AVP/VP, Software Engineer (Front Office), Technology Group

Location:Singapore

Job Function:Technology Group

Job Type:Permanent

Req ID:16245

GIC is one of the worlds largest sovereign wealth funds. With over 2000 employees across 11 locations around the world we invest in more than 40 countries globally across asset classes and businesses. Working at GIC gives you exposure to an extraordinary network of the worlds industry leaders. As a leading global long-term investor we Work at the Point of Impact for Singapores financial future and the communities we invest in worldwide.

Technology Group
We experiment design and lead a 247 global business where we support core capabilities in asset management trading investment operations and risk management. We deliver secure reliable and integrated solutions and provide insights on new and emerging technologies.

Business Partner & Solutions
You will help to explore new and existing technology to support our strategic and operational business needs across our Public Markets Private Markets Total Portfolio Risk Corporate Services and Enterprise Solutions.

What impact can you make in this role
You will be empowered to be at the top of your game by providing strategic partnership and innovative technology solutions that supports GICs vision of being a tech-driven global long-term investment firm.

What will you do as a Software Engineer (Front Office)

• Collaborate with Front Office: Be co-located with the Front Office department to build strong relationships and foster collaboration
• Develop and Support Technology Solutions: Develop enhance and support GICs comprehensive Front Office Technology and Data solutions across Public and Private Markets in one of the following functions:
  • Portfolio Analytics and Portfolio Management
  • Deal and Order Management
  • Trading Trading Automation and Analytics
  • Securities Financing and Treasury
  • Quant Engineering and Data Management
• Business Process Improvement: Identify challenges and opportunities in business processes. Work closely with product managers to plan design develop and implement business capabilities using Agile methodologies
• Technology Best Practices: Implement technology best practices and coding standards across the team to ensure high-quality deliverables
• Technical Expertise: Actively stay up-to-date with new technologies and be able to provide technical expertise and sound advice to business stakeholders

What makes you a successful candidate

• Bachelors Degree in Computer Science Information Technology or equivalent experience

• At least 5 to 10 years of relevant experience in software development with at least 2 years of experience working in or leading high performing software development teams

• Proficient in building distributed systems and Cloud native applications

• In-depth understanding and hands-on technical skills at least one of the following languages:

  • C# Java and/or Python

  • JavaScript and React

  • Database technologies such as Microsoft SQL Oracle and PostgreSQL

  • Modern API platform design (REST gRPC etc.)

  • Container orchestration technologies such as Docker Kubernetes

• Experience with AWS architecture is preferred

• Experience with Agile and TDD methodologies is advantageous

• Prior experience working in the financial services industry is beneficial

Work at the Point of Impact
We need to be forward-looking to attract the right people to help us become the Leading Global Long-term Investor. Join our ambitious agile and diverse teams - be empowered to push boundaries and pursue innovative ideas share your views and be heard. Be anchored on our PRIME Values: Prudence Respect Integrity Merit and Excellence which guides us in how we make our day-to-day decisions. We strive to inspire. To make an impact.

Flexibility at GIC
At GIC our offices are vibrant hubs for ideation professional growth and interpersonal connection. At the same time we believe that flexibility allows us to do our best work and be our best selves. Thus our teams come into the office four days per week to harness the benefits of in-person collaboration but have the flexibility to choose which days they work from home and adjust this arrangement as situational needs arise.

We are an equal opportunity employer
GIC is an equal opportunity employer and we value diversity. We do not discriminate based on race religion color national origin sex gender gender expression sexual orientation age marital status veteran status or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.
Please email at any point of the application or interview process if adjustments need to be made due to a disability.

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