Application Guide
How to Apply for Senior Engineer (Full-Stack)
at ICAP Energy AS
🏢 About ICAP Energy AS
ICAP Energy AS, part of the TP ICAP Group, is the world's largest interdealer broker by revenue and the number one Energy & Commodities broker globally. They are pioneering a next-gen platform in partnership with AWS, offering a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge market infrastructure with global impact.
About This Role
As a Senior Full-Stack Engineer, you will build the next generation of the Fusion Platform on AWS, working alongside Amazon engineers. This role is pivotal in creating global market infrastructure, requiring ownership of complex features and mentorship of junior team members.
💡 A Day in the Life
You'll start with a stand-up with your team and AWS partners, then dive into coding on the Fusion platform—perhaps implementing a new microservice or optimizing a data pipeline. Afternoons might involve code reviews, mentoring a junior engineer, or collaborating on architecture decisions for upcoming features.
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🎯 Who ICAP Energy AS Is Looking For
- Deep expertise in full-stack development with modern frameworks (e.g., React, Node.js, Python) and experience building scalable, cloud-native applications.
- Strong understanding of AWS services (e.g., Lambda, DynamoDB, S3, ECS) and infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or CDK.
- Proven ability to lead technical design, write clean code, and mentor peers in a fast-paced, agile environment.
- Experience in financial services or real-time data systems is a plus, with a passion for innovation and continuous learning.
📝 Tips for Applying to ICAP Energy AS
Highlight any experience with AWS and cloud-native architectures explicitly in your resume, using specific services and projects.
Showcase your ability to work in a fast-paced, collaborative environment—mention agile methodologies and cross-team coordination.
Tailor your cover letter to emphasize your interest in building market infrastructure and working with AWS partners.
Include links to GitHub or portfolio demonstrating full-stack projects, especially those with real-time data or high scalability.
Research TP ICAP's Fusion platform and mention how your skills align with their digital transformation goals.
✉️ What to Emphasize in Your Cover Letter
['Your enthusiasm for building next-gen market infrastructure and working with AWS.', 'Specific examples of full-stack projects where you designed scalable, cloud-native solutions.', 'Your experience mentoring developers and taking ownership of features from design to deployment.', 'How your background in financial or data-intensive systems can contribute to the team.']
Generate Cover Letter →🔍 Research Before Applying
To stand out, make sure you've researched:
- → Understand TP ICAP's role in interdealer brokering and their Fusion platform's value proposition.
- → Review AWS case studies or whitepapers on building market infrastructure (e.g., for capital markets).
- → Read recent news about TP ICAP's partnerships and digital transformation initiatives.
- → Familiarize yourself with the company's culture and values around innovation and sustainability.
💬 Prepare for These Interview Topics
Based on this role, you may be asked about:
⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid
- Submitting a generic resume without emphasizing cloud and full-stack skills relevant to this role.
- Failing to mention specific AWS services or projects in your application materials.
- Overlooking the mentorship aspect—this role requires leading junior engineers, so show that capability.
📅 Application Timeline
This position is open until filled. However, we recommend applying as soon as possible as roles at mission-driven organizations tend to fill quickly.
Typical hiring timeline:
Application Review
1-2 weeks
Initial Screening
Phone call or written assessment
Interviews
1-2 rounds, usually virtual
Offer
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