Software Engineer (Compilers)

TL;DR

Software Engineer (Compilers): Developing and implementing new plug-ins for the Integrated Development Environment (IDE) and writing/testing code for proprietary compilers with an accent on enhancing performance, scalability, and maintainability. Focus on building the next generation of banking and wealth management products and exploring AI-assisted features for development workflows.

Location: Hybrid role based in Edinburgh, United Kingdom. Candidates must be able to work from the United Kingdom.

Company

hirify.global is an industry-leading provider of wealth management technology and services for financial institutions globally, headquartered in Switzerland.

What you will do

• Develop and implement new plug-ins to boost the functionality of our Integrated Development Environment (IDE) for custom Domain-Specific Languages (DSLs).
• Write and test code for our proprietary compilers, focusing on performance, scalability, and long-term maintainability.
• Investigate, prototype, and implement AI-assisted features that streamline development workflows and automate repetitive tasks.
• Implement code optimisation best practices and contribute to thorough code reviews to ensure quality and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve compiler- and tooling-related issues to ensure optimal operation of domain-specific languages.
• Engage directly with clients to understand requirements and deliver tailored solutions.
• Participate in daily stand-ups to share progress and collaborate with product owners and architects.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field required.
• Proven experience working as a Software Engineer in a junior to mid capacity required.
• Curiosity and interest in AI for software development.

Nice to have

• Master's degree in Software Engineering or related discipline.
• Mastery of Java, Python, database development.
• Solid know-how of domain-specific languages and associated SDKs (e.g., Xtext).
• Experience with IDE plugin development (Eclipse).
• Solid background in AI (LLM).

Culture & Benefits

• Offer hybrid and flexible working to maintain work-life balance.
• Embrace diversity and foster an equal opportunity environment.
• Committed to an inclusive culture where you can be your true authentic self.