Apex Fintech Solutions Logo

Apex Fintech Solutions

Staff Platform Engineer

Job Posted 11 Days Ago Posted 11 Days Ago
Hybrid
3 Locations
165K-206K Annually
Senior level
Hybrid
3 Locations
165K-206K Annually
Senior level
The Staff Platform Engineer will design and implement scalable cloud infrastructure, maintain core platform services, and mentor a team of engineers to enhance collaboration and technical expertise.
The summary above was generated by AI

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:

  • 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2018 Best Wealth Management Company - presented by Fintech Breakthrough Awards

  • 2021 Most Innovative Companies - presented by Fast Company

  • 2021 Best API & Best Trading Technology - presented by Global Fintech Awards

ABOUT THIS ROLE

Are you passionate about building highly scalable infrastructure? Join us in building the next generation of trading platforms that will enable investors of all levels to fulfill their financial goals. 

 

We’re seeking an innovative, passionate, and forward-thinking individual to join us as a Staff Platform EngineerThis is an opportunity to join a fast-paced team with the urgency of a startup and expertise of an established organization. Due to the space we innovate in, your products will process billions of transactions per day in real-time and power both startup and established industry participants. 

Duties/Responsibilities

 

Platform Design & Architecture

  • Design and implement scalable, fault-tolerant cloud platform infrastructure that meets the needs of , adhering to industry best practices and regulatory requirements.

  • Collaborate with engineering, security, and operational teams to streamline platform architecture and system dependencies.

  • Conduct performance and scalability assessments to identify areas for optimization.

Platform Development & Maintenance

  • Build, maintain, and enhance core platform services, ensuring stability, reliability, and compliance.

  • Develop and support automation tools and frameworks for provisioning, monitoring, and scaling of infrastructure.

  • Lead the adoption and implementation of cloud-native technologies and containerized architecture.

Leadership & Collaboration

  • Mentor a team of engineers to share knowledge, elevate technical expertise, and foster a culture of collaboration and innovation.

  • Participate in strategic technical decision-making to align technology investments with business objectives.

  • Act as a technical stakeholder for evaluating vendor solutions, tools, and frameworks.

Education and/or Experience

  • A bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering or similar field (or equivalent work experience) required

  • 8+ years of prior work experience

  • Experience and/or passion with – Financial Markets, Execution Platforms, Foreign Exchange, Cryptocurrency, Digital Assets 

Required/Skills Abilities

  • Strong proficiency in communication and project management at all levels 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of infrastructure architecture and design patterns 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of GCP, AWS, and/or Azure concepts and implementation, GCP preferred 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of Kubernetes, GKE preferred 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of database platforms such as Postgres and BigQuery 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of Infrastructure-as-code tools, such as Terraform, Terragrunt, Pulumi, Crossplane, Ansible,and Puppet 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of Observability platforms, Datadog preferred 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of CI/CD tools, such as GitHub Actions 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of workload optimization for cloud-native applications 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of programming languages and concepts, preferably Python, Go, or Java 

  • Strong proficiency and in-depth understanding of security concepts for infrastructure and application security 

  • Commitment to code quality, peer reviews and strong engineering practices 

  • Ability to learn new and unfamiliar technologies quickly, as required 

  • Self-starter with 'whatever it takes' attitude in a dynamic work environment 

Work Environment

  • This job operates in a hybrid environment, 3 days in office, 2 days and can be based full time out of either of our Austin, Chicago, or Dallas offices.

#engineering #mid-senior #full-time #LI-XX #APEX

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 healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. At AFS , we offer a hybrid work schedule for most roles that allows employees to have the flexibility of working from home and one of our primary offices.

Salary Range

$164,500-$205,500

The annual base salary range for this position is noted above. Exact compensation offered may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and office location.

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.

Top Skills

Ansible
AWS
Azure
BigQuery
Crossplane
Datadog
GCP
Github Actions
Gke
Go
Java
Kubernetes
Postgres
Pulumi
Puppet
Python
Terraform
Terragrunt

Apex Fintech Solutions Austin, Texas, USA Office

2010 E 6th St, Austin, TX, United States, 78702

Similar Jobs at Apex Fintech Solutions

11 Days Ago
Hybrid
3 Locations
165K-206K Annually
Senior level
165K-206K Annually
Senior level
Fintech • Software • Financial Services
The Staff Platform Engineer will design and develop scalable cloud infrastructure, enhance platform services, mentor engineers, and ensure compliance while utilizing cloud-native technologies.
Top Skills: AnsibleAWSAzureBigQueryCrossplaneDatadogGCPGithub ActionsGkeGoJavaKubernetesPostgresPulumiPuppetPythonTerraformTerragrunt
4 Days Ago
Hybrid
Austin, TX, USA
Junior
Junior
Fintech • Software • Financial Services
As a Software Engineer II, you will build user interfaces for financial solutions, collaborate with teams, write well-tested code, and focus on sustainable development practices.
Top Skills: CiCSSReactTypescript
4 Days Ago
Hybrid
Austin, TX, USA
Senior level
Senior level
Fintech • Software • Financial Services
The Senior Software Engineer will design, develop, and deploy software while ensuring system reliability, collaborating with teams, and maintaining production systems. Responsibilities include technical documentation, troubleshooting, and driving innovation in fintech solutions.
Top Skills: AWSAzureCi/CdGCPGoJavaPythonSQL

What you need to know about the Austin Tech Scene

Austin has a diverse and thriving tech ecosystem thanks to home-grown companies like Dell and major campuses for IBM, AMD and Apple. The state’s flagship university, the University of Texas at Austin, is known for its engineering school, and the city is known for its annual South by Southwest tech and media conference. Austin’s tech scene spans many verticals, but it’s particularly known for hardware, including semiconductors, as well as AI, biotechnology and cloud computing. And its food and music scene, low taxes and favorable climate has made the city a destination for tech workers from across the country.

Key Facts About Austin Tech

  • Number of Tech Workers: 180,500; 13.7% of overall workforce (2024 CompTIA survey)
  • Major Tech Employers: Dell, IBM, AMD, Apple, Alphabet
  • Key Industries: Artificial intelligence, hardware, cloud computing, software, healthtech
  • Funding Landscape: $4.5 billion in VC funding in 2024 (Pitchbook)
  • Notable Investors: Live Oak Ventures, Austin Ventures, Hinge Capital, Gigafund, KdT Ventures, Next Coast Ventures, Silverton Partners
  • Research Centers and Universities: University of Texas, Southwestern University, Texas State University, Center for Complex Quantum Systems, Oden Institute for Computational Engineering and Sciences, Texas Advanced Computing Center
By clicking Apply you agree to share your profile information with the hiring company.

Sign up now Access later

Create Free Account

Please log in or sign up to report this job.

Create Free Account