Software Engineering Lead (MetaTech)
Core
Lead the technical direction and modernization of a proprietary research platform that enables quantitative researchers and portfolio managers to create, deploy, and manage template trading strategies at scale.
Role type
Senior Software Engineering Lead (Platform & Infrastructure)
Builds
Simulation engine, orchestration services, distributed caching infrastructure, and strategy lifecycle management tools
Domain
Quantitative finance / High-performance distributed systems
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Python (data-intensive/systems), C++ 11, distributed computing, service orchestration, large-scale data pipelines, system design, relational/non-relational databases, Unix/Linux
Preferred skills
Simulation systems, financial data infrastructure, agentic workflows, people management
Technologies
Python, C++ 11, Unix/Linux
Responsibilities
Drive technical roadmap balancing feature delivery with infrastructure investment; Lead architectural design and hands-on development; Engage with Researchers and PMs to translate needs into technical solutions; Manage and mentor a team of engineers
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with people management