Senior Software Engineer

Finastra

Paris, France

What will you contribute?

As a Senior Software Engineer, you will be a key contributor to the design, development, and delivery of high-quality software solutions for our financial services clients. This role reports to the Development Manager, and will work within a cross-functional Agile team, contributing to the evolution of our trading and investment platforms, such as Kondor Front Office. This role requires strong C++ expertise, a collaborative mindset, and a passion for solving complex technical challenges in a dynamic, international environment.

Responsibilities & Deliverables

Your responsibilities will include:

Participate in software design meetings and analyze user needs to determine functional and technical requirements;
Design, develop, and maintain high-quality C++ code following best practices (SOLID principles, code reviews, automated testing, CI/CD);
Debug, analyze, and resolve complex application issues;
Collaborate with Business Analysts, QA Engineers, and internal stakeholders to support product releases and resolve software issues;
Share knowledge and mentor team members to foster a culture of continuous learning;
Follow Agile and SAFe methodologies throughout the software development lifecycle;
Contribute to innovation and continuous improvement initiatives within the team.

Required Experience & Skills

5+ years of software development experience with a strong focus on C++ and object-oriented programming;
Experience with C++ required;
Experience with Linux OS, SQL, and relational databases;
Familiarity with RESTful APIs, Kafka, Kubernetes, Linux, Docker, Git, Jira, and Jenkins;
Knowledge of software development methodologies (Agile, Scrum, SAFe);
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills;
Effective verbal and written communication in English;
Experience in the financial services industry is preferred;
Team-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn in a diverse and inclusive environment;
Ability to work independently or within a team environment and handle multiple projects simultaneously.