Cloud Engineer

Cloud Engineer

This role will need to work onsite at Pratt Street. They will also need to use their own device to connect via Citrix.

About the Role:

The team is looking for a software engineer to help build a suite of next-generation, cloud native applications. In this role, you will engineer and develop new capabilities using modern cloud technologies for use by our Portfolio Managers and Quantitative Analysts. This is a hands-on, full-stack role, providing opportunities to solve complex business and technical problems. You will be a key contributor throughout the entire product lifecycle, capable of working individually, or in collaboration with others. You will work with smart, talented people across our business. We will expect you to be agile, show leadership and think outside the box. In return, we’ll give you challenging work that has impact, gives opportunities for you to learn and grow, and to do so in a collaborative, supportive environment.

Top Skills:

Experience with asset management Strong programming in one or more languages: Python, Java, JavaScript Knowledge of one or more relevant database technologies: SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL

Core Attributes:

Takes pride in engineering excellence and instils these values in others Client-focused approach – delivering working code often Strong interpersonal skills; able to establish and maintain a close working relationship with portfolio managers, quantitative researchers, traders, senior business stakeholders, and other technologists A proponent of strong collaborative software engineering techniques and methods: agile development, continuous delivery, code review or pairing, unit testing, refactoring and related approaches Demonstrable passion for technology (e.g. personal projects, open-source involvement) while using their problem-solving capabilities to deliver solutions utilizing a top-end engineering approach

Technology Skills:

Knowledge of one or more programming languages: Python, Java, JavaScript Proficient with a range of frameworks and development tools: Pandas, React, Node.js, Experience with a modern cloud stack, including containerization and serverless architectures Test-oriented mentality using appropriate tools and techniques: TDD, BDD, Cucumber, Cyprus Knowledge of one or more relevant database technologies: SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB, PostgreSQL, RedShift A solid understanding of financial instruments (securities, derivatives), capital markets, specifically relating to Fixed Income and Asset Management. Experience working closely with front office business clients – e.g.