Excel Engineer
A NYC-based Hedge Fund is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Investment Technology team, focused on building and supporting Excel-based applications for portfolio managers and analysts. The ideal candidate will have deep experience developing Excel add-ins using ExcelDNA or AddInExpress, strong C# skills, and a solid understanding of financial data systems and workflows.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and maintain Excel-based models and applications for the Investment Team.
- Integrate Excel with internal and external data sources using custom add-ins and automation tools.
- Collaborate with investment professionals and technology teams to gather requirements and deliver scalable solutions.
- Provide support for Excel-related incidents and ensure high availability of tools.
- Implement automation and enhancements to improve performance and usability.
Candidate Profile:
- 5+ years of experience building Excel-based applications in financial services.
- Proficient in C# and .NET, with hands-on experience using ExcelDNA, AddInExpress, or PyXLL.
- Strong SQL skills and familiarity with databases such as MSSQL and Snowflake.
- Experience working with investment teams or traders in a high-performance environment.
- Excellent communication skills and a proactive, collaborative mindset.
Nice to Have:
- Experience with Python integration and client frameworks.
- Familiarity with Office 365, SharePoint, and Power BI.
- Scripting knowledge (e.g., PowerShell, Bash).
- Understanding of distributed systems and issue tracking in large-scale environments.
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