Job Title: Engineering Director - Fintech
Location: Chicago, IL / New York, NY
About Us: At Clearwater Analytics, 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 an Engineering Director who shares our passion for innovation and client commitment.
Role Overview: We are seeking a seasoned Engineering Director with over 20 years of experience, including at least 10 years in senior engineering leadership roles. This position requires deep technical expertise in cloud technologies and distributed architecture, along with a strong commitment to engineering and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and mentor a high-performing engineering team dedicated to developing innovative technology solutions for investment management.
• Drive the strategic vision and execution of large-scale engineering projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives.
• Foster a culture of innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the team.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to refine development strategies and contribute to the product roadmap.
• Champion the development of distributed architectures that support real-time, asynchronous, and event-driven systems with low latency.
• Present technical and strategic plans to executive leadership, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals.
Requirements:
• 20+ years of engineering experience, with a strong emphasis on leadership within the FinTech sector (OEMS/PMS/FO/IM).
• 10+ years of proven experience in a senior engineering leadership role, demonstrating strong technical acumen and strategic vision.
• Extensive knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and experience in building distributed systems that handle large-scale operations.
• Proficiency in Java and experience with low-latency system design and engineering excellence.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills; comfortable presenting complex technical concepts to executive stakeholders.
Desired Qualifications:
• Experience in both FinTech and BigTech environments, with a strong understanding of investment management on a scale
• A proven track record of driving engineering excellence through effective team processes and innovative solutions.
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 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 an employee stock purchase plan and a 401 (k) with match
Work from anywhere 3 weeks out of the year
Work from home Fridays
Why Join Us? This is an incredible opportunity to lead a passionate engineering team that is shaping the future of investment management technology. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, apply now!
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