Voleon is a technology-driven firm that applies advanced AI and machine learning to solve real-world challenges in finance.
The company has been an industry leader in the use of AI/ML in investment management for over a decade.
As a Senior/Staff Software Engineer on the Batch and Realtime Streaming team, you will architect, develop, and maintain Voleon’s Batch and Realtime Streaming platform.
This platform serves as the essential data backbone for machine learning research and production trading systems.
You will collaborate with researchers and finance professionals to design high-performance interfaces and tools for feature productization, discovery, access, and management.
The role offers an opportunity to significantly impact the intersection of technology and quantitative finance.
The team values curiosity, innovation, and solid engineering principles, fostering a collaborative culture where creative ideas are encouraged.
You will work alongside seasoned engineers from top technology firms and leading academic institutions, as well as world-class machine learning researchers.
Requirements:
A Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience is required.
A minimum of 5 years of software engineering experience with a strong background in backend systems, distributed computing, or data infrastructure is necessary.
Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Go, and C++ is required.
Understanding of database technologies (Postgres, MySQL, Cassandra, DynamoDB, SQLite, DuckDB, or MongoDB) and experience with APIs (REST/gRPC) is essential.
Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering high-quality, maintainable, and well-documented solutions are required.
Excellent communication and collaboration skills are necessary to work closely with both engineering and research teams.
Benefits:
The base salary range for this position is $225,000 to $310,000, determined by factors such as education, experience, knowledge, skills, and geography.
The benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, life and AD&D insurance, 20 days of paid time off, 9 sick days, and a 401(k) plan with a company match.
Voleon offers a vibrant and intellectually stimulating environment with regular technology talks led by in-house experts and a state-of-the-art modern office.
Daily catered lunches are provided, enhancing the workplace experience.
There is a "Friends of Voleon" Candidate Referral Program that allows individuals to earn $15,000 for successful candidate referrals.
