Software Engineer, React, Mexico City

OverviewLab49 is an NYC-based global specialist consultancy that creates bespoke technology in partnership with the most important companies in finance.We were founded in 2002 to bring Silicon Valley solutions to Wall Street’s door. Since then, we have worked on successive waves of technological change, including distributed computing, high-speed automation, enterprise UX and digital distribution, DevOps, cloud and data science.Today, we are an established partner in financial markets, having delivered hundreds of projects for clients including all the world’s tier-one investment banks and many of the largest buy-side firms globally.Being part of Lab49 means bringing your drive and creativity into an environment where your contributions will make immediate impact. Engineers will work in cross functional teams, consulting directly with our US-based clients.Lab49 is seeking a Software Engineer, based in the Mexico City metropolitan area, to help our team design and build a research management platform. You will report to the project tech lead, which means you will have responsibility for building and iterating on the user interface application following the backlog developed by the team.What You Will Be DoingWorking on one of our project teams as an engineer, building cutting edge user experiences using modern tech and techniques. You\'ll be responsible for delivering against a well-managed backlog of tasks, and will have ample opportunity to interact with our client counterparts.Collaborating with our product and design teams on a daily basis to translate UI designs into working software.Participating in project planning, guided by senior team leads, to build a shared understanding of how to translate a technical approach into a project plan.Learning and growing as an engineer and consultant, under the guidance of senior technical leads and project leads.Contributing to growing the overall culture of the Interactive Practice, and Lab49 at large. Contribute your perspective and knowledge back to the team, participating in internal events and knowledge sharing sessions.What You Should Have3+ years of hands-on experience designing and building software applications.A passion for technology and innovation, staying informed about the latest industry trends through active participation in industry events, meet-ups, and more.Experience with JavaScript and TypeScript with modern frameworks (e.g., Angular, React, Vue, or others).A working knowledge of the JavaScript ecosystem of tools and libraries (e.g. grid libraries, chart libraries, state management, and others).An understanding of contemporary SDLC practices such as continuous delivery.Experience with Agile development methodology.Strong understanding of the value of testing, quality, continuous integration, source control, and code reviews.Excellent spoken and written English skills (B2 minimum, C1+ preferred)Readiness to be at the office in central Mexico City 1 day per week (or more, depending on the project requirements)Bonus pointsExperience with design tools such as Figma.Experience in capital markets, financial markets/products, consulting is highly desirable.Experience and/or exposure to .NET and the .NET ecosystem.Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, especially Azure.Why Lab49?Lab49 is an established partner for most financial institutions on Wall Street. You will gain exposure into a variety of environments, business domains, technologies, and people. Your ability to bring drive and creativity to the role will be the key component to success at Lab49. The broad and intense exposure to a variety of challenges accelerates your career growth, and Lab49’s structure is designed to enable you to learn and grow as an engineer and consultant. #J-18808-Ljbffr