Principal Software Engineer

At Franklin Templeton, we're advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that's both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.



Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!



ABOUT THE DEPARTMENT


The MosaiQ team delivers a unified data and compute platform for investment professionals, providing access to diverse financial datasets through flexible APIs. The platform supports customized data access based on client needs, contracts, and SLAs. The team builds and operates a factor modeling framework for advanced portfolio management, using both proprietary and client data. MosaiQ also provides managed hosting for custom applications, focusing on performance, scalability, and production support. Team members work cross-functionally to ensure reliable infrastructure, trusted data, and scalable analytics capabilities that support investment decision-making. Joining the team offers exposure to complex financial systems, large-scale data platforms, and meaningful impact on investment decision-making.



HOW YOU WILL ADD VALUE


• You will design, develop, and maintain the MosaiQ data and compute platform.
• You will define and lead application programming interface architecture.
• You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate requirements into solutions.
• You will optimize structured and unstructured database performance.
• You will build and maintain RESTful application programming interfaces.
• You will deploy, monitor, and support backend services.
• You will mentor engineers and review code quality.
• You will evaluate new technologies to improve the platform.



WHAT WILL HELP YOU BE SUCCESSFUL IN THIS ROLE



Experience


• 15+ years of progressive software development experience.
• 10+ years of backend development using Python.
• 5+ years in an engineering leadership role.



Education & Certifications


• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.



Technical Skills


• Strong SQL and NoSQL database expertise.
• Advanced API and distributed systems design experience.
• Hands-on experience with gRPC, JSON/RPC, and RESTful services.
• Containerization and orchestration using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Backend development on Linux environments.



Soft Skills


• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Effective cross-functional communication skills.



WORK SCHEDULE & LOCATION


This is a hybrid position based in the NYC or California area, with three days in the office. Standard working hours and flexible scheduling details will be shared during the hiring process.


Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards-monetary and non-monetary - designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary range for this position to be $165,000-$222,000 depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.


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Experience our welcoming culture and reach your professional and personal potential!


Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.


By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.



Highlights of our benefits include:

• Three weeks paid time off the first year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
• Employee Stock Investment Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
• Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
• Onsite cafeteria*

*Only applicable at certain locations



Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton


Franklin Templeton is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation.


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