Lead Java Developer

Charles Schwab - Lone Tree, CO

Full-time - Senior

Lone Tree, CO

Securities, Commodity Contracts, and Other Financial Investments and Related Activities

About the position

The Lead Java Developer at Charles Schwab will play a pivotal role in the Offer Order (O2) team, which is responsible for the core client data platform. This position involves designing and delivering sophisticated systems that enhance customer experiences through various channels. The developer will be engaged in strategic planning, solution design, and mentoring team members while ensuring high-quality delivery in a collaborative environment.

Responsibilities

• Understanding the needs of the business and recommending optimal solutions.
• Identifying gaps and mitigating risks related to delivery, scalability, performance, security, and compliance.
• Participating in strategic planning discussions with technical and business stakeholders.
• Designing effective solutions aligned with the organization's vision.
• Actively participating in product design and development sessions.
• Writing efficient technical documentation.
• Reviewing cross-team work to ensure understanding of work breakdown and dependencies.
• Serving as a technical lead on cross-team strategic efforts.
• Educating teams on testing strategies and recommending organizational testing solutions.
• Fostering a culture of engineering excellence and accountability.
• Identifying gaps in processes and services across environments.
• Facilitating discussions within the O2 team and ensuring all voices are heard.
• Supporting teams on critical production issues.
• Building relationships with adjacent domains and teams.
• Providing coaching, mentorship, and career development.

Requirements

• 10+ years of experience in developing large scale software using Java, Spring framework, cloud development, and Web Services.
• 6+ years of experience with containers and microservices in the cloud.
• 6+ years of experience in cloud deployment in a CI/CD model.
• 2+ years of experience with Pivotal Cloud Foundry (PCF), AWS, or GCP.
• 2+ years of experience with databases like MongoDB, Aerospike, and/or PostgreSQL.
• 2+ years of experience in IT Transformations and system modernization initiatives.
• Track record of maintaining high quality while delivering on tight schedules.
• Collaborative mindset with a bias for action to engage with all areas of the business.
• Ability to work collaboratively with internal and external stakeholders, including offshore teams.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to analyze and solve problems creatively.
• Track record of mentoring and coaching that strengthens the organization.
• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or related practical experience.

Nice-to-haves

• Good knowledge of messaging technologies (Rabbit MQ, Kafka, or equivalent).
• Experience in the Financial Services industry.
• Experience in Test Driven Development, QA Automation, and Quality mindset.
• Proficient in developing Visio diagrams and architectural documentation.
• Willingness to learn all aspects of the tech stack and document.
• Knowledge of Agile methodology and experience in an Agile environment.
• Experience with the Atlassian tool stack (JIRA and Confluence).

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time for vacation
• Paid time for volunteering
• 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service
• Paid parental leave
• Family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance