Principal Software Development Engineer

About Us:

At Clearwater Analytics (CWAN), we are on a mission to become the world's most trusted and comprehensive technology platform for investment management, reporting, accounting, and analytics. We partner with sophisticated institutional investors worldwide and are seeking a Principal SDE who is passionate about innovation and client commitment. 

Role Overview:

We are looking for a highly experienced Principal Software Engineer with over 20 years of 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. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance software solutions in the investment management domain, specifically in OEMS, PMS, and Asset Management.  
• Drive technical innovation by integrating emerging technologies and best practices into engineering processes.  
• Mentor and guide engineering teams in developing high-quality software solutions, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.  
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align engineering strategies with business objectives and customer needs.  
• Manage large-scale projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to best practices in coding and architecture.  
• Present technical concepts and engineering roadmaps to executive leadership, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals. 

Requirements:

• 20+ years of hands-on engineering experience, with a focus on architecture and coding in the FinTech sector (strong Front Office experience preferred).  
• Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and distributed architectures.  
• Experience with real-time systems, asynchronous processing, event-driven architectures, and engineering excellence in a large-scale environment. 
•  Proficiency in Java, Python, and familiarity with messaging systems (JMS/Kafka/MQ) and financial protocols (FIX, SWIFT).  
• Strong verbal and written communication skills. 

Desired Qualifications:

• Experience in both FinTech and BigTech environments, with a strong understanding of investment management on scale.  
• Familiarity with GenAI/AI technologies and their applications within the financial services industry. 

What We Offer:

• Business casual atmosphere in a flexible working environment  
• Team focused culture that promotes innovation and ownership  
• Access cutting edge investment reporting technology and expertise 
• Defined and undefined career pathways allowing you to grow your own way  
• Competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits 
• Maternity and paternity leave  
• Personal Time Off and Volunteer Time Off to give back to the community 
• RSUs as well as employee stock purchase plan and 401k with match   
• Work from anywhere 3 weeks out of the year  
• Work from home Fridays