Position Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications across cloud, web, and distributed systems environments. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Java-based backend development, modern frontend frameworks, cloud-native architectures, and financial services or highly regulated industries. This role requires a hands-on engineer who can collaborate with business stakeholders, modernize legacy platforms, build scalable microservices, and deliver high-quality software solutions from concept to production.

Key Responsibilities

Software Development & Architecture

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable full-stack applications.
• Build and maintain cloud-native microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
• Modernize legacy applications and migrate systems to contemporary architectures.
• Develop and maintain RESTful and gRPC service integrations.
• Implement data persistence layers and optimize application performance.

Front-End Engineering

• Create responsive web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks such as Vue.js, Angular, and TypeScript.
• Translate UX/UI designs into high-quality user experiences.
• Develop reusable UI components and maintain frontend standards.
• Collaborate closely with product, design, and business teams.

Cloud & DevOps

• Design and support solutions running on AWS cloud infrastructure.
• Implement containerized deployments using Docker and cloud orchestration platforms.
• Improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.
• Monitor application health and performance using observability tools.

Data & Analytics

• Design and optimize relational database solutions.
• Develop ETL processes and data integration workflows.
• Create dashboards and monitoring solutions that provide operational insights.
• Support analytics and reporting requirements.

Quality & Engineering Excellence

• Develop automated tests and maintain high code quality standards.
• Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.
• Drive engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and regulatory requirements.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.
• Advanced degree preferred.

Experience

• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Extensive experience delivering enterprise-scale applications.
• Experience in financial services, fintech, capital markets, payments, or other highly regulated industries preferred.
• Proven track record modernizing legacy platforms and implementing cloud solutions.

Technical Skills

Backend

• Java
• Spring Boot
• Spring JPA
• REST APIs
• Microservices Architecture
• Maven
• Docker

Frontend

• TypeScript
• JavaScript
• Vue.js
• Angular
• HTML5
• CSS3

Databases

• Oracle
• PostgreSQL
• SQL Server
• MySQL
• Relational Database Design
• SQL Optimization

Cloud & Infrastructure

• AWS (ECS, EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora, SQS)
• Containerization
• CI/CD Processes
• Cloud-Native Architecture

Monitoring & Operations

• Splunk
• Datadog
• Kibana
• Application Performance Monitoring
• Production Support

AI-Assisted Development

• Experience leveraging AI development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar technologies to accelerate software delivery.

Preferred Qualifications

• AWS certifications.
• Experience with trading, capital markets, financial modeling, risk systems, or payment platforms.
• Experience with compliance and regulated technology environments.
• Knowledge of event-driven and distributed systems architectures.
• Strong understanding of data modeling and enterprise integration patterns.

Desired Competencies

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to balance strategic architecture thinking with hands-on development.
• Self-starter with strong ownership and accountability.
• Ability to mentor engineers and influence technical direction.
• Continuous learning mindset and passion for emerging technologies.

Success Measures

• Delivery of reliable, scalable software solutions.
• Successful modernization of legacy systems.
• Improved application performance and operational efficiency.
• Enhanced developer productivity through automation and best practices.
• High-quality user experiences and customer satisfaction.

Strong collaboration across engineering, product, and business teams

Salary Range:

$100,000 - $167,500 Annual

The range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.

Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.

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About State Street

Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.

We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.

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