Senior Software Engineer, Finance Engineering

About the role

As a Senior Software Engineer in the Finance Engineering team at SeatGeek, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the financial systems that support our dynamic ticketing platform. This position is ideal for someone who is passionate about developing robust financial applications and enjoys working in a fast-paced environment. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to design, implement, and maintain systems that enhance our financial operations and reporting capabilities.

Key facts

What you'll do

• Design and develop scalable financial software solutions that integrate seamlessly with existing systems, ensuring high performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with product managers and stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications for new features and enhancements.
• Implement and maintain APIs that facilitate data exchange between financial systems and other internal applications, ensuring data integrity and security.
• Conduct code reviews and provide mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and improvement within the team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve issues related to financial applications, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from planning and design through implementation and testing, ensuring adherence to best practices and coding standards.
• Monitor system performance and implement optimizations to improve efficiency and scalability of financial applications.
• Collaborate with the finance team to understand their needs and provide technical solutions that enhance reporting and analytics capabilities.
• Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies, recommending improvements and innovations that can benefit the finance engineering team.
• Document technical processes, system architecture, and code changes to maintain clear communication and knowledge sharing within the team.
• Work with DevOps to streamline deployment processes and ensure that financial applications are continuously integrated and delivered.
• Engage in regular sprint planning and retrospectives, contributing to the agile development process and helping the team to improve its workflows.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• A minimum of 5 years of experience in software development, with a strong focus on financial systems or applications.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Ruby, with a solid understanding of object-oriented design principles.
• Experience with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL) and familiarity with SQL for data manipulation and reporting.
• Knowledge of financial concepts and principles, with the ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work independently as well as collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.

Nice to have

• Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, particularly in deploying and managing financial applications.
• Experience with front-end technologies (e.g., React, Angular) for building user interfaces that enhance the user experience of financial tools.
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance standards relevant to the ticketing industry.
• Previous experience working in an agile development environment, utilizing methodologies such as Scrum or Kanban.

Skills & tools

• Programming Languages: Java, Python, Ruby
• Databases: PostgreSQL, MySQL
• Development Tools: Git, Docker, Jenkins
• Cloud Services: AWS, Azure
• Frameworks: React, Angular (nice to have)
• Methodologies: Agile, Scrum, Kanban

Practical notes

• This position is based in New York City, and candidates should be prepared for a hybrid work model that includes both in-office and remote work.
• The company offers competitive benefits, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.
• Candidates may be required to undergo a background check as part of the hiring process.
• Interested applicants should submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and motivation for applying to this role.

META

Company: SeatGeek

Title: Senior Software Engineer, Finance Engineering

Listed

location: New York, New York