OpenLink Software Engineering Team Lead, Commodities

The OpenLink Software Engineering Team Lead at DRW is responsible for leading the Commodities Trade Management team, which includes overseeing Openlink Endur software engineers and fostering a culture of innovation and excellence. You'll engage in mentoring, project management, and hands-on software development while ensuring seamless integration of systems and driving optimal performance.

To qualify for the OpenLink Software Engineering Team Lead position at DRW, candidates must have over 10 years of hands-on experience with Openlink Endur, along with at least 3 years in a leadership role managing engineers in a technical setting. Strong communication skills and a background in systems architecture are also crucial for success in this role.

The OpenLink Software Engineering Team Lead at DRW plays a vital role in project management by defining project requirements, allocating resources, and overseeing timely delivery. You'll collaborate with various teams to coordinate efforts and ensure that projects align with DRW's high standards and dynamic market needs.

Technical skills essential for the OpenLink Software Engineering Team Lead at DRW include proficiency in Openlink Endur, experience with OpenJVS or OpenComponents, and familiarity with system architecture and distributed systems design. Additionally, knowledge of energy trading risk management asset classes will be beneficial.

At DRW, the OpenLink Software Engineering Team Lead will have numerous opportunities for mentoring and professional growth. You will guide a talented team of engineers, foster a collaborative environment, and engage in continuous learning while contributing to innovative projects that push the boundaries of trading technology.

Discuss specific projects you've worked on involving Openlink Endur, your understanding of its architecture, and how you have utilized it to integrate with other systems. Highlight your role in mentoring others in these projects.

Share an example of a past conflict situation, how you approached it, and what resolved it. Emphasize your communication skills and ability to foster a positive team culture.

Explain your preferred project management methodologies, how you define requirements, allocate resources, and ensure deadlines are met, and highlight your experience handling any project challenges.

Discuss methods you've used to encourage innovation and learning within your team, such as regular feedback sessions, professional development opportunities, or implementing new tools and processes.

Take the interviewer through a specific technical challenge related to Openlink Endur or software development, your thought process in tackling it, and how your actions led to a successful resolution.

Outline your communication strategies, coordination tactics, or collaborative tools you’ve successfully implemented to enhance cooperation between teams at DRW or in similar environments.

Illustrate your flexible approach to leadership. Discuss how you assess team members' strengths and weaknesses and tailor your mentoring style accordingly to support their growth.

Mention any continuous learning methods you engage in, such as attending conferences, pursuing certifications, or participating in industry forums relevant to trading technologies and software engineering.

Explain your process for assessing compatibility, defining requirements, and managing change while ensuring minimal disruption to existing operations, referencing any relevant past experiences.

Reflect on DRW's values, culture of innovation, and your enthusiasm for leading in a trading technology environment. Tie your personal career goals with DRW’s mission and opportunities to make an impact.