Software Engineer

Company : Selby Jennings

Location : New York, NY, 10055

Posted Date : 9 October 2025

Job Type : Other

Category : Software Development

Occupation : Software Engineer

Job Details

Selby Jennings is partnered with a renowned prop trading firm, specifically looking to fill a software engineer position on their Core Development, Middle/Back Office Technology team. They are looking for an individual with 3+ years of experience in the financial domain, ideally with exposure to middle/back office support (risk, clearing, settlements, etc.) with notable career progression. This position is open to both their New York City office and Chicago office.

Role Description:

Design, build, and test critical infrastructure for risk and clearing systems, post-trade automation, and vendor data platforms
Support complex business pipelines across middle and back office functions
Collaborate with cross-functional teams for a comprehensive view of trading operations
Capture business requirements and implement effective technical solutions
Maintain and enhance systems that support inter-departmental workflows

Skills Needed:

3+ years of development experience in Python, Java, or C++
Experience with middle and back office functions (risk, clearing, locates, settlements)
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Solid understanding of data architecture, software design, and best coding practices
Proficiency with SQL databases and messaging solutions like Kafka
High attention to detail and ability to work closely with business stakeholders
Proven track record as an independent contributor within a team