Full Stack Engineer

ABOUT US:

As a world leading provider of integrated solutions for the alternative investment industry, Alter Domus (meaning “The Other House” in Latin) is proud to be home to 90% of the top 30 asset managers in the private markets, and more than 6,000 professionals across 24 jurisdictions.

With a deep understanding of what it takes to succeed in alternatives, we believe in being different in what we do, how we work, and most importantly in how we enable and develop our people. Invest yourself in the alternative, and join an organization where you progress on merit, where you can speak openly with whoever you are speaking to, and where you will be supported along whichever path you choose to take. 

Find out more about life at Alter Domus at careers.alterdomus.com  

Your role

We are seeking a talented Full Stack Engineer to build and maintain sophisticated web applications that power our business operations. You will take ownership of the entire application stack—from frontend user interfaces to backend services and database architecture—while integrating AI/ML capabilities and third-party services to deliver innovative solutions.

Your responsibilities

Full Stack Development

• Design, develop, and maintain full stack web applications across frontend, backend, and database layers
• Build responsive, intuitive user interfaces using modern frontend frameworks
• Develop robust backend services and APIs to support business workflows
• Design and implement scalable database schemas for both relational and NoSQL databases
• Ensure code quality, maintainability, and adherence to best practices

API Integration and Automation

• Design and implement REST APIs for internal and external consumption
• Integrate complex third-party services and APIs into application workflows
• Build and maintain integrations with AI/ML-based document extraction tools
• Leverage AI APIs to enhance application capabilities and user experience
• Develop automation workflows to streamline business processes

Infrastructure and Deployment

• Deploy and manage applications on AWS services in production environments
• Implement and maintain CI/CD pipelines using tools like GitHub Actions
• Work with containerization (Docker) and orchestration (Kubernetes) for scalable deployments
• Take end-to-end ownership of deployments without dependency on other teams
• Monitor system performance and implement logging and error handling patterns

Security and Data Management

• Implement robust authentication, authorization, and access control mechanisms
• Apply best practices for secure document handling and management of sensitive data
• Ensure compliance with data protection standards and security protocols
• Design and implement data encryption and security measures across the stack

Database Management and Optimization

• Write and optimize complex SQL queries for performance and efficiency
• Implement indexing strategies and database performance tuning
• Design database schemas that support structured contract metadata and business requirements
• Manage database migrations and maintain data integrity

Your profile

• Proven experience building full stack web applications including frontend, backend, and database layers
• Deep understanding of REST APIs with hands-on experience integrating complex third-party services
• Strong SQL expertise, including query optimization, indexing strategies, and performance tuning
• Ability to design and implement scalable database schemas (relational or NoSQL)
• Experience implementing authentication, authorization, and access control mechanisms
• Practical experience with React, Python, and PostgreSQL
• Experience working with AWS services in a production environment
• Solid understanding of secure document handling and best practices for managing sensitive data
• Strong grasp of logging, monitoring, and error handling patterns for production-ready systems
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and CI/CD pipelines (e.g., GitHub Actions)
• Proficiency with containerization (Docker) and Kubernetes-based deployments
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
  

Desirable Skills

• Familiarity with AI/ML-based document extraction tools and ability to integrate AI APIs into workflows
• Exposure to N8N or similar workflow automation platforms
• Ability to use AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Claude, GitHub Copilot) to accelerate delivery while maintaining code quality
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, CloudFormation)
• Knowledge of microservices architecture and distributed systems
• Experience with GraphQL APIs
• Familiarity with message queues and event-driven architectures
• Experience with monitoring tools ( Grafana, CloudWatch)

WHAT WE OFFER:

We are committed to supporting your development, advancing your career, and providing benefits that matter to you.

Our industry-leading Alter Domus Academy offers six learning zones for every stage of your career, with resources tailored to your ambitions and resources from LinkedIn Learning. 

Our global benefits also include:

• Support for professional accreditations 
• Flexible arrangements, generous holidays, plus an additional day off for your birthday!
• Continuous mentoring along your career progression 
• Active sports, events and social committees across our offices 
• 24/7 support available from our Employee Assistance Program 
• The opportunity to invest in our growth and success through our Employee Share Plan 
• Plus additional local benefits depending on your location 

Equity in every sense of the word:

We are in the business of equity, in every sense of the word. For us, this means taking action to ensure every colleague has equal opportunity, valuing every voice and experience across our organisation, maintaining an inclusive culture where you can bring your whole self to work, and making Alter Domus a workplace where everyone feels they belong. 

We celebrate our differences, and recognise that our success relies on diverse perspectives and experiences, as we work towards shared goals and a common purpose. We take pride in creating a workplace where all our people are empowered to be truly invested in the alternative and bring their whole selves to work.

We are committed to ensuring a welcomling recruiting and onboarding process for everyone. Please contact our hiring team if you require any accommodations to make our recruitment process more accessible for you. Alter Domus is an Equal Opportunity Employer: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. 

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