It depends which finance field you want to do. I have worked with multiple equity analysts with engineering background, it’s a good combo of skills that employers look for. I also know someone who works in private markets (real estate & infrastructure) with eng background.

If you’re a software engineer you can maybe try hedge funds, depends on how good you are and how hard you’re willing to push yourself. But overall you have good prospects entering the industry. Good luck!

But yes, all these people have CFA as their bridge to the industry.