Senior Software Engineer - Financial Systems

The Senior Software Engineer - Financial Systems at Alarm.com is primarily responsible for designing, developing, and maintaining financial systems that support key business functions. This includes collaborating with the Finance and Billing departments and integrating with external platforms. You’ll take part in the entire project life cycle, lead system architecture, and ensure the ongoing operational support of essential tools and services.

To qualify for the Senior Software Engineer - Financial Systems position at Alarm.com, candidates should have a minimum of 5 years of professional software development experience. Key qualifications include strong skills in object-oriented programming, proficiency in SQL and database design, and experience with external APIs and third-party integrations. Familiarity with ERP software, payment processors, and financial systems will also be an asset.

In the Senior Software Engineer - Financial Systems role at Alarm.com, you will be working with a modern tech stack that includes .NET, SQL Server, Ember.js, Node.js, as well as both native iOS and Android applications. This opportunity allows you to gain exposure to a wide range of current technologies in the financial systems space.

Currently, Alarm.com values in-person collaboration. Employees generally work from the office four days a week, providing a great opportunity for close teamwork and interaction with your colleagues. This arrangement is part of our dedication to fostering a strong team culture.

Alarm.com offers a comprehensive benefits package to its Senior Software Engineers, including competitive salaries, subsidized medical options, an HSA with generous contributions, a 401(k) plan with employer matching, and generous paid time off. Employees also enjoy wellness programs, professional development opportunities, and a fun team culture with events and activities throughout the year.

When answering this question, discuss relevant past projects where you were involved in financial software development, detailing your specific role, the technologies used, and the outcomes achieved. Highlight your understanding of integrating financial systems and your approach to ensuring accuracy and security in financial transactions.

Describe your approach to fostering collaboration, such as regular communication, setting clear expectations, and being open to feedback. You might share examples of successful collaborations on past projects, emphasizing your ability to navigate different perspectives and work toward shared goals.

Discuss your time management techniques, prioritization skills, and any agile methodologies you employ to work efficiently while maintaining high standards of quality. Provide examples of situations where you successfully delivered projects on time while ensuring robust solutions.

Identify the programming languages you're proficient in and explain your preference for certain languages in the context of financial systems. Share examples of projects where you utilized these languages effectively and the specific benefits they brought to the development process.

Reflect on a specific challenge, explaining the context and technical details. Highlight your problem-solving strategy, collaboration with teammates, and the positive outcome that resulted from your actions. This demonstrates your resilience and adaptability in the face of obstacles.

Share your methods for assessing priorities based on deadlines, impact, and resources. You might mention tools you use or frameworks like the Eisenhower Matrix to help organize tasks effectively. Emphasize your experience in project management and your ability to juggle competing demands.

Outline your philosophy on writing unit tests and quality assurance, including the practices you implement to ensure that your code is reliable. Discuss specific testing frameworks you prefer and the impact this has on the overall quality of the software you develop.

Discuss your commitment to continuous learning through online courses, attending conferences, reading industry publications, and engaging with the developer community. Being proactive about growth will show your enthusiasm for staying current in the fast-evolving tech landscape.

Share your knowledge of database design principles, normalization, indexing strategies, and any specific databases you’ve worked with. Mention projects where you had to optimize queries for better performance, illustrating your ability to effectively manage large datasets.

Provide a specific instance where you helped mentor a junior developer, detailing the approach you took, the skills you taught, and the results of your efforts. This showcases not only your expertise but also your commitment to fostering growth in others.