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(s).

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.

The Lead Software Engineer in Retirement Plan Services (RPS) Tech Engineering leads modernization initiatives to transform legacy systems into secure, scalable, and cloud-native platforms. This position drives strategic alignment between technology and business priorities, enabling Schwab to innovate and challenge the status quo. The role offers enterprise-level impact, exposure to advanced technologies, and opportunities for leadership development. Candidates will work with a collaborative team focused on automation, DevOps, and continuous improvement. This is a unique chance to shape Schwab’s digital transformation while gaining hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and practices.

Position Responsibilities:

Lead modernization initiatives for RPS Tech platformsAlign technology strategy with business objectivesMentor and develop team talentEnsure operational excellence, security, and performanceCollaborate with architects and product teams to implement Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Clean Architecture principlesEnsure API solutions meet enterprise security, scalability, and performance standardsMentor junior engineers and provide technical guidance across multiple teamsPartner with cross-functional teams to integrate APIs with public/private cloud environments and enterprise systemsContribute to governance improvements and enforce coding standards and CI/CD practicesTroubleshoot complex issues and optimize API performance in production environmentsWhat you have

Required Qualifications:

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience)10+ years of experience in software engineering with a strong focus on API development5+ years in leadership roles,leading engineering teams and delivering enterprise-scale technology solutionsExpertise in .NET Core/.NET 6+, C#, and RESTful API designStrong understanding of Domain-Driven Design (DDD) and Clean ArchitectureHands-on experience with CI/CD pipelines, Git, and automated testing frameworksSolid knowledge of security best practices for APIs (OAuth2, JWT, etc.)Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced environmentExperience working in Agile/SAFe environments, leading SCRUM teams and driving iterative deliveryDemonstrated ability to align technology strategy with business objectives and influence senior stakeholdersDeep knowledge of API design and integration, microservices, and distributed systemsLead technical design and development of modern APIs using .NET technologies and best practicesDrive modernization initiatives, including migration from legacy systems (e.g., SNE) to cloud-native platforms such as PCF/Tanzu

Preferred Qualifications:

Experience with AI-driven development tools or integration with platforms like Vertex AI ADKFamiliarity with event-driven architectures and messaging systems (Kafka, RabbitMQ)Knowledge of microservices patterns and distributed systemsExposure to performance tuning and observability tools (AppDynamics, Splunk, Prometheus)Prior experience in financial services or retirement plan systemsStrong leadership and mentoring capabilities

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 planPaid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positionsPaid parental leave and family building benefitsTuition reimbursementHealth, dental, and vision insurance Apply Save job