
About Arcesium
Empowering asset managers with advanced fintech solutions
Key Highlights
- Spin-out from D. E. Shaw group, enhancing expertise
- Headquartered in New York City with a strong fintech focus
- Supports over 100 clients in the asset management sector
- Employs between 1,000 and 5,000 professionals
Arcesium, a spin-out of the D. E. Shaw group, specializes in software and services for asset managers, focusing on post-trade activities. Headquartered in New York City, Arcesium supports over 100 clients, including hedge funds and investment firms, with its comprehensive suite of financial technolo...
🎁 Benefits
Arcesium offers competitive salaries, equity options, generous PTO policies, and a flexible remote work environment to support work-life balance....
🌟 Culture
Arcesium fosters a culture centered on innovation and collaboration, emphasizing a strong engineering focus and a commitment to delivering high-qualit...
Skills & Technologies
Overview
Arcesium is hiring a Principal Distributed Systems Engineer to build next-generation technology for sophisticated hedge funds. You'll work with distributed systems technologies and lead high-visibility engineering efforts. This position requires 3-5 years of relevant experience.
Job Description
Who you are
You have a strong academic background in computer science and at least 3-5 years of relevant experience as a software engineer at a top startup or technology firm. You possess expertise in distributed systems technologies and have a passion for solving complex data-driven challenges. Your experience with Kafka or equivalent streaming technology sets you apart, as you understand the intricacies of building robust systems that handle large volumes of data efficiently.
You thrive in collaborative environments, valuing intellectual curiosity and proactive ownership. Your ability to lead high-visibility engineering efforts demonstrates your capability to manage complex projects and drive innovation. You are committed to continuous learning and professional development, eager to contribute meaningfully from day one.
What you'll do
In this role, you will be responsible for building next-generation technology used by some of the most sophisticated hedge funds in the world. You will design exciting new products for our offering, leveraging best-of-breed distributed systems technologies. Leading high-visibility engineering efforts, you will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our solutions meet the evolving needs of our clients. Your contributions will directly impact the success of our platform and the satisfaction of our clients.
You will also mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster a culture of learning and growth within the team. Your leadership will help shape the direction of our engineering efforts, ensuring that we remain at the forefront of innovation in the financial technology space.
What we offer
At Arcesium, we offer a dynamic work environment where you can thrive and grow. You will have the opportunity to work on challenging projects that make a real difference in the financial industry. We value collaboration and encourage you to take ownership of your work, contributing to our mission of delivering advanced solutions to our clients. Join us and be part of a team that is dedicated to innovation and excellence in financial technology.
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