Ghr is hiring a Principal Engineer to be responsible for defining and leading the engineering approach for the Global Markets Digital Asset Platform, a first-of-its-kind platform using distributed ledger technology. This senior-level role involves hands-on development, technical oversight, and strategic partnership to build scalable, high-performance solutions for capital markets.
What You'll Do
- Develop the engineering approach for the entire program/portfolio solution and work with Architecture to develop, analyze, and deliver the implementation of technical enablers.
- Lead the planning, definition, and design of complex features which span multiple teams and explore solution alternatives.
- Create ideas on designing complex technology and solution development approaches.
- Lead the technical oversight for teams in solution development including design reviews and code within your domain.
- Define the technology tool stack for the solution within a range of internally approved and supported technologies.
- Explore state-of-the-art technologies to improve development efficiencies, quality of test/QA coverage, and release management.
- Lead and be responsible for the end-to-end test strategy, creation, and adherence, and the integration between teams for a program/portfolio solution.
- Identify, design, and implement integrating applications with scalability and availability requirements.
- Develop architectural approaches for Digital Asset software and hardware integration.
- Work with stakeholders from both the business and technology organizations to optimize product design.
- Mentor team members in technical design and development best practices.
- Monitor Digital Asset industry trends and stay abreast of advancements in distributed ledger technology, machine learning, and data science to continuously innovate and improve solutions.
What We're Looking For
- Hands-on experience with enterprise-grade blockchains.
- Experience implementing smart contract based solutions.
- Knowledge of digital asset frameworks, products, and tools for agentic solutions.
- Extensive experience in designing and implementing multi-tier (including microservices) application platforms.
- Advanced proficiency in object-oriented techniques and REST API development.
- In-depth knowledge of databases, large structured and unstructured dataset processing, and messaging.
- Proven ability to partner effectively with business stakeholders to drive technology strategy and align with organizational goals.
- A self-starter attitude that quickly adapts to new technologies and industry trends.
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills to work independently and in a collaborative environment.
- Higher education in computer science or relevant previous work experience.
- 10+ years of relevant experience with a degree in engineering.
Nice to Have
- Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP etc).
- Professional or personal experience in Capital Markets, Payments, or DeFi Markets.
Team & Environment
Digital Assets Technology works across Sales & Trading front office and back office to build out the GM Digital Asset platform.
Benefits & Compensation
- Access to paid time off, resources, and support.
- Industry-leading benefits.
- Eligible for an annual discretionary incentive award based on individual performance, line of business performance, and company success.
- Annualized salary range: $156,500.00 - $230,000.00.
Work Mode
This role is onsite at US - NY - New York - 1100 Ave Of The Americas - Two Bryant Park (NY1540).
Ghr is guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We are driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities, and shareholders every day. We are committed to being a Great Place to Work, an inclusive workplace, attracting and developing exceptional talent, supporting teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness, recognizing and rewarding performance, and making an impact in the communities we serve.
