Software Engineer
Summary
Software engineer (0-3 years) building and maintaining production features on Jacobi's SaaS platform for institutional multi-asset investment management, including custom client solutions and quantitative models in production. Core stack: Python, Java, SQL, with React/JavaScript and open-source tooling; hybrid in Brisbane collaborating with teams in London and San Francisco.
Jacobi builds an open-architecture SaaS platform for institutional multi-asset investment management—portfolio construction, risk analytics, custom workflows, and client-ready reporting on a shared data foundation. You’ll join engineers across Brisbane, London, and San Francisco shipping production software used by investment teams worldwide.
We’re looking for someone team-focused who likes solving problems with Python, Java, React, JavaScript, SQL and open-source tooling. You’ll use AI as part of day-to-day delivery, collaborate closely with other engineering teams on the Jacobi platform, and help bring proprietary quantitative models into production. We get the best from people when they work where they feel most engaged—hybrid by design.
In the role, you will:
Contribute to Jacobi’s core platform by building and maintaining production features used by institutional investment teams.
Architect and implement solutions to custom requirements for key clients
Collaborate with a global expert team across Brisbane, London, and San Francisco
Get exposure to a broad range of leading edge technologies
Benefits include:
Competitive salary with equity and bonus potential
Flexible hybrid work arrangements
Great potential for your personal growth and development within the organisation
Relaxed and supportive team-based environment which encourages new ideas and autonomy
Must have:
Bachelor's or master's degree in a related field (e.g. Computer Science, Software Engineering)
0-3 years experience in software development
Proficiency in Java and Python with strong software development best practices
Experience interacting with REST APIs
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills with a keen eye for detail
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Ability to adapt to a dynamic and fast-paced start-up environment
Curious with a passion for learning
Nice to have:
JavaScript, TypeScript and/or React experience
Databricks and Apache Spark experience
Prior experience in client-facing roles and client engagement
Knowledge and use of Git
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferably) and IaC tools (e.g. Terraform)
Study, experience or knowledge in economics or finance