The Senior Software Engineer I is an experienced technology professional responsible for designing, developing, and supporting software solutions across Middle and Back Office functions, including Investment Operations, Fund Operations, and Finance. This role partners with business and technology teams to improve operational processes, enhance data quality, and deliver reliable, scalable platforms that support asset management operations.

The position requires strong technical skills, an understanding of asset management workflows, and the ability to translate business requirements into practical technology solutions. The engineer contributes to modernization efforts, automation initiatives, and ongoing platform enhancements while maintaining a focus on quality, reliability, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

Software Engineering & Delivery

• Design, develop, test, and support applications supporting Investment Operations, Fund Operations, and Finance.
• Deliver scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions aligned with enterprise engineering standards.
• Participate in system integrations across front-, middle-, and back-office platforms.
• Contribute to automation initiatives that improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement sustainable solutions.

Data & Platform Support

• Support data flows across portfolio accounting, fund accounting, and reporting platforms.
• Assist with reconciliation, valuation, and financial reporting processes by developing and maintaining supporting technology solutions.
• Contribute to data quality, governance, and monitoring initiatives.
• Help improve platform reliability, performance, and scalability.

Business Partnership

• Work closely with Investment Operations, Fund Accounting, Finance, and Reporting teams to understand requirements and deliver technology solutions.
• Participate in analysis, design, testing, and implementation activities for business initiatives.
• Develop knowledge of asset management workflows and supporting technologies.

Operational Excellence & Risk Management

• Support daily operational processes including valuation, NAV production, reconciliation, and trade processing.
• Monitor application performance and proactively identify opportunities for improvement.
• Follow established controls, compliance requirements, and risk management practices.
• Participate in audit and regulatory support activities as needed.

Team Collaboration

• Share technical knowledge and collaborate effectively with engineers, analysts, architects, and product teams.
• Provide guidance and support to less experienced engineers when appropriate.
• Participate in agile ceremonies and support continuous improvement efforts.
• Contribute to engineering standards, code reviews, and quality practices.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field.
• 4+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Experience building and supporting enterprise applications in financial services, asset management, or related industries.
• Understanding of one or more Middle and Back Office business functions, including:
• Investment Operations (trade processing, settlements, reconciliations)
• Fund Operations (NAV, valuation, or fund accounting)
• Finance (financial reporting, accounting, or general ledger processes)
• Experience with portfolio accounting or fund accounting platforms (e.g., Eagle, Geneva, or similar environments) is preferred.
• Proficiency in one or more modern programming languages such as Java, Python, or C#.
• Experience with APIs, application integrations, database technologies, and data processing solutions.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to cloud-based technologies and modern application architectures.
• Experience with data integration, data quality, or reporting platforms.
• Familiarity with investment management operating models and operational workflows.
• Knowledge of Agile development methodologies.
• Experience working within regulated financial services environments.

Success Profile (What Great Looks Like)

• Consistently delivers high-quality technology solutions that meet business needs and support operational stability.
• Demonstrates ownership of assigned applications, services, and development work.
• Builds effective partnerships with business and technology stakeholders.
• Identifies opportunities to improve processes, automation, and system reliability.
• Develops increasing expertise in asset management operations and supporting technologies.
• Contributes positively to team culture, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

The following locations are examples of market-specific salary ranges across different geographies. 

• Wichita, KS: $105,000 - $123,000 / year
• Des Moines, IA: $110,000 - $130,000 / year
• Charlotte, NC: $116,000 - $136,000 / year
• Chicago/Minneapolis: $127,000 - $150,000 / year
• Los Angeles/New York City: $140,000 - $165,000 / year

Work Environment

This role offers in-office, hybrid (blending at least three office days in a typical workweek), and remote work arrangements (only if residing more than 30 miles from Des Moines, IA, Raleigh, NC, or Charlotte, NC). You’ll work with your leader to figure out which option may align best based on several factors.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship

At this time, we're not considering candidates that need any type of immigration sponsorship now or in the future or those needing work authorization for this role. (This includes, but is not limited to students on F1-OPT, F1-CPT, J-1, etc.) 

Nonimmigrant Workers and Green Card for Employment-Based Immigrants

Investment Code of Ethics

For Principal Global Investors positions, you’ll need to follow an Investment Code of Ethics related to personal and business conduct as well as personal trading activities for you and members of your household. These same requirements may also apply to other positions across the organization.

Experience Principal

At Principal, we value connecting on both a personal and professional level. Together, we’re imagining a more purpose-led future for financial services – and that starts with you. Our success depends on the unique experiences, backgrounds, and talents of our employees. And we support our employees the same way we support our customers: with comprehensive, competitive benefit offerings crafted to protect their physical, financial, and social well-being. Check out our careers site to learn more about our purpose, values and benefits.

Principal is an Equal Opportunity Employer

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.

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