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Staff Software Engineer, Performance and Analytics Reno, NV

Ridgeline, Inc., Reno, NV, United States


Staff Software Engineer, Performance and Analytics
Are you a detail-oriented engineer with a passion for uncovering insights through quantitative analysis? Do you excel at solving complex financial challenges and driving data-driven decision‑making? Are you looking for an opportunity to innovate and contribute to the development of a next‑generation portfolio performance measurement system? Do you have expertise in performance measurement standards, such as GIPS, and the ability to leverage modern tools to deliver impactful results? If so, we invite you to join our forward‑thinking team

We are seeking a Performance Measurement & Attribution Engineer with deep expertise in portfolio performance measurement systems, attribution models, and investment data management to help us scale our GIPS‑compliant performance and analytics platform. In this role, you’ll leverage your domain knowledge to design and enhance high‑impact systems for performance measurement, tackle complex data challenges, and craft solutions that empower informed decision‑making. Your ability to navigate industry standards, such as GIPS, will be critical in building systems that meet the highest benchmarks of accuracy and speed. By joining our dynamic FinTech startup, you’ll contribute to redefining investment management technology while fostering a collaborative and engaging work environment

You must be work authorized in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

The impact you will make:

Design portfolio performance measurement and attribution systems to support multiple reporting workflows

Propose technical design solutions and drive decision‑making in a fast‑paced, growing team

Partner closely with design, strategy, and engineering teams in an environment rooted in learning, teaching, and transparency

Engage in the entire development process, from requirements and design reviews to implementation and testing

Develop systems to handle complex asset classes, including derivatives, fixed income, and private equity

Optimize time‑weighted returns (TWR), internal rate of return (IRR), and performance attribution calculations

Impact a developing tech stack based on AWS back‑end services

Create automation that leads to scalable, high‑quality applications that customers rely on to run their businesses

Coach, mentor, and inspire fellow engineers to deliver high‑performing, secure enterprise applications

Think creatively, tackle complex problems, seek innovative solutions, and communicate clearly throughout the process

Contribute to a culture of collaboration, continuous learning, and transparency

What we look for:

5+ years of experience in software engineering with a strong background in architecting and designing performance reporting and analytics systems

Strong proficiency in performance measurement for equities, fixed income, derivatives, and alternative investments such as private equity and hedge funds

Completion of or progress towards CFA, CIPM or related performance measurement certification

Expertise in performance measurement concepts and methodologies, including TWR, Brinson Attribution, GIPS, and Profit and Loss analysis

Proficiency in working with relational or analytical databases, with the capability to optimize queries

Experience building cloud native applications on AWS, Azure, Google Cloud

A degree in Finance (relevant to performance measurement), Computer Science, Information Science, or a related discipline

Willingness to learn about new and develop expertise in varying technologies

Strong understanding of the value of automated testing at all levels

Ability to focus on short‑term deliverables while maintaining a big‑picture long‑term perspective

Strong problem‑solving skills and an aptitude for tackling complex challenges

Excellent communication skills and the ability to engage with colleagues at all levels

A serious interest in having fun at work

Bonus:
Experience with GitHub Copilot or ChatGPT

Experience with Kotlin and/or other JVM languages

Familiarity with industry software and data sets such as Bloomberg, FactSet, Refinitiv, and ICE
This role is only available in Reno, NV and is a hybrid role.

Compensation and Benefits
As an employee at Ridgeline, you’ll have many opportunities for advancement in your career and can make a true impact on the product. In addition to the base salary, Ridgeline employees can participate in our Company Stock Plan subject to the applicable Stock Option Agreement. We also offer rich benefits that reflect the kind of organization we want to be: one in which our employees feel valued and are inspired to bring their best selves to work. These include unlimited vacation, educational and wellness reimbursements, and $0 cost employee insurance plans. Please check out our Careers page for a more comprehensive overview of our perks and benefits.

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