Senior Software Engineer, Asset Management Digital Experience

Overview

Senior Software Engineer to join our Digital Tools & Products team in our Asset Management business. Lead the design and development of modern, data-driven web applications and help shape the technical direction of key digital experiences for our distribution and advisor platforms.

• Serve as a technical lead, advising design and architecture for complex, high-impact digital solutions.
• Build and enhance modern web applications using JavaScript frameworks (Next.js) and cloud-based technologies.
• Partner with product, delivery, and engineering teams to solve complex challenges and deliver scalable solutions.
• Simplify complex systems and processes to improve speed, quality, and maintainability.
• Anticipate technical challenges and guide architectural decisions to ensure long-term scalability and performance.
• Influence technical direction across teams and contribute to broader engineering initiatives and standards.
• Multiply team effectiveness by collaborating across teams, guiding technical discussions, and supporting other engineers.

• Associate’s or bachelor’s degree (preference in computer science, technology, engineering, or math-related field) or equivalent experience; 6+ years of enterprise-level digital or technical experience with progressive responsibility and impact.
• Experience designing and building modern web applications (JavaScript frameworks such as Next.js preferred).
• Experience working with cloud-based technologies (AWS preferred).
• Proven ability to lead technical design and architecture for complex systems.
• Strong collaboration skills and experience working across product, engineering, and business teams.
• Ability to break down complex problems, reduce ambiguity, and drive solutions forward.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to translate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience with in financial services (asset management is a plus).
• Experience building data-driven applications and working with data integrations.
• Exposure to AI-enabled development or leveraging AI in engineering workflows.
• Passion for mentoring others and contributing to a strong engineering culture.

• Salary Range: $115000 - $180000 per year (non-exempt) or equivalent; bonus opportunities may apply; final compensation based on location, experience, and skills.
• Time Off:
  Flexible Time Off (FTO) for salaried employees; no accrual bank and no fixed number of days.
• Pension:
  Yes.
• Job Level: Eligible for consideration at Sr Software Engineer II with relevant experience.
• Work Environment:
  In-office and hybrid options with at least three office days per typical workweek in Des Moines, IA;
  Charlotte, NC;
  Raleigh, NC;
  Chicago, IL; or New York, NY.

Work Authorization/Sponsorship:
This role does not offer immigration sponsorship now or in the future for the United States. Equal Opportunity Employer. Principal is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace and provides comprehensive benefits.

Posting details:
Original Posting Date 7/15/2026;
Most Recently Posted Date 7/15/2026. Principal uses artificial intelligence tools to assist in reviewing and evaluating job applications. Applicants acknowledge this use as part of the recruitment process.