Senior Software Engineer

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This position supports the development and maintenance of simulation-based applications for an XVA (Valuation Adjustment) desk, along with other front, middle, and back-office teams across multiple global locations. The role is focused on the design, development, and optimization of internal and third-party software solutions used for credit risk analysis and financial modeling. The position also includes oversight of technical strategy and architectural design, ensuring system stability and high availability in a mission-critical environment.

• Must reside within reasonable commuting distance to the designated office location (hybrid work schedule).
• Proficiency in C/C++ and Python, with demonstrated experience in software development and scripting automation.
• Practical experience with XVA or credit risk systems, and familiarity with associated financial products.
• Prior involvement in software architecture design, system integration, and troubleshooting of production systems.
• Strong background in mathematical finance and quantitative analysis.
• Experience with Agile, Scrum, Dev Ops methodologies, and change management practices.
• Excellent analytical, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.

• Design, develop, and maintain simulation platforms and analytical tools to support valuation adjustment calculations and risk analysis.
• Provide architectural oversight and drive implementation of new features and system enhancements in both proprietary and vendor systems.
• Conduct performance tuning and process optimization for mission-critical applications.

• Monitor and troubleshoot production environments, ensuring adherence to service-level agreements.
• Manage deployment and integration of new products or enhancements with minimal disruption to users.
• Provide ongoing support for internal and third-party tools, including documentation and technical guidance.
• Work closely with stakeholders including trading desks, risk teams, and IT operations across global offices to gather requirements and deliver effective solutions.
• Assist in user support and respond to inquiries related to credit risk and financial analysis functions.
• Participate in development meetings, task assignments, and knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Evaluate emerging technologies and tools to enhance development environments and system capabilities.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to team capability building.
• Liaise with external vendors as needed to deploy and maintain product solutions.

• Bachelor’s degree or higher in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, Mathematics, or related field.
• Hands‑on experience in financial software development, ideally within a trading or risk management environment.
• Solid understanding of data transfer protocols, infrastructure design, and security principles for financial applications.
• Familiarity with high availability and recovery solutions in enterprise systems.

• Advanced degree (Master’s or PhD) in a quantitative or technical discipline.
• Direct experience working on XVA platforms or credit valuation frameworks.
• Background in working with global financial institutions or across multi-region teams.
• Experience training or mentoring team members in software or system design best practices.

This is a technically challenging and impactful role supporting critical financial infrastructure across multiple regions. The team operates in a hybrid work environment and is committed to continuous improvement in system performance and operational efficiency. This role provides opportunities to work on complex financial systems while contributing to a collaborative and globally distributed team.

Mid‑Senior level

Full‑time

Information Technology

Banking and Investment Banking

• Medical insurance
• Vision insurance
• 401(k)
• Paid maternity leave
• Paid paternity leave