Java Software Engineer

Overview

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.

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.

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.

Wealth and Advice Solutions Technology (WAS Tech) is an organization within Schwab Technology Services aligned to support the technology needs of Wealth and Advice Solutions (WAS) business which is a growth area for Schwab.

This newly created role will support the future growth of the WAS business. As a Java Software Engineer, you will enable WAS Tech to achieve consistent, predictable, high-quality delivery by implementing best practices, tools, metrics, automation frameworks, and provide oversight in the areas of software development and testing. You’ll serve as a strong and versatile hands-on technical engineer. You will deliver high-quality solutions that meet business objectives in a flexible, collaborative, and rapidly changing environment.

You will play a critical role in supporting key stakeholders across the WAS organization which is focused on high-net worth and ultra-high net worth retail investors. Supported business functions span Schwab’s Wealth and Investment Solutions including Schwab Wealth Advisory. You will be working with a team of talented and highly motivated technologists that strive to make technology a strategic differentiator for Schwab’s WAS business and their clients.

• Write and maintain Java-based software solutions using RESTful APIs and Spring Boot.
• Design, implement, and optimize data models and queries with relational databases (SQL Server, Postgre
  
  SQL).
• Apply Test-Driven Development (TDD) practices, including unit testing and integration testing.
• Collaborate in an Agile Scrum-based delivery team to deliver high-quality software on a regular cadence.
• Utilize version control and CI/CD tools (e.g., Git Hub) and support cloud-native deployments (PCF, AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues; communicate effectively with team members and stakeholders.
• Demonstrate strong time management and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• 6+ years of hands-on software development experience.
• Solid understanding of core computer science concepts (data structures, algorithms, design patterns, object-oriented design).
• Strong experience developing RESTful APIs with Java and Spring Boot.
• Experience with relational databases (SQL Server, Postgre
  
  SQL) and SQL data modeling.
• Experience with Test-Driven Development and unit/integration testing.
• Understanding of Agile software development and Scrum-based delivery.
• Experience with version control and CI/CD tools (e.g., Git Hub).
• Exposure to cloud-native enterprise applications deployed in PCF, AWS, GCP, or Azure.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues and collaborate effectively with teams.
• Strong communication skills and good collaboration abilities.
• Effective time management in a fast-paced environment.

• Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
• Experience in Wealth Management and/or Financial Services industry.

In addition to the salary range, this role is also eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

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