WHO WE ARE
Apex Fintech Solutions (AFS) powers innovation and the future of digital wealth management by processing millions of transactions daily, to simplify, automate, and facilitate access to financial markets for all. Our robust suite of fintech solutions enables us to support clients such as Stash, Betterment, SoFi, and Webull, and more than 20 million of our clients' customers.
Collectively, AFS creates an environment in which companies with the biggest ideas in fintech are empowered to change the world. We are based in Dallas, TX and also have offices in Austin, New York, Chicago, Portland, Belfast, and Manila.
If you are seeking a fast-paced and entrepreneurial environment where you'll have the opportunity to make an immediate impact, and you have the guts to change everything, this is the place for you.
AFS has received a number of prestigious industry awards, including:
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2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards
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2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company
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2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards
ABOUT THIS ROLE
Join our Apex Platform Sustaining Engineering team as a Java Developer, where you will contribute to the improvement and maintenance of our Software development toolkit. Your role will involve participating in system design and development and exploring innovative technologies. This position provides the chance to work alongside a team of experienced developers in building robust platform systems that support the Apex ecosystem and modern investment applications.
Duties/Responsibilities:
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Design and Development: Participate in developing and maintaining services for specific business use-cases.
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Code Quality Assurance: Follow code standards and maintain high code quality through code reviews and adherence to best practices.
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Documentation and Training: Assist in documenting services and follow guidelines and best practices. Engage in training sessions to understand and implement best practices effectively.
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Monitoring and Optimization: Support monitoring of performance and reliability of services, identifying potential issues. Participate in optimization activities to ensure efficient service delivery.
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Collaboration and Communication: Collaborate with development teams and stakeholders to ensure engineering activities align with business goals. Communicate updates and changes effectively to relevant teams.
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Self-Leadership: Demonstrate initiative by staying informed about industry trends and emerging technologies. Encourage a culture of continuous improvement by sharing knowledge and best practices with peers.
Required Qualifications:
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2-3 years of experience developing with Java in production environments.
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Experience in designing, building, and supporting software systems.
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Familiarity with a cloud platform such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.
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Basic understanding of containerization (Docker) and orchestration technologies (Kubernetes).
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Fundamental database skills (SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or similar).
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Good communication and collaboration skills, with ability to work within cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications:
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Understanding of CI/CD principles and experience with tools like Bazel and GitHub Actions.
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Experience in Go (Golang) and Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices.
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Experience or interest in high-growth, high-traffic application environments.
Education and/or Experience:
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Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, or a related field.
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2-3 years of professional experience working in a development team, participating in code reviews and software practices.
Work Environment:
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Enjoy a blend of in-office and remote work options, with at least two days per week in the office.
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Benefit from individual desks featuring sit/stand adjustments for enhanced comfort and productivity.
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Free snacks and beverages are available in the office.
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Opportunities for professional development and career growth.
Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.
Our Rewards
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including a market-leading salary with an annual bonus, 20 days of vacation leave plus regular and special non-working holidays, and a training and development budget. Our benefits also cover private health insurance for medical and dental, as well as life insurance. We emphasize work-life balance with flexible working hours, parental leave, a modern city center office, and a hybrid work schedule that allows for greater flexibility by partially working from home. Additional perks include monthly team lunch-outs, unlimited drinks and snacks, and company recognition & rewards.
EEO Statement
Apex Fintech Solutions is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.
Disability Statement
Apex Fintech Solutions is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please submit your request via the Candidate Accommodation Requests Form. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.
