Site Developer

Company Description Fairfax Investing Group, G.P. is a student-run investment fund formed by individuals from Columbia University and the University of Virginia. Structured as a general partnership, the fund focuses on publicly traded equities and currently manages approximately $13,000 in assets. Its investment philosophy centers on value investing, combined with a disciplined approach to risk management. Team members gain hands-on experience in financial analysis, portfolio management, and collaborative decision-making. More information about the fund and its activities is available at fairfaxinvestinggroup.com.
Role Description The Site Developer is a full-time, on-site role based in the Washington DC–Baltimore Area. This position is responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining the fund’s web presence and related technical infrastructure. Day-to-day tasks include developing and updating website features, ensuring reliable site performance, and integrating data and content that support the fund’s investment activities. The role also involves monitoring system health, managing servers, and collaborating with team members to improve usability, security, and scalability. The Site Developer will regularly troubleshoot technical issues, optimize site reliability, and ensure that the platform effectively communicates Fairfax Investing Group’s mission and results.
Qualifications

• Candidates should possess skills in Site Reliability Engineering to ensure stable, secure, and scalable operations.
• Candidates should possess skills in Software Development for building, testing, and maintaining web applications and backend services.
• Candidates should possess skills in Networking to configure, monitor, and optimize connectivity and access to site resources.
• Candidates should possess skills in Databases to design, query, and maintain data storage supporting site content and analytics.
• Candidates should possess skills in Linux for administering servers, automating tasks, and managing deployments.
• Additional beneficial qualifications include experience with web frameworks (e.g., React, Django, or similar), version control (e.g., Git), and basic cybersecurity practices.
• Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective collaboration and communication skills are highly valued.
• Pursuit or completion of a degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or a related field is preferred, along with interest in finance or investing.