Software Engineering Experts

About the Software Engineering Experts Role

Nexus Consulting is seeking highly skilled technical and analytical professionals to participate in a series of paid research interviews. This short-term, flexible, hourly contract opportunity supports advanced market and technology research initiatives aimed at understanding how technical professionals make financial, career, and technology-related decisions.

As a Software Engineering Expert, you will contribute valuable insights through confidential, one-on-one research conversations, impacting key market and technology research.

Key Responsibilities

• Participate in scheduled 30–60 minute research interviews.
• Share insights on professional background, decision-making, and technology usage.
• Discuss financial behavior, investment tools, and workflow preferences.
• Provide honest and detailed feedback to support research and analysis.
• Follow all confidentiality and participation guidelines.

Eligibility & Qualifications

We are looking for individuals with a strong background in a technical or analytical field, including:

• Software engineering, data science, or product and design.
• Engineering (mechanical, electrical, chemical, aerospace, etc.).
• Finance or quantitative roles (investment banking, private equity, venture capital, hedge funds, trading, FP&A).
• Scientific or research-based professions.

A Bachelor’s degree or higher in a technical or STEM-related field is preferred. Strong communication skills and the ability to articulate professional insights are essential. Candidates must currently reside in one of the following U.S. metropolitan areas: Austin, Boston, Chicago, Dallas–Fort Worth, Denver, Houston, Los Angeles, Miami, New York, Philadelphia, San Antonio, San Diego, San Francisco Bay Area, Seattle, or Washington, DC. We also welcome candidates based in the United Kingdom, Canada, Europe, Singapore, Dubai, or Australia who are legally able to work as independent contractors in their jurisdiction.

Preferred qualifications include active investment or brokerage accounts with platforms such as Vanguard, Fidelity, Charles Schwab, Robinhood, E*Trade, Interactive Brokers, SoFi, Betterment, TD Ameritrade, or Wealthfront.

Work Details

• Fully remote engagement.
• Flexible scheduling options.
• One-time or repeat sessions available based on project needs.
• Each session typically lasts approximately 30–60 minutes.

Contract & Payment Terms

• Independent contractor engagement.
• Paid weekly via Stripe or Wise.
• Rate: USD 150 per hour.
• No sales, no marketing, and no follow-up communication after participation.
• No access to confidential or proprietary employer data is required.

Key skills/competency

• Software Engineering
• Data Science
• Product Design
• Financial Analysis
• Market Research
• Technical Communication
• Strategic Decision-Making
• Investment Platforms
• Quantitative Research
• Confidentiality