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Software Engineer - Python, Business Operations

Summary

Build and maintain a PostgreSQL-based cost-attribution system, integrate finance/HR tools, and embed AI features for Akuna Capital’s internal operations.

You will lead development for Business Operations technology supporting Procurement, Finance, and Human Resources. You will develop a bitemporal PostgreSQL cost-attribution database, integrate data from internal systems, build pipelines and reports, apply AI capabilities through native tools and APIs, and create automated solutions while maintaining appropriate security and data-handling controls.

Responsibilities

  • Lead development efforts for the FP&A Cost Attribution Project
  • Develop a bitemporal PostgreSQL database for traceable cost allocation
  • Build and maintain integrations with Jira, NetSuite, Device42, Bitbucket, and other data sources
  • Support the Q1 2027 deployment with schema documentation and handoff materials
  • Maintain the cost-attribution system in production
  • Lead engineering efforts for Business Operations teams
  • Rebuild quote order management systems with the Procurement team
  • Build data pipelines and automate reports for Finance and Human Resources
  • Integrate systems as operational needs arise
  • Prioritize development work with the Director of Operations
  • Identify and implement native AI features in existing business tools
  • Build custom integrations using APIs, MCP, or comparable protocols
  • Evaluate manual processes and implement AI-assisted or automated alternatives
  • Maintain security best practices and data-handling controls when integrating AI tooling

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or equivalent practical experience
  • 3-5 years of professional software development experience
  • Experience working as a sole or lead developer on cross-functional projects
  • Strong proficiency in Python or another backend language used for data integration and automation
  • Strong SQL skills
  • Relational database design experience
  • PostgreSQL experience
  • Experience building and consuming REST APIs, including authentication, error handling, and data transformation
  • Experience integrating Jira or JSM, NetSuite, Bitbucket or Git, and Device42 or equivalent tools
  • Hands-on experience integrating LLM or AI APIs such as Anthropic or OpenAI
  • Experience with prompt construction and structured and unstructured outputs
  • Version control proficiency with Git
  • Ability to communicate technical concepts and tradeoffs to non-technical stakeholders
  • Ability to work independently and manage competing priorities
  • Experience in financial services, trading, or a data- and compliance-sensitive industry
  • Experience with cost allocation, chargeback, or FinOps frameworks
  • Experience building internal tools or dashboards for non-technical users
  • Exposure to procurement or vendor management systems

Benefits

  • Employer-paid medical insurance
  • Employer-paid dental insurance
  • Employer-paid vision insurance
  • Retirement contributions
  • Paid time off

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