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Full-Time

Senior Software Engineer

Security Infrastructure

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Clear Street

Clear Street

201-500 employees

Provides prime brokerage and trading services

Enterprise Software
Fintech
Financial Services

Expert

London, UK

Category
Security Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kubernetes
Microsoft Azure
Python
Git
Java
Docker
AWS
Development Operations (DevOps)
Google Cloud Platform
Requirements
  • At least ten (10) years of professional experience in software engineering, with a focus on software supply chain security.
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, or Go, and experience with DevOps tools and practices.
  • Experience with containerization technologies (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Experience with Git principles and command line
  • Proven leadership skills, with experience leading and mentoring engineering teams.
  • Excellent communication skills, with the ability to convey complex security concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Responsibilities
  • leading a team of talented engineers, driving the design, implementation, and maintenance of robust security solutions while also ensuring a seamless developer experience across our software development lifecycle.
  • lead efforts to fortify our software supply chain against vulnerabilities and threats, ensuring the integrity and trustworthiness of our software products.
  • designing and implementing solutions for fortifying our runtime environment in AWS and Kubernetes, including automation for AMI hardening and orchestration of OS patches.
  • work horizontally across the Infrastructure and Security teams, closely collaborating with Engineering leadership and the company’s CISO to design the Security Infrastructure team’s roadmap.
  • draw up technical project designs and execution plans and be involved hands-on in the implementation of these projects.
  • advocate for developer-friendly security solutions, providing tools and resources to empower Clear Street’s engineers to make informed security decisions.
  • champion a culture of security awareness and best practices among developers, promoting a proactive approach to addressing security concerns.

Clear Street provides a unified platform for trading various financial products, including equities and options, across major markets. Their services focus on prime brokerage, which encompasses trade execution, financing, clearing, and custody, helping clients manage their trading activities effectively. The platform is cloud-based and API-first, allowing for easy integration with other systems and scalability for users. This approach sets Clear Street apart from competitors by reducing technical setup time for clients, enabling them to concentrate on trading. The company's goal is to enhance the infrastructure of capital markets, making trading more efficient and accessible for a wide range of clients, from individual investors to large institutions.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$1.3B

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2018

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

14%

1 year growth

26%

2 year growth

35%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The appointment of industry veterans like Edward Tilly and Sean Hendelman strengthens Clear Street's leadership and strategic direction.
  • Clear Street's launch of futures clearing services and professional clearing services for market makers opens new revenue streams and market opportunities.
  • The company's strong capital base and rapid client acquisition, with over 160 new institutional clients in the past year, indicate robust growth potential.

What critics are saying

  • The competitive landscape of financial technology and prime brokerage services could pressure Clear Street to continuously innovate to maintain its edge.
  • Integrating acquisitions and new hires may pose challenges in maintaining a cohesive company culture and operational efficiency.

What makes Clear Street unique

  • Clear Street's cloud-based, API-first platform offers unparalleled scalability and flexibility, setting it apart from traditional prime brokerage services.
  • The company's focus on modernizing capital markets infrastructure through a unified platform for trading equities and options provides a seamless experience for sophisticated traders.
  • Clear Street's rapid expansion and acquisition strategy, including the purchase of algo firm Fox River, demonstrates its commitment to innovation and growth.

Benefits

Company equity

401k matching

Parental leave

Full medical, dental & vision insurance

Lunch stipends

Fully stocked kitchens

Happy hours