Senior Site Reliability Engineer, DriveWealth
$150-170k
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Cloud-based, API-driven brokerage infrastructure
Open for applications
Cloud-based, API-driven brokerage infrastructure
201-500 employees
Open for applications
$150-170k
More information about location
201-500 employees
Company mission
To make investing accessible to anyone, anywhere.
Role
Who you are
- 3+ years in a Senior SRE role or a similar position, demonstrating deep knowledge and expertise in site reliability engineering and operations
- Working knowledge in REST APIs and understanding of API integration
- Python proficiency in scripting for automation and system management, with a track record of developing and implementing automation solutions
- SQL and Database expertise in transactional databases, including querying and troubleshooting
- Analytical and troubleshooting skills with a demonstrated ability to perform troubleshooting and root cause analysis of technical issues
- Availability for flexible work hours and willingness to cover US markets trading sessions, including L2 on-call coverage
- Knowledge of Change Management Process and Risk Management
- Additional Notes: This role is critical for our continuous operations and requires a commitment to nighttime hours, aligning with the global nature of our financial services. Candidates must be prepared for intense collaboration periods and proactive communication across global teams
Desirable
- Experience in the brokerage or financial industry
- Proficient with cloud services, particularly AWS, and knowledgeable about cloud architecture best practices, including IAM, EC2, S3, and DynamoDB
- Experience maintaining and supporting containerized systems, with familiarity in orchestration tools
- Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices and tools such as Terraform or CloudFormation
- Ability to manage and troubleshoot job scheduling tools like Rundeck or Apache Airflow
- Advanced skills in managing containerized environments using Kubernetes and OpenShift
- Practical experience with Confluent Cloud for event streaming architectures
- Experience with Java applications and a basic understanding of using the browser developer console for front-end debugging
What the job involves
- As a Senior Site Reliability Engineer, you will enhance the reliability and performance of our Brokerage-as-a-Service platform during critical 7/24 operations
- This role demands a proactive approach to managing technical challenges and system optimizations that align with our global operational strategies
- Support the SRE team in developing and implementing enhancements to support workflows, focusing on automation and efficiency improvements
- Handle technical escalations, troubleshoot complex issues, and actively participate in on-call rotations to ensure rapid response and resolution during non-traditional hours
- Adhere and administer incident and change management policies
- Coordinate incident resolution efforts and implement change management protocols to maintain and enhance system reliability, especially during critical system operations at night
- Work closely with the New York office to ensure smooth operation and alignment of SRE practices across time zones
Our take
Robo-advisory products and fractional share trading have expanded the investment industry's reach, attracting a broader audience than ever before. This shift has necessitated a redesign of the fintech industry's infrastructure to support the growing demand for accessible and efficient investment options.
DriveWealth plays a pivotal role in this transformation by developing APIs that serve over 100 global fintechs, challenger banks, and digital wallets. Its infrastructure enables seamless robo-advisory services and fractional share trading, giving retail investors access to the US markets and offering innovative stock reward programs. Among its partners are notable companies like Revolut, MoneyLion, and Hemista.
As the company continues to grow, it remains focused on scaling its business by enhancing its technology stack, pursuing strategic acquisitions, and expanding its team. And is well on its way to its ultimate goal of providing tools that empower companies to create investment products that are both accessible and convenient for everyone.
Kirsty
Company Specialist at Welcome to the Jungle
Insights
-9% employee growth in 12 months
Company
Funding (last 2 of 5 rounds)
Aug 2021
$450m
SERIES D
Oct 2020
$56.7m
SERIES C
Total funding: $552.8m
Company benefits
- Health & wellness packages: We’ve built our benefits offering as a holistic package. We provide multiple health insurance carrier options and plans (medical, dental, vision) with access to HSA and/or FSA tax savings tools. We also provide income protection including life insurance, AD&D, short- and long-term disability, as well as extended coverage resources such as fertility benefits and mental wellness resources
- Vacation & time off: To build a successful organization, employees need time away to rest and recharge, so we provide paid time off including paid holidays and unlimited vacation time. We also strongly believe in work-life balance and, therefore, offer fully remote and hybrid work positions based on role requirements
- Professional developmnet: We believe one of the greatest contributions we can make is investing in our employees’ professional development. Therefore, we offer financial support toward continuing education courses, academic coursework, professional conferences, earning professional certifications, and membership fees to professional organizations
Company HQ
Colgate Center, Jersey City, NJ
Leadership
Robert S. Cortright
(Founder)Co-founded FX Solutions (acquired by Francisco Partners) in 2001 and served as CEo for 9 years. They also co-founded En-to-End Technology Projects in 2008.
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