Software Developer II

InvestCloud (formerly Advicent) is looking for a talented and motivated Software Developer II to join our team. You will deliver and support our web-based financial planning applications using technologies such as C#/.Net Core, C++, and Java. The ideal candidate will combine their technical expertise with a passion for learning and working in a team-based environment.

This position has the option to work remotely from anywhere, or from our Milwaukee, WI office.

• The technical skills: C#, C++, Java, JavaScript/TypeScript – This Software Developer II is focused on helping our business logic development, building out calculation and workflow functionality for our SPA experiences. We’re on a transition path to get our .Net components to .Net Core, and some existing core elements are built with C++ and Java. We can train you up and adapt if your background is with other common frameworks/technologies.

• An end-to-end problem-solving mindset – A Software Developer II will be tasked with turning ideas into reality, from prototyping and analyzing problem statements; to implementing, reviewing, and verifying work; up through deployment to our users. Bonus points if you’ve had experience with financial services or with DevOps principles and practices!

• The ability to get things done – A Software Developer II will work in an agile development environment, with two-week sprint cycles and a baseline expectation of delivering work to a live environment every sprint. We break down work to deliverable increments, but the key to making that happen is the follow-through of each member of the team to contribute to those commitments.

• Analytical – you can break down the problems to their roots and apply development skills to solve them
• Curiosity – you embrace new ideas and concepts and are eager to learn more as a part of self-driven continuous improvement
• Adaptability – you are comfortable rolling with changes that comes with each iteration, as our priorities and focus are continuously refined
• Generosity – you break down walls and silos, and share knowledge, ideas, and kindness freely with others for the team’s benefit
• Autonomy – you are driven in your individual efforts, making effective use of your time, and proactively communicating to other when you encounter issues or need help
• Empathy – you put yourself in the shoes of users, stakeholders, and colleagues, to best understand how to help them
• Humility – you are confident without being arrogant - others will look to you for assistance and guidance and you are open to advice and suggestions of others

• B.S. in computer science or information systems technology, plus 3-5 years of relevant experience; or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Demonstrate a high level of creativity and problem solving skills
• Highly experienced with C++, C#, Java, or equivalent programming languages
• Posses excellent written and oral communication skills
• Prior experience or demonstrated engagement in financial services is a plus