Senior Software Engineer - Backend

at  Vanguard

Join our dynamic and diverse team where fun meets challenge, and innovation thrives! We’re passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology, always staying at the forefront of the latest advancements. With a culture that values team collaboration, we’re dedicated to supporting each other and helping other teams move forward. Whether it’s brainstorming sessions, cutting-edge projects, or lending a helping hand, we’re committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. If you’re excited about working with the latest technology, embracing challenges, and being part of a collaborative team, then come join us on our journey of innovation and discovery!

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS:

• 7+ years of full software development life cycle, including coding standards, code reviews, unit and integration testing, and operations experience.
• Undergraduate / Master’s degree in computer science or equivalent.
• Experience building complex software financial domain systems that have been successfully delivered to customers.
• Strong practical understanding of Computer Science fundamentals in data structures, algorithm design, problem solving, and complexity analysis.

• Provide senior level design, development, and implementation of applications. Integrate third party products.
• Translate technical specifications into code for complex new or enhancement projects for internal clients. Write programs, develop code, unit test artifacts, and produce reports. Employ software development techniques to ensure tests are implemented in a way that support automation.
• Elevate code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule. Provide follow up production support. Submit change control requests and documents.
• Thoroughly understand software development methodology. Thoroughly understand development architecture standards. Train and mentor staff with less experience. Resolve elevated issues.
• Participate in design, code, and test inspections throughout the life cycle to identify issues. Explain technical considerations at related meetings, including those with internal clients. Perform systems analysis activities.
• Thoroughly understand client business functions and technology needs. Has a broad understanding of Vanguard’s technologies, tools, and applications, including those that interface with business area and systems.
• Interface with cross functional team members and communicate systems issues at the appropriate technical level for each audience.
• Thoroughly understand and comply with Information Technology and Information Security policies and procedures and verify that deliverables meet requirements.