Our client is a well-known investment management firm in the Dallas area and they're seeking a Software Developer (back-end) to join their team.
Job Description:
They are building a cutting edge technology platform and are looking for highly motivated Back End Software Engineer to join their team in Dallas, Texas. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in backend development, preferably with exposure to Financial Services, Real Assets (Oil & Gas, Real Estate etc.) or Fintech. Expertise in one or more of the technologies of our tech stack—Ruby, Rails, Python, Java, Kafka, Elasticsearch, PostgreSQL, Redis, and Azure—is a must have.
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in the design, development, and maintenance of backend services and APIs.
- Work collaboratively with senior engineers, frontend developers, and UX/UI designers to enhance user experiences.
- Assist in defining software requirements in collaboration with cross-functional teams.
- Contribute to code reviews and adhere to best practices, improving your idiomatic language proficiency and understanding of strong fundamentals.
- Assist in managing data using both SQL and NoSQL databases, such as PostgreSQL and Redis, in cloud environments like Azure.
- Engage in continuous learning to stay updated with industry trends and technologies.
Qualities:
- Strong Technical Aptitude: Foundational understanding of software architecture, data structures, and modern programming languages. Experience of 5+ years is desirable
- Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze problems and collaborate with the team to find effective solutions.
- Attention to Detail: Careful and considered approach to coding, testing, and debugging.
- Eager to Learn: Willingness to quickly learn new technologies and apply them in a fast-paced work environment.
- Teamwork: Good interpersonal skills and the ability to work well in a collaborative setting, including with remote team members.
- Ethical and Accountable: Takes responsibility for actions and maintains high ethical standards.
Educational Qualifications:
- A Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field is preferred, but relevant experience will also be considered.
