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1mo ago

Principal Full Stack Software Engineer, Investments Technology (Public Markets)

Liberty Mutual Boston, MA

Boston, MA

1mo ago Closed

$128k - $225k/yr Full time Backend Developer Python Senior

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Aug 26, 2026).

Job Description

Liberty Mutual Investments is seeking a Principal Full Stack Software Engineer to lead the Public Markets Agile Squad. The role focuses on delivering real-time, low-latency trading and market data platforms, providing architectural guidance and engineering standards in collaboration with product owners and stakeholders.

Details

Location: Boston, MA (hybrid)
Salary: USD 128,000 - 225,000 per year
Experience: 8+ years
Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience

Responsibilities

Provide hands-on technical leadership designing and building real-time, high-throughput trading and market data platforms for Global Liquid Markets
Partner closely with Product Owners, business stakeholders, and Solution Engineers to co-create solution designs that balance speed, resilience, security, and enterprise quality
Serve as the technical authority on the squad, guiding architecture decisions, setting engineering standards, and ensuring alignment with Public Markets and enterprise technology strategy
Design clean, evolvable architectures for low-latency, event-driven, and API-first systems supporting institutional trading workflows
Embed modern software engineering practices including CI/CD, automated testing, observability, and responsible use of AI across the SDLC to improve developer productivity and system quality
Lead design reviews, produce clear architectural artifacts, and articulate technical trade-offs to both technical and non-technical audiences
Collaborate across squads and enterprise architecture to deliver integrated solutions while avoiding local optimization
Mentor and develop engineers through code reviews, pairing, and coaching, setting a high bar for engineering excellence

Requirements

8+ years of software engineering experience in an agile environment
Prior experience building real-time trading, execution, order management, or market data systems for institutional investors strongly preferred
Deep understanding of distributed systems, low-latency architectures, and resilient, fault-tolerant design
Proven experience working in fast-paced, regulated financial services environments
Strong proficiency in Python and modern backend development; experience with cloud-native architectures on AWS (for example, Lambda, Fargate, Step Functions)
Experience designing and consuming REST and event-driven APIs; familiarity with data platforms such as Snowflake and ingestion pipelines
Practical experience applying AI-assisted tools in the SDLC (for example, code generation, test creation, observability, or productivity tooling)
Excellent communication, facilitation, and influence skills
Deep knowledge of software architecture patterns, security and privacy controls, and enterprise engineering practices
Strong grasp of agile delivery, backlog management, and incremental value delivery
A Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent practical experience
Highly desirable: CFA or progress toward CFA

Technologies

Python
AWS Lambda
AWS Fargate
AWS Step Functions
Snowflake
REST APIs

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3mo ago

Senior Lead Software Engineer – Equities Electronic Trading, Senior Vice President

Citi Jersey City, NJ

Jersey City, NJ

3mo ago Closed

$177k - $265k/yr Full time Backend Developer Senior Agile

This position is no longer accepting applications (closed Jun 23, 2026).

Job Description

Citi invites you to join the Equities Electronic Trading technology team in Jersey City, NJ, on a hybrid, full-time Senior Lead Software Engineer role. You will lead the design and delivery of a next generation, low-latency execution platform and guide cross-functional collaboration with traders, quantitative researchers, technology infrastructure, and QA. The position offers a competitive salary range of USD 176,720 to 265,080 per year and a benefits package that includes medical, dental and vision coverage, a 401(k), life and disability insurance, wellness programs, and paid time off.

Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain high-performance, low-latency electronic execution systems
Partner with traders, quant researchers, and clients to understand needs and translate them into innovative features and enhancements — including execution performance improvements, new liquidity sources, and DMA capabilities
Continuously improve and maintain testing frameworks, development tools, and environments to ensure platform reliability and performance at scale
Leverage Citi's suite of AI-powered development tools throughout the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) to enhance productivity, code quality, and innovation
Contribute to and champion Agile development practices and Continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) processes with a focus on shift-left testing and accelerated release cycles
Build and maintain common solutions for trading platform monitoring, trade reconciliation, application recovery, and other essential support functions

Requirements

Minimum 12 years of experience with strong technical knowledge and expertise in low-latency Java, C++ or Rust
Prior experience developing electronic trading platforms in a global financial institution or equivalent environment
Strong understanding of automated testing techniques and quality engineering practices
Solid understanding of Agile methodologies and Continuous Integration processes
Familiarity with low-latency system design, including performance optimization, concurrency, and high-throughput architecture
Ability to prioritize multiple tasks, set goals, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced, globally distributed environment
Excellent communication skills with the ability to present and grasp complex concepts in a multicultural, cross-regional environment
Knowledge of regional exchange microstructure and regulatory regimes

Technologies

Java
C++
Rust

Benefits

Medical, dental & vision coverage
401(k)
Life, accident, and disability insurance
Wellness programs
Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, and holidays)

Location: Jersey City, New Jersey, United States — Hybrid

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