At a Glance
- Tasks: Modernise and maintain our proprietary back-office platform while collaborating on innovative solutions.
- Company: Join Capstone, a leading asset management firm with a focus on collaboration and innovation.
- Benefits: Enjoy competitive pay, wellness resources, training opportunities, and a supportive work culture.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team that values creativity, teamwork, and personal growth.
- Why this job: Make a real impact by solving interesting problems and driving technological advancements.
- Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science, experience in Python/Java, and strong problem-solving skills.
The predicted salary is between 70000 - 90000 £ per year.
We see the world differently at Capstone Investment Advisors. Capstone is one of the leading asset management firms in derivatives and complementary strategies. For over 20 years, across market cycles, we have identified anomalies, tracked dislocations, and capitalised on opportunities to deliver for our investors. Our approach is built on a different way of investing, working together to innovate new strategies and solutions.
The Team You will be joining at an exciting moment - we are upgrading our Enterprise Engineering capability as part of a broader firm‑wide initiative to scale and improve our technology platform. You will partner directly with the business to deliver high‑quality solutions to genuinely interesting problems, taking ownership of meaningful work from day one.
Responsibilities and Impact
- Modernise, extend, and maintain BOSS – our proprietary back‑office platform – with a focus on performance, reliability, and scalability.
- Own the end-to-end delivery process: partner with stakeholders to understand problems, design solutions, and ship thoroughly tested code.
- Build and architect new software to streamline and automate workflows across Operations, Treasury, Fund Accounting, IR, and Compliance.
- Collaborate with engineers across the wider technology group – including front office, data, and AI teams – to tackle cross‑cutting challenges.
- Help drive the migration of legacy components to modern, maintainable standards.
Skills and Qualifications
- Minimum bachelor’s degree in computer science or a related field.
- Production-level Python and/or Java experience; SQL fluency.
- Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
- Collaborative, proactive communicator who takes ownership and follows through.
- Experience with React or modern front-end frameworks.
- Familiarity with C# (we have several legacy C# components under active migration).
- Experience in a Linux environment.
- Demonstrated interest in process automation and workflow optimisation.
- Comfortable using AI coding productivity tools (GitHub Copilot, Claude) – we use these firm‑wide and expect our engineers to leverage them extensively.
Benefits & Compensation
Our team is our most important asset and investment. We value and respect our colleagues and their well‑being inside and outside the workplace and our culture reflects this. We offer a robust and competitive benefits program to ensure the well‑being of our colleagues. Some benefits included in this role are:
- Training and development opportunities.
- Robust Wellness Resources: Physical, Mental and Financial.
- Time‑Off, Retirement and Commuter Benefits.
- Gym Reimbursement and other Discounts.
Equal Opportunity Employer At Capstone, we value a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace where all employees feel appreciated and respected. Our commitment to a nondiscriminatory approach extends equal opportunities for employment and advancement across our programs, departments, and locations. We actively seek and appreciate a variety of life experiences and heritages and advocate for the amplification of all voices.
Company Culture
- Experimentation: We love fresh ideas and encourage you to try new things.
- Collaboration: We’re big on teamwork.
- Trust: We believe in building strong, honest relationships.
- Discipline: In our fast‑paced world, staying focused is crucial.
Be part of a team that values your creativity and dedication. Together, let's push boundaries and achieve great things.
Enterprise Software Engineer London, England employer: Capstone Investment Advisors LLP.
At Capstone Investment Advisors, we pride ourselves on being an exceptional employer, offering a dynamic work culture that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our London office provides employees with access to robust training and development opportunities, comprehensive wellness resources, and a supportive environment where your contributions are valued. Join us to be part of a team that encourages experimentation and personal growth while tackling meaningful challenges in the asset management industry.
Contact Details:
Capstone Investment Advisors LLP. Recruitment Team