Software Engineer (.NET & Advent APX)

We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer with strong expertise in Advent APX , .NET (C#) , and MS SQL Server to support enterprise Wealth & Asset Management platforms. The ideal candidate should possess hands-on experience in application support, backend development, platform optimization, database administration, automation, and modern engineering practices. This role offers the opportunity to work on business-critical investment management platforms while driving automation, process optimization, and the adoption of modern technologies including AI and microservices. Key Responsibilities Platform & Database Management • Manage, maintain, and optimize the Advent APX platform. • Ensure the stability, availability, and performance of the Advent APX application environment. • Design, develop, optimize, and troubleshoot complex MS SQL Server databases. • Write and optimize T-SQL queries, stored procedures, functions, and triggers. • Monitor database performance and implement tuning strategies. • Ensure database integrity, backup, recovery, and high availability. Application Development • Design, develop, and maintain backend applications using .NET (C#). • Build scalable, secure, and maintainable backend services. • Develop APIs and integration services to support business applications. • Work closely with business users and technical teams to deliver platform enhancements. • Troubleshoot production issues and provide Tier-2/Tier-3 application support. • Participate in code reviews and follow software engineering best practices. Test Automation & DevOps • Design and implement automated testing frameworks. • Develop automation scripts using tools such as Playwright or equivalent. • Improve software quality through automated regression and validation testing. • Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines. • Support release management and deployment automation. Process Improvement & Innovation • Review existing business processes and identify opportunities for automation. • Modernize legacy workflows through engineering improvements. • Integrate modern APIs and microservices using .NET and Node.js. • Evaluate and implement AI and Large Language Model (LLM) technologies to automate business processes and improve operational efficiency. • Contribute to continuous improvement initiatives across engineering teams. Required Technical Skills Advent APX • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience administering and supporting Advent APX. • Strong understanding of Wealth & Asset Management platforms. • Experience in APX configuration, customization, troubleshooting, and performance optimization. Microsoft SQL Server • Expert-level proficiency with MS SQL Server. • Advanced T-SQL programming. • Experience developing: • Stored Procedures • Functions • Views • Triggers • Database design and optimization. • Query performance tuning and indexing. • Database administration fundamentals. .NET Development • Strong hands-on experience with .NET Framework and C#. • Backend application development. • API development and integration. • Object-Oriented Programming (OOP). • Software architecture and design principles. Node.js • Working knowledge of Node.js. • Experience building or integrating REST APIs. • Understanding of microservices architecture. Automation & DevOps • Hands-on experience with Playwright or similar automation testing frameworks. • Experience building automated testing solutions. • Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines. • Experience with Git and version control systems. AI & Modern Engineering • Exposure to AI-powered development tools. • Understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs). • Experience leveraging AI to automate engineering or operational workflows is highly desirable. Required Competencies • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. • Excellent problem-solving ability. • Strong ownership and accountability. • Ability to challenge existing processes and drive improvements. • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills. • Ability to work independently as well as within cross-functional teams. • Strong attention to detail and commitment to engineering excellence. Preferred Domain Experience • Wealth Management • Asset Management • Investment Platforms • Banking • Financial Services • Capital Markets Nice to Have • Experience with RESTful APIs and microservices architecture. • Exposure to cloud platforms and modern engineering practices. • Knowledge of DevOps methodologies. • Experience supporting enterprise financial applications. • Exposure to AI-assisted software development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Cursor, Claude Code, or similar.