Lead Associate Principal, Software Engineering: Blockchain, Distributed Ledger, Scala at The Options Clearing Corporation

What You'll Do:This role will be responsible for the development and delivery of business features, integrating a variety of upstream data sources and presenting data through the user interface, all while enriching and advancing the platform. This software must achieve a blend of data-rich presentation, performance, user experience, and the capacity to support the busiest trading days in the world economy with rock-solid reliability. The candidate must be able to solve problems creatively, communicate effectively, and proactively engage in technical decision making to achieve these objectives. A team player and work well with business, technical and non-technical professionals in an agile environment.Primary Duties and Responsibilities:To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each primary duty satisfactorily.You'll be working alongside experts that are building OCC's next generation blockchain-based securities lending system, and paving the future of digital transformation in the capital markets industry byCollaborating with others to deliver complex projects which may involve multiple systemsContinuously thinking about the next steps while improving yourself and others around youDeveloping solutions to complex technical challenges while coding, testing, troubleshooting, debugging, and documenting the systems you developOptimizing application performance through analysis, code refactoring, and system tuningRecommending technologies and tools that improve the efficiency and quality of OCC's systems and development processes.Supervisory ResponsibilitiesNoneQualifications:The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the primary functions.[Required] 2+ years of development experience with Scala[Required] 7+ years of experience in software development[Required] 5+ years of experience in Java or related technologies[Required] 3+ years of experience in react js or similar technologies[Required] 1+ years of experience with distributed application design & blockchain[Required] Experience with Akka or other actor-based systems[Required] Experience with Devops and CICD tools (GIT, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes, Harness, Rancher)[Required] Ability to write clean, bug-free code that is easy to understand and easily maintainable[Required] Experience with BDD methodologies & automated acceptance testing[Required] 'Get stuff done' and flexible mindset for greater good of the organization[Required] Intellectually curious and eager to learnTechnical Skills & Background[Required] Scala-based software development experience[Required] Web/mobile application development experience[Required] Understanding of message brokers, Queues and distributed datastores (Kafka, MQ, Redis, Splunk)[Required] Experience working Unix/Linux environments, large software system development, security software development, public-cloud platforms[Required] Fluent in functional programming, object-oriented design, industry best practices, software patterns, and architecture principles[Required] Proficient in the following types of testing: unit, integration, system, functional, non-functional, regression, performance, security, and acceptance[Required] Deep understanding of performance issues and multi-threaded development[Required] Experience with continuous integration tools and techniques, automating processes, and writing scripts using Python and other languages.CertificationsNone RequiredEducation & Training[Required] BS degree in Computer Science, similar technical field required[Preferred] Masters preferredAbout UsThe Options Clearing Corporation (OCC) is the world's largest equity derivatives clearing organization. Founded in 1973, OCC is dedicated to promoting stability and market integrity by delivering clearing and settlement services for options, futures and securities lending transactions. As a Systemically Important Financial Market Utility (SIFMU), OCC operates under the jurisdiction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System. OCC has more than 100 clearing members and provides central counterparty (CCP) clearing and settlement services to 19 exchanges and trading platforms. More information about OCC is available at www.theocc.com.BenefitsA highly collaborative and supportive environment developed to encourage work-life balance and employee wellness. Some of these components include: A hybrid work environment, up to 2 days per week of remote workTuition Reimbursement to support your continued educationStudent Loan Repayment AssistanceTechnology Stipend allowing you to use the device of your choice to connect to our network while working remotelyGenerous PTO and Parental leave 401k Employer MatchCompetitive health benefits including medical, dental and visionVisit https://www.theocc.com/careers/thriving-together for more information.CompensationThe salary range listed for any given position is exclusive of fringe benefits and potential bonuses. If hired at OCC, your final base salary compensation will be determined by factors such as skills, experience and/or education. In addition, we believe in the importance of pay equity and consider internal equity of our current team members as part of any final offer. We typically do not hire at the maximum of the range in order to allow for future and continued salary growth. We also offer a substantial benefits package as noted on www.theocc.com/careers All employees may be eligible for a discretionary bonus. Discretionary bonuses are based on various factors, including, but not limited to, company and individual performance and are not guaranteed.Salary Range$135,500.00 - $219,100.00Incentive Range8% to 15%This position is eligible for an annual discretionary incentive compensation award, for which the target range is listed above (see Incentive Range). The amount of such award, if any, will be based on various factors, including without limitation, both individual and company performance.Step 1When you find a position you're interested in, click the 'Apply' button. Please complete the application andattach your resume.Step 2You will receive an email notification to confirm that we've received your application.Step 3If you are called in for an interview, a representative from OCC will contact you to set up a date, time, and location.For more information about OCC, please click here.OCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer