Senior Java Developer
Your Opportunity
Your opportunity
At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together. Schwab Technology Services enables the future of how clients manage their money by providing innovative and reliable technology products and services as a part of our ongoing commitment to democratize access to investing and financial planning. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).
Thematic Investing develops and operates one of Schwab's most innovative products with the primary goal of delighting our clients while empowering them to meet their financial objectives. Thematic Investing provides our customers the ability to invest in Themes curated by Schwab's research team.
Thematic Core Services team seeking an experienced and highly skilled Senior Java Developer to join our dynamic development team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in designing, developing, and maintaining complex software applications using Java technologies. This role involves leading technical projects, actively participating in architectural discussions to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business objectives and mentoring junior developers.
· Design, develop, test, and deploy robust Java-based applications and services.
· Lead the analysis, architecture, and implementation of scalable software solutions.
· Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including product managers, business analysts, and QA engineers, to gather requirements and deliver solutions.
· Mentor and guide junior developers, performing code reviews and sharing best practices.
· Troubleshoot, debug, and optimize code for performance, reliability, and scalability.
· Stay up to date with emerging Java technologies and frameworks, recommending and implementing improvements as needed.
· Contribute to the documentation of software architecture, design decisions, and processes.
· Ensure adherence to software development standards and security best practices.
What you have
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
· 7+ years of professional experience in Java software development.
· Strong proficiency in Java SE/EE, Spring Framework, Hibernate, and RESTful web services.
· Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL).
· Strong background in API design and architecture.
· Familiarity with front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, and CSS is a plus.
· Solid understanding of object-oriented design principles and design patterns.
· Experience in Agile/Scrum development environments.
· Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
· Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
· Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
· Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
· Experience with microservices architecture is highly desirable.
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities
What’s in it for you
At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.
We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:
- 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
- Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
- Paid parental leave and family building benefits
- Tuition reimbursement
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
What you are good at
What you have
· Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
· 7+ years of professional experience in Java software development.
· Strong proficiency in Java SE/EE, Spring Framework, Hibernate, and RESTful web services.
· Experience with relational databases (e.g., MySQL, Oracle, PostgreSQL).
· Strong background in API design and architecture.
· Familiarity with front-end technologies such as JavaScript, HTML, and CSS is a plus.
· Solid understanding of object-oriented design principles and design patterns.
· Experience in Agile/Scrum development environments.
· Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
Preferred Skills:
· Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud).
· Knowledge of containerization and orchestration tools like Docker and Kubernetes.
· Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
· Experience with microservices architecture is highly desirable.
In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities
Why Schwab?
At Schwab, “Own Your Tomorrow” embodies everything we do! We are committed to helping our employees unleash their potential and achieve their dreams. Our employees get to play a central role in disrupting a multi-trillion-dollar industry, creating a better, more modern way to build and manage wealth. We’re a modern financial services firm that stands apart from the industry, where you can go as far as your ambition takes you.
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