About The Company Confluence is a leading organization in the investment data space, renowned for its commitment to innovation, precision, and strategic partnerships. With a global presence spanning multiple countries, Confluence offers its employees unique opportunities to gain international exposure and collaborate across diverse cultures. The company specializes in developing advanced analytics platforms that empower large enterprise financial institutions to analyze and interpret investment performance data effectively. Confluence’s dedication to delivering high-quality solutions has established it as a trusted partner in the financial industry, continuously pushing the boundaries of data management and analytics technology. About The Role We are seeking a skilled Database Developer to join our Development - Software Development department on a permanent, full-time basis. This role is based in the United States, with remote work options available, particularly in New Jersey. As a Database Developer at Confluence, you will play a pivotal role in designing, developing, and optimizing high-performance SQL solutions that underpin our market-leading investment performance analytics platform. Your work will directly influence how global clients measure and understand investment outcomes, making this position both challenging and impactful. You will be involved in building scalable data models, transforming custodial and investment data into analytics-ready structures, and resolving complex performance issues across vast datasets. Collaborating closely with application, UI, and engineering teams, you will contribute to platform modernization initiatives and support enterprise-grade solutions that serve some of the largest financial institutions worldwide. This is an excellent opportunity for a problem-solver with a passion for data, finance, and technology to grow their career in a dynamic and collaborative environment. Qualifications
Prior experience with investment performance reporting or analytics systems
Industry experience in investment management, asset management, or related fields
Strong understanding of core investment concepts such as equities, fixed income, benchmarks, and returns
Experience working with custodial and financial data structures
Proficiency in SQL Server, including developing stored procedures and complex queries
Knowledge of data transformation and modeling techniques
Experience diagnosing and resolving database performance bottlenecks
Proficiency in Python programming language
Experience with AI-assisted development tools for coding or testing
Background working with asset managers, investment advisors, or custodians
Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail
Strong communication and collaboration abilities
Responsibilities
Design, develop, and optimize SQL Server stored procedures and complex queries to support large-scale investment performance calculations
Map and transform data from custodial and investment sources into structured, analytics-ready data models
Diagnose and resolve performance bottlenecks across datasets containing millions to billions of records
Collaborate with application and UI engineers to ensure database outputs support reporting and dashboard functionalities
Partner with onshore and offshore teams to deliver scalable, enterprise-grade data solutions
Contribute to platform modernization initiatives, supporting new large enterprise client programs
Participate in code reviews, testing, and documentation to maintain high-quality standards
Stay updated on industry trends and incorporate best practices into development processes
Benefits
Generous time-off packages, including additional half-days with each public holiday
Global career development opportunities and training programs
Participation in social events and team-building activities
Referral bonus scheme offering up to $3,000 per successful referral
Flexible working arrangements, including remote work options
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance plans
Retirement savings plans and other financial benefits
Equal Opportunity Confluence is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all employees. We celebrate diversity and are dedicated to creating a workplace where everyone is valued, respected, and provided with equal opportunities for growth and development. We do not discriminate based on race, ethnicity, gender, age, sexual orientation, disability, or any other protected characteristic. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any such factors.
Skills
Information TechnologyTechnology, Information and Internet