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# Staff Software Development Engineer - Front End

- **Company:** Clearwater Analytics
- **Location:** Chicago, IL, United States (Remote available)
- **Salary:** $148,200.0 - $200,851.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** JavaScript (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Unit Testing, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Code Coverage, Distributed Systems, Software Engineering, TypeScript, Web Application Frameworks, Real Time Systems, ReactJS, Rollup, Cypress (Programming Language), Event Driven Architecture, Containerization, Webpack, AngularJS, Build Process, React Native, Front End Software Development
- **Published:** May 21, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=adf37efb06dadf60

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Unit testing?, Role Overview: We are looking for a highly skilled Front-end 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., * 15+ years of hands-on software engineering experience, with a focus on architecture and coding in the FinTech sector (strong Front Office experience preferred).

 * Experience with real-time systems, event-driven architecture, and engineering excellence in a large-scale environment.
 * Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
 * Strong problem-solving skills
 * Ability to see the big picture while still giving attention to detail.
 * Strong command of unit testing for thorough code coverage.

Front end:

 * Experience with React Native, Angular, or any other modern front-end framework (this is team specific)
 * Experience with React or other modern front-end framework
 * Experience with typescript and typescript generics
 * Experience making reusable front end components
 * Experience using front-end specific testing libraries (Jest, cypress, etc)
 * Experience using front-end build processes (webpack, rollup, etc) Containerization and front-end infrastructure knowledge is a plus, * Experience in both FinTech and BigTech environments, with a strong understanding of investment management at scale.
 * Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and distributed architectures.
 * Familiarity with GenAI/AI technologies and their applications within the financial services industry.

## Description

* 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.


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