Technical Lead Software Engineer

About Eleven Recruiting
We are a specialized technology staffing agency supporting professional and financial services companies. Why do we stand out in technology staffing? We listen and act as advisors for our candidates on how they can best add value, find interesting projects, and pave a path for career advancement. We advocate for best pay, diversity in tech, and best job-fit for every candidate we place.

Our client, a global investment firm, is seeking a Technical Lead Software Engineer to join their team in New York, NY!

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable, robust software solutions using Python, Java, SQL, and Snowflake.
• Collaborate with stakeholders across investment, operations, and data teams to gather requirements and architect solutions aligned with business goals.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to a team of software engineers, promoting best practices in coding, testing, and deployment.
• Review code, troubleshoot issues, and ensure high-quality, maintainable software delivery within Agile development frameworks.
• Drive integration of new technologies and practices into the existing technology stack to enhance performance and scalability.
• Ensure data integrity, security, and availability in applications and data pipelines.
• Manage project timelines, task allocation, and team performance to meet deadlines and deliverables.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams including product managers, data analysts, and infrastructure teams.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of software engineering experience, with strong proficiency in Python , Java , and SQL .
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake or similar cloud-based data warehousing platforms.
• 3+ years of experience leading or managing software engineering teams.
• Strong understanding of software development best practices, version control (e.g., Git), and CI/CD pipelines.
• Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver complex technical projects on time.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior experience in an investment firm or financial services environment .
• Familiarity with market data feeds, trading systems, portfolio analytics, or risk management platforms.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and DevOps tools.
• Experience with data modeling, ETL pipelines, and real-time processing.