VP - Principal Software Developer

VP – Principal Software Developer

LPL Financial

What if you could build a career where ambition meets innovation? At LPL Financial, we empower professionals to shape their success while helping clients pursue their financial goals with confidence. What if you could have access to cutting‑edge resources, a collaborative environment, and the freedom to make an impact? If you're ready to take the next step, discover what’s possible with LPL Financial.

We are seeking a VP, Principal Software Developer to join our Investor Experience Technology organization, delivering solutions for advisors and institutions. This role combines deep technical expertise with payments domain knowledge to architect and implement innovative, scalable solutions that drive business impact.

• Architect and implement cloud-native solutions on AWS with a focus on resiliency and scalability.
• Lead full-stack development initiatives across frontend, backend, and infrastructure layers.
• Drive architectural decisions and establish best practices for development and delivery.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to ensure seamless execution of complex initiatives.

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Strong payments domain expertise (ACH, wires, checks, RTP, Fed Now).
• 5+ years in Tech Lead or Solution Architect roles designing complex systems.
• 10+ years of full‑stack development experience, including microservices and REST APIs.
• Expertise in .NET, Angular, JavaScript, C#, SQL Server, and AWS.

• Excellent communication skills with ability to influence technical and business stakeholders.
• Strong problem‑solving and debugging capabilities.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute tasks effectively in dynamic environments.

$155,288–$258,813 per year. Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, including 401(k) matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more.

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor‑mediated marketplace, LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans.

• Innovative Environment:
  We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team.
• Limitless Career Potential:
  Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential.
• Unified Mission:
  We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients.
• Impactful Work:
  Our size is just right for you to make a real impact.
• Commitment to Equality:
  We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds.
• Community Focus:
  We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same.
• Benefits and Total Rewards:
  Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance.

Principals only. EOE.

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