For the given job description <<Who We Are
Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and WeBull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers.
Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. We are based in Dallas, TX and also have offices in Austin, New York, Chicago, Portland, and Belfast.
If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you.
AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:
2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards
About This Role
As a Principal Cloud Software Engineer at Apex Silver, you are responsible for design and development of software code. You will help lead other developers in the design and development of financial services applications that integrate with cloud-based services. You are a results oriented leader who can lead a team to exceed client expectations. You perform hands-on work required to meet service level requirements. You will lead by example.
Key Responsibilities
Coordinate with your cross functional product development team and members of the software development teamOversee and provide guidance to other development team membersDesign and develop highly performant large scale financial services applicationsImplement robust CICD processesAdhere to Silvers coding standardsKeep up-to-date with industry trends and technology developments
Skills & Requirements
Requires a bachelor's degree (or equivalent experience) and at least 10 years of experienceExtensive knowledge of software development processesExtensive knowledge of bash shell scriptingExtensive knowledge of implementing serverless solutions using AWS lambda, SQS, EventBridgeExtensive knowledge of Cloud Databases: AWS RDSAurora, DynamoDBExtensive knowledge of Infrastructure-as-Code deployment tools like CloudFormation templates, TerraformExtensive knowledge of AWS Cloud Technologies (EC2, RDS, Amazon MQ, S3, API Gateway, etc.)Extensive knowledge of bash shell scriptingExtensive knowledge of CICD processes and tools like like BitBucket and PipelinesKnowledge of Java and SQLSolid experience in coding object oriented softwareKnowledge of javascript and front-end web frameworksPossess strong knowledge of fintech, investment services clearingcustody, best practices, and proceduresExcellent communication, organizational, analytical and team building skillsLead and direct the work of others Demonstrates strong problem solving skills, process driven mindset, resourcefulness, and the ability to meet responsibilities with minimal direct oversight
#engineering #mid-senior #full-time
OUR REWARDS
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS, we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.
AFS is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, natural or protective hairstyle, genetics, disability, age, or any other basis forbidden under federal, state, or local law.
>> the resume: <<SUMMARYI am a full-stack developer with excellent communication and coordination skills and a passion for design.
EXPERIENCESoftware Engineer,07/2014-CurrentThe Nielsen Company–,,Founding member of the Innovation Lab. Led the team’s design and development of products for Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) and virtual reality (VR).Skills: Java, python, caffe, CNN training, embedded software, MAVProxy, ArduPlane, project managementUAVs - Software Engineer & Operations SpecialistDeveloped sensing payloads for fixed-wing UAVs enabling smarter autonomous control. Trained a neural network to process photos during flight and recognize targets of interest; wrote software to adjust flight plan accordingly. This capability will be used by conservation groups across Eastern Africa.Built a Hardware-in-the-loop simulation; rapidly tested flight logic and sensor integration on real hardware without risk of damaging aircraft. Profiled on-board software and identified bottlenecks, increasing FPS by 100%.Designed REST API and geospatial database to support a UAV control app.Established holistic view of the project by collaborating with domain experts; created project roadmap with buy-in from team and stakeholders.Created detailed mission plans and reports to ensure efficient mission execution. Researched and complied with UAV regulations.VR - Project Engineer & VisionaryManaged a VR project with a budget of over $500,000. Sorted out project dependencies, identified and mitigated risks, and ensured key deadlines were met.Brainstormed immersive and interactive features, and solicited feedback from potential customers; led the design and prototype of requested features.Researched competitive landscape and provided VR expertise to establish our focus.Other ProjectsCoordinated the configuration and shipment of over 6,000 smartphones to aid the UN during the 2014 Ebola outbreak in West Africa. Created REST API, databases, and AWS infrastructure to support the reporting software installed on the phones.Rapidly prototyped products with a User-centered design (UCD) approach; proposed new business and product ideas.Wrote and deployed python-backed twitter bot to connect users with questions to relevant domain experts.Software Developer,07/2011-07/2014Maxar Technologies Ltd–,,Founding member of the platform team. Designed, implemented, and supported the back-end infrastructure for Saga, our flagship lifelogging app with over 10,000 active users on Android and iOS.Skills: Java, node.js, PostgreSQL, Storm, Kafka, Zookeeper, Tomcat, Spring, AWSSaga - Software DeveloperWrote Java services deployed to apache tomcat. Designed and implemented REST API interfaces. Designed and optimized postgres and elasticsearch databases and DAOs.Led the development of a real-time rules-based notification infrastructure, using storm, kafka, and cassandra for high-throughput processing and storage.Led daily and weekly scrum meetings.Coordinated weekly releases and deploys to production. Spun up and managed AWS instances. Set up service and database monitors; responded to pages and ensured 24-hour uptime.Led the design of user-facing features like charts and infographics.Lifestream API - Software DeveloperCo-developed our customer-facing lifelogging API. Built services using node.js, java, storm, and cassandra that would scale to 1 million users. Designed and implemented intuitive REST APIs.Traveled to Seoul to rapidly iterate on solutions with our partner, LG. Designed features for and managed the relationship with another partner, IFTTT.Trained and managed new developers.Research Assistant,05/2010-06/2011Talaris Therapeutics Inc.–,,Skills: Java, python, Arduino, circuit design, soldering, machiningBuilt Lullaby, a system for tracking environmental factors that disturb sleep.Synchronized and logged inputs from sensors including audio, video, motion, and air quality. Researched and experimented with methods of remotely determining heart rate; soldered infrared LED circuits to detect oxygenated hemoglobin.“Lullaby: A Capture & Access System for Understanding the Sleep Environment”, UbiComp 2012 (Winner: Best Paper Award).Junior Test and Production Engineer,06/2008-03/2010Gridpoint–,,Skills: C, embedded software, assembly, solderingAssembled, soldered, and tested smart-charging, data-logging units for Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles. Wrote C code to maximize GPS satellite lock and automate testing.
OTHER PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCEFounder and Designer,04/2015-CurrentSeattle Megagames–,,Lead highly-motivated 5-person team that designs and runs live-action board game events for over 50 simultaneous players.Discovered and booked venue, promoted the event, and sold all 54 tickets in one day. Ordered and assembled materials, managed the budget, and trained volunteers. Coordinated and resolved pain points for players and volunteers to ensure the game ran smoothly.Collated player feedback from questionnaires and player-created blogs and podcasts. Selected priorities for feature and operational work; designed and playtested new features.Spoke on a panel on Megagame design at PAX Prime 2015. Ran a game that raised over $2,000 for Child’s Play Charity.
EDUCATIONB.A:Computer Engineering,Expected in2011-University of Washington-,GPA:Status-
TECHNICAL SKILLSExpert: Java, PostgreSQL, UNIXProficient: python, javascript, node.js, C#, C++, COther tools and frameworks: Tomcat, Spring, Memcached, JProfiler, JUnit, PostGIS, Elasticsearch, Cassandra, Storm, Kafka, Zookeeper, caffe, CNN training, MAVLink, MAVProxy, ArduPlane, Mission Planner, JSBSim, Git, SVN, Maven, Gradle, Play!, npm, AWS (EC2, S3, CloudWatch, DynamoDB, IAM, RDS, Route 53, VPC, Elastic Beanstalk, SNS), Chef, GCM, APNS>>. The result is, Good Fit

Fit assessment: Good Fit