Senior Risk Engineer, Investment Engineering
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Nov 11, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 16, 2026. Apollo scores A on the Alion truth index.
Position Overview
At Apollo, we are a global team of alternative investment managers passionate about delivering uncommon value to our investors and shareholders. With over 30 years of proven expertise across Private Equity, Credit, and Real Assets in various regions and industries, we are known for our integrated businesses, our strong investment performance, our value-oriented philosophy, and our people.
The Investment Engineering risk team develops Risk Management capabilities that support Apollo’s complex and unique strategies. Embedded with risk, portfolio managers and traders, the group partners cross-functionally to design and deliver the infrastructure required for effective execution and investment management.
We are seeking a Full Stack Engineer to join our New York office, working directly with the Credit Risk Management and Trading. This individual will collaborate with stakeholders to deliver scalable technology solutions. The role requires strong hands-on development skills, the ability to work in a fast-paced environment, and a proven record of building high-quality systems that support risk management and investment decision-making.
Primary Responsibilities
Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of risk management applications.
Deliver reliable, well-tested code within an Agile environment.
Support the full software lifecycle: analysis, coding, deployment, and ongoing enhancements.
Partner closely with risk managers, traders, portfolio managers, and colleagues to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Participate in design discussions, peer code reviews, and team knowledge sharing.
Troubleshoot issues, provide production support, and improve system reliability.
Build new tools and integrate existing internal/external into a Apollo risk infrastructure.
Act as a mentor to junior developers.
Qualifications & Experience
Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
12+ years of technology experience, including at least 3 years in a trading environment.
Proven track record of building and deploying risk management software in production, both for End of day and live risk
Hands-on development experience with Python + Java, web development is a plus.
Exposure to risk solutions across asset classes; familiarity with credit products preferred.
Experience with risk factor modeling, P&L attribution, and scenario analysis.
Strong database skills (SQL and/or NoSQL), with experience in query optimization and data management.
Familiarity with messaging technologies such as Kafka and working knowledge of DevOps practices (CI/CD, Docker, Kubernetes, Git).
Experience delivering full-stack applications in Agile development environments.
Strong initiative, entrepreneurial mindset, and ability to balance multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Collaborative approach with the ability to partner effectively across levels of seniority and all business areas.
ABOUT APOLLO
Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade to private equity with a focus on three investing strategies: yield, hybrid, and equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes.
OUR PURPOSE AND CORE VALUES
Our clients rely on our investment acumen to help secure their future. We must never lose our focus and determination to be the best investors and most trusted partners on their behalf. We strive to be:
The leading provider of retirement income solutions to institutions, companies, and individuals.
The leading provider of capital solutions to companies. Our breadth and scale enable us to deliver capital for even the largest projects - and our small firm mindset ensures we will be a thoughtful and dedicated partner to these organizations. We are committed to helping them build stronger businesses.
A leading contributor to addressing some of the biggest issues facing the world today - such as energy transition, accelerating the adoption of new technologies, and social impact - where innovative approaches to investing can make a positive difference.
We are building a unique firm of extraordinary colleagues who:
Outperform expectations
Challenge Convention
Champion Opportunity
Lead responsibly
Drive collaboration
As One Apollo team, we believe that doing great work and having fun go hand in hand, and we are proud of what we can achieve together.
OUR BENEFITS
Apollo relies on its people to keep it a leader in alternative investment management, and the firm’s benefit programs are crafted to offer meaningful coverage for both you and your family. Please reach out to your Human Capital Business Partner for more detailed information on specific benefits.
ABOUT APOLLO
Apollo is a high-growth, global alternative asset manager. In our asset management business, we seek to provide our clients excess return at every point along the risk-reward spectrum from investment grade credit to private equity. For more than three decades, our investing expertise across our fully integrated platform has served the financial return needs of our clients and provided businesses with innovative capital solutions for growth. Through Athene, our retirement services business, we specialize in helping clients achieve financial security by providing a suite of retirement savings products and acting as a solutions provider to institutions. Our patient, creative, and knowledgeable approach to investing aligns our clients, businesses we invest in, our employees, and the communities we impact, to expand opportunity and achieve positive outcomes. As of March 31, 2026, Apollo had approximately $1.03 trillion of assets under management. To learn more, please visit www.apollo.com.
OUR PURPOSE AND CORE VALUES
We are building something rare: a firm where extraordinary people can do the best work of their careers - and build whole careers here. We play to win, we operate with no walls, and we are uncompromising about what we expect from one another. This is a place where the best idea wins, every voice is expected to be heard, and we can count on each other in the moments that matter. That is what it means to be One Apollo.
We ask “what if” to create what is, because yesterday’s strategies may not solve tomorrow’s challenges. The answer? Rigorous thinking and innovative solutions for an ever-changing world. Our clients rely on our investment acumen to help secure their future. We must never lose our focus and determination to be the best investors and most trusted partners on their behalf. We strive to be:
The leading provider of retirement income solutions to institutions, companies, and individuals.
The leading provider of capital solutions to companies. Our breadth and scale enable us to deliver capital for even the largest projects - and our small firm mindset ensures we will be a thoughtful and dedicated partner to these organizations. We are committed to helping them build stronger businesses.
A leading contributor to addressing some of the biggest issues facing the world today - such as energy transition, accelerating the adoption of new technologies, and social impact - where innovative approaches to investing can make a positive difference.
As principal investors, we invest alongside our clients, combining disciplined underwriting with our integrated platform to deliver solutions across market cycles.
We have built a leading alternative asset management and retirement services platform by staying true to our core principles of:
Clean Sheet Thinking
No Walls
Flat and Informal
Principal Mindset
Right Over Easy
Life’s Work
As One Apollo team, we believe that doing great work and having fun go hand in hand, and we are proud of what we can achieve together.
To learn more about our unique culture and what makes Apollo Apollo, please review our culture deck: Apollo Culture Deck
OUR BENEFITS
Apollo is committed to providing innovative and competitive benefits that support the wellbeing of our employees and their families around the globe.
The base salary range for this position is :
$220,000 - $275,000This position is also eligible for a discretionary annual bonus based on personal, team, and Firm performance. Compensation ranges are based on several factors including job function, level, and geographic location. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors including candidate experience and expertise, and may vary from the amounts listed here.
Apollo Global Management, Inc. (together with its subsidiaries and affiliates) is committed to championing opportunity.
The firm and its affiliates comply with applicable discrimination and equal opportunities legislation in all of its jurisdictions and do not discriminate in employment or recruitment based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, veteran status, disability, age, citizenship, marital or domestic/civil partnership status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression or any other protected characteristic under applicable law.
The contents of the qualifications and experience section of this job description are a guideline only. If an applicant can otherwise demonstrate their suitability for the role they will be considered.