Associate Engineer

About the Role

AssetMark is seeking talented Associate Engineers to join our growing software engineering team in Charlotte, NC. This position offers an opportunity to accelerate your career in a collaborative environment, gaining hands-on experience building technology solutions for the wealth management industry. You will work alongside experienced developers who will mentor you while contributing to meaningful projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Software Development: Write clean, maintainable code following team standards and best practices, with opportunities to progressively take ownership of feature components.
• Technical Learning: Rapidly develop proficiency in our technology stack through structured mentorship programs and hands-on project work.
• Testing & Quality: Implement comprehensive testing strategies including unit testing, integration testing, and debugging to ensure high-quality deliverables.
• Collaboration: Work effectively with cross-functional teams to understand requirements, implement solutions, and participate in knowledge-sharing sessions.
• Problem Solving: Apply analytical thinking to resolve technical challenges and propose innovative solutions with appropriate guidance.
• Documentation: Create and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for code and technical processes that supports team knowledge sharing.
• Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in code reviews, team meetings, and retrospectives to develop professional and technical skills with a focus on advancing to more complex assignments.
• Agile Practices: Contribute effectively within agile development methodologies including sprints, standups, and iterative development.

Requirements & Tech Stack

• Solid foundation in programming languages like JavaScript, TypeScript, Java, C#, or Python with demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly.
• Working knowledge of web technologies (HTML, CSS, REST APIs) and modern development frameworks.
• Experience with version control systems (Git) and collaborative development workflows.
• Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to break down complex problems methodically.
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts clearly.
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning and professional growth.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a plus.
• Interest in financial technology or wealth management domains is a plus.

Qualifications

• 0-3 years of software engineering experience or recent graduate with relevant project work or internships.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent practical experience).

Note: Candidates must be able to accommodate a hybrid work schedule and be located near our Charlotte, NC office.