Database Engineer
Confirmed open April 29, 2026
- Location
- New York, NY
- Compensation
- Competitive base + bonus
- Firm Type
- Hedge Fund
What You'll Be Doing
As a key member of the Data Platform Team, you'll build and maintain the core database technologies that drive our innovative investment strategies. Your role will involve:
- Designing resilient, secure, and high-performance systems.
- Creating a highly automated, self-service platform for cross-firm innovation.
- Collaborating with teams to influence critical systems and deliver impactful data solutions.
Who We're Looking For
- 3+ years of professional experience in the financial sector, particularly in equity, credit, or derivatives trading.
- Strong proficiency in Microsoft SQL Server (MSSQL) and enterprise database technologies.
- Development skills in SQL, PowerShell, and Python for automation and problem-solving.
- Experience with Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and scripting for deployments.
- Database performance tuning and optimization expertise.
- Familiarity with version control and CI/CD practices.
- Excellent communication skills for effective collaboration.
Why This Role
This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of Capstone's data platform in a dynamic hedge fund environment. You'll gain exposure to advanced technologies, work alongside top-tier professionals, and play a pivotal role in driving innovation across the firm.
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