The Performance & Analytics team works on calculating, reporting, and effectively presenting performance and attribution metrics across investments and many other aggregation levels. This includes analysis of returns, benchmark comparisons, and the factors contributing to performance.
We are in search of a passionate engineer to take on a critical role in evolving our next generation performance & analytics platform, aiming to set a new industry standard in this domain.
What will you do? Contribute design skills and technical expertise to a team where design, strategy, and engineering collaborate closelyBe involved in the entire software development process, from requirements and design reviews through implementationImpact a developing tech stack based on AWS back-end servicesParticipate in the creation and construction of developer-based automation that leads to scalable, high-quality applications customers will depend on to run their businessesCoach, mentor, and inspire teams of product engineers that are responsible for delivering high performing, secure enterprise applicationsThink creatively, own problems, seek solutions, and communicate clearly along the wayContribute to a collaborative environment deeply rooted in learning, teaching, and transparency Desired Skills and Experience 8+ years in a software engineering position with a history of architecting and designing new products and technologiesExperience with Python or Kotlin, and ideally ReactStrong proficiency in working with Aurora or similar databases, with the capability to optimize queriesFamiliar with industry software & data sets: Bloomberg, FactSet, Refinitiv, ICEFamiliar with performance concepts and methodologies: TWR, Brinson Attribution, Profit and LossExperience building cloud native applications on AWS/Azure/Google CloudA degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related disciplineWillingness to learn about new technologies while simultaneously developing expertise in a business domain/problem spaceUnderstand the value of automated tests at all levelsAbility to focus on short-term deliverables while maintaining a big-picture long term perspectiveAn aptitude for complex problem-solvingAbility to communicate with colleagues at all levelsSerious interest in having fun at work Bonus: Buy-side technology experience About Ridgeline
Ridgeline is the industry cloud platform for investment management. It was founded by visionary tech entrepreneur Dave Duffield (co-founder of both PeopleSoft and Workday) to apply his successful formula of solving operational business challenges with bold innovation and human connectivity to the unique needs of the investment management industry.
Ridgeline started with a clean sheet of paper and a deep bench of experts bound by a set of core values and motivated to revolutionize an industry underserved by its current tech offerings. We are building a new, modern platform in the public cloud, purpose-built for the investment management industry and we are prioritizing security, agility, and usability to empower business like never before.
With a growing campus in Reno and offices in New York, Lake Tahoe, and the Bay Area, Ridgeline is proud to have built a fast-growing, people-first company that has been recognized by Fast Company as a "Best Workplace for Innovators," by The Software Report as a "Top 100 Software Company," and by Forbes as one of "America's Best Startup Employers."
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Compensation and Benefits [For New York and California Based Only]
The typical starting salary range for new hires in this role is listed below. In select locations (including, the San Francisco Bay Area, CA, and the New York City Metro Area), an alternate range may apply as specified below.
The typical starting salary range for this role is: $165,000-$200,000.
The typical starting salary range for this role in the select locations listed above is: $175,000-$215,000.
Final compensation amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amount listed above.
As an employee at Ridgeline, you'll have many opportunities for advancement in your career and can make a true impact on the product.
In addition to the base salary, 100% of Ridgeline employees can participate in our Company Stock Plan subject to the applicable Stock Option Agreement. We also offer rich benefits that reflect the kind of organization we want to be: one in which our employees feel valued and are inspired to bring their best selves to work. These include unlimited vacation, educational and wellness reimbursements, and $0 cost employee insurance plans. Please check out our Careers page for a more comprehensive overview of our perks and benefits.