Trading & Operations Software Engineer at Viking Global Investors

Viking Global Investors LP is a prominent global investment firm established in 1999. We currently manage over $48 billion in capital across a diverse range of strategies, including public equity, private equity, and credit and structured capital. With a dedicated team of more than 275 employees, we operate out of offices in Stamford, New York, Hong Kong, London, and San Francisco. Our technology department mirrors our business philosophy by gathering talented individuals to tackle complex challenges and maintain our position at the cutting edge of the industry.

What is this role?

We are looking for a Senior Trading & Operations Software Engineer to join our team in Stamford, Connecticut. This is a full-time, on-site position based at our 600 Washington Boulevard office. You will be a key member of our Trading and Operations Development group, working alongside product managers, business users, and other senior engineers to build and maintain the core systems that power our trading, treasury, and operations activities.

What will you do?

• Design, build, and deploy .NET Core microservices to enhance our settlement, counterparty selection, and trading workflows.
• Manage and customize third-party trading systems by configuring features and integrating them with our internal software ecosystem.
• Partner directly with our Treasury, Operations, and Trading teams to deliver new functionality, troubleshoot issues, and ensure our users have a seamless experience.

What makes you a great fit?

To succeed in this role, you should have a strong background in software engineering and a passion for building high-quality systems. We are looking for the following qualifications:

• At least five years of experience developing software using an object-oriented language.
• Deep proficiency in C#, SQL Server, and modern web development practices.
• A commitment to writing clean, testable code supported by solid computer science fundamentals.
• Previous experience working within a financial services firm or a buy-side asset manager.
• Strong communication skills and the ability to build effective working relationships in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience with Angular for web application development is considered a plus.

What's in it for you?

Joining our team means you will have the opportunity to work on high-impact projects that directly support our firm's strategic goals. You will be part of a collaborative environment that values knowledge sharing, continuous learning, and technical excellence. We pride ourselves on maintaining a high bar for our work and providing our team members with the tools they need to hone their craft. Viking is an equal opportunity employer. If you have questions regarding your candidacy or require reasonable accommodation during the recruitment process, please reach out to our recruiting team.