Overview
Remote
Full Time
Skills
Financial Reporting
Capital Market
Build Automation
UI
Regulatory Compliance
SEC
Software Development
MFC
CMake
Microservices
Cloud Computing
Amazon Web Services
Microsoft Azure
Leadership
Mentorship
Technical Direction
Filing
Migration
C
C++
Legacy Systems
Docker
Kubernetes
Continuous Integration
Continuous Delivery
DevOps
Conflict Resolution
Problem Solving
Finance
Management
Value Engineering
Communication
Technology Assessment
Business Intelligence
Job Details
Join a dynamic team at the pulse of global markets, where we deliver innovative software and service solutions for essential financial reporting and capital markets transactions. At DFIN, we are a values-driven organization that empowers you to build a fulfilling career while bringing your authentic self to work every day. Our "Win as One" mentality ensures that our team's success is directly linked to Client, Shareholder and Employee Satisfaction.
Recognized by Newsweek as one of AMERICA'S MOST LOVED WORKPLACES for three consecutive years and a Built In Best Places to Work for six years, we are committed to our employees' total wellbeing. Enjoy competitive compensation, a flexible workplace, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Bring your passion and talents to DFIN - because being YOU thrives here.
Summary:
As a Staff Software Engineer at DFIN, you will lead efforts to modernize and maintain mission-critical applications that serve clients working with the SEC and other global regulatory bodies. This role involves working on a large, complex legacy codebase (primarily C/C++) while driving modernization initiatives to bring these systems into the future. If you thrive on solving tough technical challenges and aren't afraid of legacy systems, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities:
Qualifications:
Preferred Skills:
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At DFIN, protecting your identity is a top priority. Please be aware of scammers impersonating DFIN recruiters. DFIN recruiters will never request personal information via email or text. You will only receive a text from us if you've already been in contact. All automated messages will come from If you ever have doubts about the legitimacy of any communication from us, please do not hesitate to reach out for verification via (this email is for general TA questions and is not used for updates on your application status). #BI-Remote
Recognized by Newsweek as one of AMERICA'S MOST LOVED WORKPLACES for three consecutive years and a Built In Best Places to Work for six years, we are committed to our employees' total wellbeing. Enjoy competitive compensation, a flexible workplace, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth. Bring your passion and talents to DFIN - because being YOU thrives here.
Summary:
As a Staff Software Engineer at DFIN, you will lead efforts to modernize and maintain mission-critical applications that serve clients working with the SEC and other global regulatory bodies. This role involves working on a large, complex legacy codebase (primarily C/C++) while driving modernization initiatives to bring these systems into the future. If you thrive on solving tough technical challenges and aren't afraid of legacy systems, this is the role for you.
Responsibilities:
- Modernization Leadership: Drive initiatives to modernize a 20-year-old C/C++ codebase into modern architectures and technologies.
- Cross-Platform Development: Design and implement solutions in C++ for cross-platform environments.
- Build & Tooling: Utilize CMake for build automation and dependency management.
- UI Maintenance: Support and enhance existing MFC-based components.
- Typesetting Expertise: Apply knowledge of typesetting software to maintain and improve document rendering systems.
- Compliance & Security: Ensure adherence to SEC and global regulatory requirements, including EDGAR and iXBRL filings.
- Mentorship: Guide and coach engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence.
Qualifications:
- Experience: 20+ years in software development, with 10+ years in a senior or staff-level role.
- Languages & Frameworks: Strong proficiency in C++, with experience in MFC and legacy application maintenance.
- Build Systems: Proven experience with CMake and related tooling.
- Legacy Systems: Demonstrated ability to work with and modernize large, complex legacy applications.
- Specialized Knowledge: Minimum 2+ years of experience working on typesetting software.
- Architecture: Proven ability to design distributed, microservices-based systems.
- Cloud Expertise: Familiarity with AWS or Azure.
- Leadership: Experience mentoring engineers and influencing technical direction.
Preferred Skills:
- Regulatory Expertise: Familiarity with EDGAR and iXBRL filing processes.
- Experience migrating C/C++ or similar legacy systems to modern platforms.
- Familiarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
- Strong problem-solving and communication skills.
It is the policy of Donnelley Financial Solutions to select, place, and manage all its employees without discrimination based on race, color, national origin, gender, age, religion, actual or perceived disability, veteran status, actual or perceived sexual orientation, genetic information or any other protected status.
If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access jobs.dfinsolutions.com as a result of your disability. You can request a reasonable accommodation by sending an email to
At DFIN, protecting your identity is a top priority. Please be aware of scammers impersonating DFIN recruiters. DFIN recruiters will never request personal information via email or text. You will only receive a text from us if you've already been in contact. All automated messages will come from If you ever have doubts about the legitimacy of any communication from us, please do not hesitate to reach out for verification via (this email is for general TA questions and is not used for updates on your application status). #BI-Remote
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