Equity Specialist for Product Engineering (Contract to Hire)

insightsoftware is a global provider of reporting, analytics, and performance management solutions that transform how finance and data teams operate. The Equity Specialist for Product Engineering serves as the subject matter expert for equity compensation, translating complex plan rules and regulatory requirements into technical requirements and supporting product, engineering, and QA teams in developing compliant equity management solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the equity domain expert for engineering and product teams, ensuring accurate representation of equity compensation concepts in system design
• Collaborate with Product Managers to define functional requirements for equity management features, including grant administration, vesting schedules, tax compliance, and reporting
• Translate complex equity plan rules and regulatory requirements into clear, actionable specifications for software development
• Validate technical designs and workflows to ensure compliance with accounting standards (ASC 718), tax regulations, and global equity plan requirements
• Partner with QA teams to develop test cases that accurately reflect equity scenarios and edge cases
• Act as a liaison during sprint planning and backlog grooming, ensuring equity-related features are prioritized and implemented correctly
• Provide guidance on data structures, integration points, and reporting needs related to equity plans
• Monitor industry trends and regulatory changes to advise on product roadmap adjustments
• Conduct training sessions for engineering and product teams on equity concepts and compliance requirements

Requirements:

• Certified Equity Professional (CEP) Level 3 required
• 5+ years of experience in equity compensation administration or consulting
• Strong knowledge of global equity plan structures, tax compliance, and accounting standards (ASC 718)
• Experience working with software development teams or technology platforms related to equity management
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence)
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to create detailed functional specifications and acceptance criteria
• Experience with data modeling, APIs, or SaaS platforms in the equity domain
• SQL – Ability to write queries for data validation and reporting
• Data Modeling – Understanding of relational database design and equity-related data structures
• API Familiarity – Knowledge of RESTful APIs for integration with external systems
• BI Tools – Experience with reporting and visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau)
• SaaS Platforms – Exposure to equity management software (e.g., Shareworks, Carta, Certent)
• Basic Programming Knowledge – Familiarity with scripting languages (Python or similar) for data analysis or automation
• Version Control – Understanding of Git-based workflows for collaboration with engineering teams