A Career with Point72’s Technology
As Point72 reimagines the future of investing, our Technology group is constantly improving our company’s IT infrastructure, positioning us at the forefront of a rapidly evolving technology landscape. We’re a team of experts experimenting, discovering new ways to harness the power of open-source solutions, and embracing enterprise agile methodology. We encourage professional development to ensure you bring innovative ideas to our products while satisfying your own intellectual curiosity.
What you’ll do
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced software engineer to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in Core Java, a deep understanding of equity and macro asset classes, and extensive knowledge of commodities trading. You will be responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining large-scale, fault-tolerant systems, leveraging AWS and Terraform for cloud infrastructure, and utilizing SQL Server for data management.
Lead the design and development of high-performance, scalable software solutions using Core Java.
Apply your knowledge of equity and macro asset classes, as well as commodities trading, to develop innovative solutions that meet business needs.
Architect and implement large-scale, fault-tolerant systems that ensure high availability and reliability.
Utilize AWS services and Terraform to build and manage cloud infrastructure, ensuring efficient deployment and scalability.
Design and optimize SQL Server databases to support application requirements and ensure data integrity.
Work closely with cross-functional teams, including traders, analysts, and other engineers, to gather requirements and deliver solutions that drive business success.
Stay up-to-date with emerging technologies and industry trends and apply this knowledge to improve existing systems and processes.
Provide guidance and mentorship to junior engineers, fostering a culture of learning and growth within the team.
What’s required
•10+ years of engineering experience within a financial services environment.
•Proficiency in Core Java with a strong understanding of object-oriented programming principles.
•In-depth knowledge of equity and macro asset classes, as well as commodities trading.
•Experience in building large-scale, fault-tolerant systems.
•Proficiency in AWS and Terraform for cloud infrastructure management.
•Strong SQL Server skills, including database design and optimization.
•Ability to analyze complex problems and develop effective solutions.
•Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
•Proven ability to work collaboratively in a team environment and contribute to a positive team culture.
•Commitment to the highest ethical standards.
We take care of our people
We invest in our people, their careers, their health, and their well-being. When you work here, we provide:
- Fully-paid health care benefits
- Generous parental and family leave policies
- Mental and physical wellness programs
- Volunteer opportunities
- Non-profit matching gift program
- Support for employee-led affinity groups representing women, minorities and the LGBT+ community
- Tuition assistance
- A 401(k) savings program with an employer match and more
About Point72
Point72 Asset Management is a global firm led by Steven Cohen that invests in multiple asset classes and strategies worldwide. Resting on more than a quarter-century of investing experience, we seek to be the industry’s premier asset manager through delivering superior risk-adjusted returns, adhering to the highest ethical standards, and offering the greatest opportunities to the industry’s brightest talent. We’re inventing the future of finance by revolutionizing how we develop our people and how we use data to shape our thinking. For more information, visit
The annual base salary range for this role is $240,000-$285,000 (USD) , which does not include discretionary bonus compensation or our comprehensive benefits package. Actual compensation offered to the successful candidate may vary from posted hiring range based upon geographic location, work experience, education, and/or skill level, among other things.
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