Lead Software Engineer
The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) · Tampa, FL
- On site
- Full-time
- $150,000 / year
- Tampa, FL
Job highlights
- Lead software engineering for critical financial applications.
- Design, develop, and test complex software solutions.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams and business partners.
- Ensure application performance and compliance with standards.
- Hybrid work model with competitive compensation offered.
About the role
About The Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC)
Are you ready to make an impact at DTCC? Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and supportive team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We are committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to creating a workplace that looks like the world that we serve.
The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance.
Pay And Benefits
- Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive
- Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location
- Pension / Retirement benefits
- Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).
The Impact You Will Have In This Role
The Development family is responsible for creating, designing, deploying, and supporting applications, programs, and software solutions. May include research, new development, prototyping, modification, reuse, re-engineering, maintenance, or any other activities related to software products used internally or externally on product platforms supported by the firm. The software development process requires in-depth subject matter expertise in existing and emerging development methodologies, tools, and programming languages. Software Developers work closely with business partners and / or external clients in defining requirements and implementing solutions. The Software Engineering role specializes in planning, documenting technical requirements, designing, developing, and testing all software systems and applications for the firm. Works closely with architects, product managers, project management, and end-users in the development and enhancement of existing software systems and applications, proposing and recommending solutions that solve complex business problems.
Your Primary Responsibilities
- Act as a technical expert on one or more applications utilized by DTCC
- Work with the Business System Analyst to ensure designs satisfy functional requirements
- Partner with Infrastructure to identify and deploy optimal hosting environments
- Tune application performance to eliminate and reduce issues
- Research and evaluate technical solutions consistent with DTCC technology standards
- Align risk and control processes into day to day responsibilities to monitor and mitigate risk; escalates appropriately
- Apply different software development methodologies dependent on project needs
- Contribute expertise to the design of components or individual programs, and participate in the construction and functional testing
- Support development teams, testing, troubleshooting, and production support
- Create applications and construct unit test cases that ensure compliance with functional and non-functional requirements
- Work with peers to mature ways of working, continuous integration, and continuous delivery
- Aligns risk and control processes into day to day responsibilities to monitor and mitigate risk; escalates appropriately
Qualifications
- Minimum of 6 years of related experience
- Bachelor's degree preferred or equivalent experience
Talents Needed for Success
- Fosters a culture where honesty and transparency are expected.
- Stays current on changes in his/her own specialist area and seeks out learning opportunities to ensure knowledge is up-to-date.
- Invests effort to individually coach others.
- Builds collaborative teams across the organization.
- Communicates openly keeping everyone across the organization informed.
Key skills/competency
- Lead Software Engineer
- Software Development
- Application Design
- Technical Expertise
- Risk Management
- Agile Methodologies
- Performance Tuning
- Testing
- Infrastructure
- Problem Solving
Skills & topics
- Lead Software Engineer
- Software Development
- Application Design
- Technical Expertise
- Risk Management
- Agile Methodologies
- Performance Tuning
- Testing
- Infrastructure
- Problem Solving
- Financial Markets
- IT Solutions
- Hybrid Work
- Java
- Python
- Cloud Computing
- CI/CD
- SDLC
- Software Architecture
- System Design
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 6+ years of experience and specific software engineering accomplishments relevant to DTCC's mission. Emphasize your technical expertise and leadership skills.
- Showcase collaboration: In your application and interviews, provide examples of how you've built collaborative teams and communicated openly within an organization.
- Demonstrate technical depth: Be prepared to discuss your experience with software development methodologies, application design, performance tuning, and risk management.
- Understand DTCC's culture: Research DTCC's commitment to innovation, trust, and diversity. Align your responses with their values of honesty and transparency.
- Ask insightful questions: Prepare questions about the team, projects, and opportunities for professional development to show your engagement and interest.
Technical preparation
Behavioral questions
Frequently asked questions
- What is the work arrangement for the Lead Software Engineer role at DTCC?
- The Lead Software Engineer role at DTCC operates on a hybrid model, requiring 3 days onsite and 2 days remote. Specific onsite days might include Tuesdays and Wednesdays, with a third day determined by the team or employee.
- What are the key technical responsibilities for a Lead Software Engineer at DTCC?
- Key responsibilities include acting as a technical expert, working with Business System Analysts on design, partnering with Infrastructure for hosting, tuning application performance, researching technical solutions, and creating applications with unit tests. You will also contribute to continuous integration and delivery.
- What qualifications are essential for the Lead Software Engineer position at DTCC?
- Candidates should have a minimum of 6 years of related experience. A Bachelor's degree is preferred, or equivalent experience will be considered. Strong technical expertise and leadership qualities are also crucial.
- How does DTCC invest in the professional development of its Lead Software Engineers?
- DTCC is committed to employee growth. They offer opportunities to stay current on changes in specialist areas, seek out learning opportunities, and invest in coaching others. The collaborative environment also fosters continuous learning.
- What kind of compensation and benefits can a Lead Software Engineer expect at DTCC?
- DTCC offers competitive compensation including base pay and annual incentives. Benefits include comprehensive health and life insurance, well-being programs, pension/retirement plans, and paid time off for personal and family care.
- How does DTCC ensure a diverse and inclusive workplace for its Lead Software Engineers?
- DTCC is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity. They do not discriminate based on race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. They also provide reasonable accommodation for individuals with disabilities.
- What is the salary range for a Lead Software Engineer at DTCC?
- The salary range provided is indicative for roles at this level across all US locations. The actual salary will be determined based on the specific role, location, individual experience, skills, and other considerations.