We're Hiring: Lead Software Engineer (Backend)

Are you a seasoned backend engineer with a passion for leadership and high-performance systems? We're looking for a Lead Software Engineer to help drive innovation and technical excellence in a mission-critical financial services application.

About the Role

Join a team building and enhancing a sophisticated platform used by global corporations to manage liquidity across thousands of accounts in various currencies. You’ll play a key role in designing and scaling a microservices-based solution that supports complex transaction processing and real-time data flows.

What You’ll Do

• Lead a team of backend engineers working on a core financial service application
• Collaborate with product and operations teams to shape and prioritize requirements
• Architect and implement scalable services using Java, Spring Boot, and messaging platforms like Kafka
• Drive code quality through reviews, testing, and mentoring
• Contribute to future-state system design and architecture

What You’ll Bring

• Expert-level Java skills, especially around concurrency and system design
• Deep experience with Spring/Spring Boot and relational databases (preferably Oracle)
• Hands-on experience with messaging systems (Kafka preferred)
• A background in high-throughput transactional systems
• Bonus: Experience with Kotlin, Swagger/OpenAPI, and IBM MQ

Why Join Us

• Hybrid work model (up to 60% remote)
• Competitive compensation: $140,000–$180,000 base salary + benefits
• Robust perks including generous PTO, wellness programs, family support, and professional development
• Inclusive environment with strong communities of practice and employee resource groups

📍 Location: Cary, NC

💡 Work Mode: Hybrid (in-office + remote flexibility)