Principal Software Development Engineer

Principal Software Development Engineer Location: New York, NY About Us: At Clearwater Analytics (CWAN), we are on a mission to become the world's most trusted and comprehensive technology platform for investment management, reporting, accounting, and analytics. We partner with sophisticated institutional investors worldwide and are seeking a Principal SDE who is passionate about innovation and client commitment. Role Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced Principal Software Engineer with over 20 years of hands-on experience in Front-Office architecture and coding. This role requires deep technical expertise in cloud technologies and distributed architecture, with a strong commitment to engineering and operational excellence. Key Responsibilities: Lead the design and implementation of scalable, high-performance software solutions in the investment management domain, specifically in OEMS, PMS, and Asset Management. Drive technical innovation by integrating emerging technologies and best practices into engineering processes. Mentor and guide engineering teams in developing high-quality software solutions, fostering a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align engineering strategies with business objectives and customer needs. Manage large-scale projects from inception to completion, ensuring adherence to best practices in coding and architecture. Present technical concepts and engineering roadmaps to executive leadership, ensuring clarity and alignment with organizational goals. Requirements: 20+ years of hands-on engineering experience, with a focus on architecture and coding in the FinTech sector (strong Front Office experience preferred). Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS/GCP/Azure) and distributed architectures. Experience with real-time systems, asynchronous processing, event-driven architectures, and engineering excellence in a large-scale environment. Proficiency in Java, Python, and familiarity with messaging systems (JMS/Kafka/MQ) and financial protocols (FIX, SWIFT). Strong verbal and written communication skills. Desired Qualifications: Experience in both FinTech and BigTech environments, with a strong understanding of investment management on scale. Familiarity with GenAI/AI technologies and their applications within the financial services industry. What we offer: Business casual atmosphere in a flexible working environment Team-focused culture that promotes innovation and ownership Access cutting-edge investment reporting technology and expertise Defined and undefined career pathways, allowing you to grow your way Competitive medical, dental, vision, and life insurance benefits Maternity and paternity leave Personal Time Off and Volunteer Time Off to give back to the community RSUs, as well as an employee stock purchase plan and a 401 (k) with a match Work from anywhere 3 weeks out of the year Work from home Fridays Why Join Us? This is an incredible opportunity to lead a passionate engineering team that is shaping the future of investment management technology. If you're ready to take your career to the next level and make a significant impact, apply now! Thank you for your interest in a career with Clearwater! Clearwater Analytics (NYSE: CWAN) is transforming investment management with the industry's most comprehensive cloud-native platform for institutional investors across global public and private markets. While legacy systems create risk, inefficiency, and data fragmentation, Clearwater's single-instance, multi-tenant architecture delivers real-time data and AI-driven insights throughout the investment lifecycle. The platform eliminates information silos by integrating portfolio management, trading, investment accounting, reconciliation, regulatory reporting, performance, compliance, and risk analytics in one unified system. Serving leading insurers, asset managers, hedge funds, banks, corporations, and governments, Clearwater supports over $8.8 trillion in assets globally. Learn more at www.clearwateranalytics.com. Studies have shown that women and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. We are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you're excited about this role but your past experience doesn't align perfectly with the job description, we encourage you to still apply! You may be just what we're looking for.