work experience) required. 5+ years of prior experience as a Software Engineer is required. Experience with Docker and/or Kubernetes is required. Experience working with any cloud-based provider (GCP/AWS/Azure) is highly desirable. Experience with developing highly scalable and performant microservices preferred. Experience working with Astronomer and Apache Airflow or any other related tools in the field of data orchestration is a plus. Financial services background is a plus. Required Skills/Abilities: Strong fundamentals of system architecture, object-oriented design, algorithm, and data structures. Expertise in at least one modern programming language (Java and Python preferred) Strong SQL skills and expertise with relational database systems (e.g., PostgreSQL, SQL Server) Ability to visualize and propose system design, document the design and implement it. Ability to learn new and unfamiliar technologies (languages, tools, frameworks) quickly, as required. Adaptability: while you enjoy establishing processes and standards, you understand the need to be flexible and enjoy trying new things. Adaptability: while you enjoy establishing processes and standards, you understand the need to be flexible and enjoy trying new things.
Benefits & conditions
Our Rewards We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including a market-leading salary with an annual bonus, 28 days of annual leave plus 10 Northern Ireland national holidays, a training and development budget, and a pension matched up to 7%. Our benefits also cover private health insurance for medical, dental, and optical care, and life insurance. We emphasize work-life balance with flexible working hours, parental leave, a modern city center office, and a hybrid work schedule that allows for greater flexibility by partially working from home. Additional perks include monthly catered lunches, unlimited drinks and snacks, hackathon events, poker tournaments, and a charitable matching gift program. EEO Statement Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics. Disability Statement Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the . We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.