As a Staff Software Engineer, you'll develop and maintain full-stack applications with generative AI features, oversee software cycles, and lead technical initiatives.
WHO WE ARE
We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm, using technology to find a better way of doing things. The company's first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6's core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, FOCUS, We Insure, Evil Geniuses, Poker Power, and Zogo.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Applied AI team at PEAK6 is dedicated to integrating generative artificial intelligence with our proprietary platforms to enhance strategic initiatives and operational efficiencies.
We are looking for a versatile Staff Software Engineer who is skilled in both frontend and backend technologies, and who has experience in generative AI to help advance our technology initiatives. This role involves designing and developing comprehensive, scalable applications that influence the core decision-making processes within the firm.
This role can be based out of our Austin, TX HQ.
What you'll do:
YOUR EXPERIENCE
OUR REWARDS
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.
PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.
PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at hrpeak6@peak6.com. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.
#PEAK6
We are PEAK6, a leading investment firm, using technology to find a better way of doing things. The company's first tech-based solution was developed in 1997 to optimize options trading, and over the past two decades, the same formula has been used across a range of industries, asset classes, and business stages to consistently deliver superior results. Today, PEAK6 seeks transformational opportunities to provide capital and strategic support to entrepreneurs and forward-thinking businesses. PEAK6's core brands include PEAK6 Capital Management, PEAK6 Strategic Capital, Apex Fintech Solutions, FOCUS, We Insure, Evil Geniuses, Poker Power, and Zogo.
ABOUT THIS ROLE
The Applied AI team at PEAK6 is dedicated to integrating generative artificial intelligence with our proprietary platforms to enhance strategic initiatives and operational efficiencies.
We are looking for a versatile Staff Software Engineer who is skilled in both frontend and backend technologies, and who has experience in generative AI to help advance our technology initiatives. This role involves designing and developing comprehensive, scalable applications that influence the core decision-making processes within the firm.
This role can be based out of our Austin, TX HQ.
What you'll do:
- Develop, test, and maintain applications spanning front-end and server-side technologies that integrate advanced generative AI functionalities.
- Build responsive user interfaces that provide seamless and efficient interactions with large-scale data systems and real-time generative AI applications.
- Oversee the full software development cycle from conception to deployment, ensuring robustness, security, and scalability.
- Perform technical leadership tasks, including conducting code reviews, managing source control repositories, and documenting software solutions.
- Engage with stakeholders to gather requirements, deliver updates, and facilitate the integration of new technologies.
- Remain up-to-date with industry best practices in full stack development and artificial intelligence.
YOUR EXPERIENCE
- Minimum 8 years' experience with responsive web app and mobile development
- Minimum 8 years' experience in software development with expertise in frameworks such as React, Angular, Vue.js for frontend and Node.js, Python, or Go for backend.
- Comprehensive understanding of RESTful APIs
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to perform in a fast-paced, dynamic team environment.
- Effective communication skills, capable of handling multiple projects and deadlines.
OUR REWARDS
We offer a robust package of employee perks and benefits, including healthcare benefits (medical, dental and vision, EAP), competitive PTO, 401k match, parental leave, and HSA contribution match. We also provide our employees with a paid subscription to the Calm app and offer generous external learning and tuition reimbursement benefits. As a hybrid workforce, we offer our employees the ability to work remotely up to two days a week.
PEAK6 is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, and gender identity), national origin, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any other protected characteristic. Our hiring practices ensure that all qualified applicants receive fair consideration without regard to these characteristics.
PEAK6 is committed to creating an inclusive and accessible workplace for all candidates, including those with disabilities. We are dedicated to ensuring equal employment opportunities and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. If you require reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, please contact our HR department at hrpeak6@peak6.com. We will work with you to provide the necessary accommodations to ensure your full participation in our hiring process.
#PEAK6
Top Skills
Angular
Go
Node.js
Python
React
Vue
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