Full-Time

Staff Software Engineer

Reporting Workflow

Posted on 8/16/2024

Ridgeline

Ridgeline

201-500 employees

Cloud software for investment management firms

Enterprise Software
Fintech

Senior

Reno, NV, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office presence.

Category
Full-Stack Engineering
Software Engineering
Required Skills
Kotlin
Data Structures & Algorithms
Java
C#
AWS
Requirements
  • 6+ years in a software engineering position or similar function, with a history of designing and developing new products and using new technologies
  • A degree in Computer Science, Information Science, or a related discipline
  • Mastery of data structures, algorithms, state machines, and architectural patterns
  • Experience working with relational databases and/or enterprise frameworks
  • Understanding of building back-end infrastructure using AWS offerings such as Aurora, ECS, S3, and Lambdas
  • Expertise in one or more of the following languages: Kotlin, Java, C#
  • Willingness to learn about new technologies while simultaneously developing expertise in a business domain/problem space
  • Ability to focus on short-term deliverables while maintaining a big-picture perspective
  • An aptitude for problem solving
  • Ability to communicate effectively with colleagues at all levels and all audiences
Responsibilities
  • Contribute business insight, design skills, and technical expertise to a team where design, strategy, and engineering collaborate closely
  • Drive projects through the entire full-stack software development process, from requirements and design reviews through the implementation of a new product
  • Impact an evolving tech stack based on modern front-end frameworks and cost-efficient utilization of AWS back-end services
  • Participate in the creation and construction of developer-based automation that leads to scalable, high-quality applications customers will depend on to run their businesses
  • Coach, mentor, and inspire teams of software engineers that are responsible for delivering high performing, secure enterprise applications
  • Think creatively, own problems, seek solutions, and communicate clearly along the way
  • Contribute to a collaborative environment deeply rooted in learning, teaching, and transparency
  • Demonstrate a strong dedication to code quality, automation and operational excellence: unit/integration/component tests and workflows

Ridgeline develops cloud-based software designed for investment management firms, focusing on unifying applications and providing valuable data insights. Their software streamlines operations by connecting different departments within an organization, transforming the back office into a strategic asset. Ridgeline operates on a subscription model, allowing firms to access their services as software as a service (SaaS), which helps ensure consistent revenue and supports their growth. Unlike competitors, Ridgeline emphasizes a values-driven culture, prioritizing ambition, collaboration, and humor, while also engaging directly with customers through a design partnership program to tailor their solutions to real-world needs. The company's goal is to enhance operational efficiency and improve investment decision-making for their clients.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

Incline Village, Nevada

Founded

2018

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for mobile solutions boosts Ridgeline's market potential.
  • Real-time data analytics enhances investment decision-making for Ridgeline's clients.
  • Cloud-native architecture adoption supports Ridgeline's scalability and flexibility.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from established platforms like BlackRock's Aladdin is intense.
  • Rapid growth may strain Ridgeline's resources and affect service quality.
  • Subscription model risks financial instability if customer acquisition slows.

What makes Ridgeline unique

  • Ridgeline offers a unified cloud platform for investment management firms.
  • The company emphasizes values-driven culture and customer-centric design partnerships.
  • Ridgeline's software transforms back-office functions into strategic differentiators.

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Benefits

Stock option grants

Full medical, dental, & vision benefits

12-week paid parental leave

401K

Unlimited vacation

Dog-friendly

Annual Wellness Reimbursement

Annual Education Reimbursement

INACTIVE