LPL Financial

AVP DevX - AI Engineer/Technical Lead

LPL Financial$147K — $245K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of application development experience with .NET, Angular, React, TypeScript, and Python in cloud environments
  • 2-5+ years of experience in delivering AI/ML and GenAI solutions
  • 2+ years of hands-on experience with the Claude Suite
  • 2+ years of architect-level experience with RAG and GraphRAG pipelines
  • 2+ years of experience designing AI agents with multi-agent orchestration.

Responsibilities

  • Design and enhance cloud-native platform services and AI capabilities for developer productivity.
  • Architect and deliver enterprise-grade AI solutions, including RAG and GraphRAG pipelines.
  • Drive end-to-end adoption of Claude Suite and its various components.
  • Lead Cursor AI integration and AI-assisted development workflows.
  • Build LLM evaluation pipelines and implement AI observability metrics.
  • Develop and maintain Internal Developer Platform components and self-service portals.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams in Agile ceremonies and technical design sessions.

Benefits

  • 401K matching
  • Health benefits
  • Employee stock options
  • Paid time off
  • Volunteer time off
Full Job Description
Job Overview

As AVP, Software Engineer, you will serve as a senior individual contributor and technical leader within the Developer Experience Platform and PDLC AI Enablement domain. This role focuses on two closely connected areas:

Internal Developer Platform (IDP) - delivering self-service automation, golden paths, and reference architectures. AI and GenAI enablement - providing production-ready RAG pipelines, agents, plugins, and AI-assisted development tools as first-class platform capabilities.

This role is intentionally hands-on. You will write production code, review pull requests, pair with engineers on AI prototypes, and shape platform and AI architecture. While you will influence teams, roadmaps, and executive stakeholders, this role does not include direct people management.

Responsibilities
  • Design, build, and evolve cloud-native platform services and AI/GenAI capabilities that improve developer productivity and software delivery outcomes.
  • Architect and deliver enterprise-grade AI solutions, including RAG and GraphRAG pipelines, multi-agent systems, LLM-powered developer tools, plugins, MCP tools, and reusable skills.
  • Drive Claude Suite adoption end-to-end, including claude.ai, Claude API, Claude Code, system prompt design, and context window management.
  • Lead large-scale Cursor AI integration, including workspace rules, .cursorrules governance, MCP server connections, and AI-assisted development workflows.
  • Build and operate LLM evaluation pipelines using RAGAS, LangSmith, and custom evaluation harnesses; implement AI observability such as tracing, hallucination detection, latency and token cost dashboards, drift monitoring, and guardrails.
  • Contribute to the build-out of the Internal Developer Platform, including Backstage plugin development, golden-path templates, and self-service portals for application, infrastructure, and architecture automation.
  • Participate in Agile ceremonies including Scrum events and PI Planning; collaborate with Product, Architecture, Security, and Platform partners on delivery planning and technical design.
  • Facilitate solution design sessions, technical demos, Lunch & Learn events, office hours, and developer community forums to share knowledge and address engineering pain points.
  • Translate developer feedback and partner team needs into scalable platform and AI capabilities.
  • Author and maintain technical documentation including design documents, runbooks, disaster recovery strategies, and release documentation in alignment with enterprise standards.
  • Develop and maintain web, API, and AI-enabled services, including secure coding practices, vulnerability remediation, testing, and CI/CD automation.
  • Partner closely with Architecture, Security, Cloud, DevSecOps, Quality Engineering, Compliance, and Release teams to define and promote reference architectures and best practices.
  • Embed DevSecOps and Responsible AI principles, including shift-left security, SAST/DAST integration, SBOM generation, software supply chain controls, and AI governance.
  • Track and improve platform adoption metrics, AI usage and quality indicators, and developer experience outcomes.
  • Present platform architecture, AI capabilities, and technical recommendations to senior leadership and executive stakeholders.
  • Continuously identify opportunities for automation and innovation that simplify workflows and enhance the developer experience across the enterprise.


What are we looking for?

We're looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

Requirements
  • 10+ years of hands-on, end-to-end application development experience across .NET, Angular, React, TypeScript, and Python in cloud-hosted (AWS), microservice-based environments.
  • 2-5+ years of hands-on experience delivering AI/ML and GenAI solutions in enterprise production environments.
  • 2+ years experience with the Claude Suite, including claude.ai, Claude API, Claude Code, system prompt design, and context window management.
  • 2+ years Architect-level experience with RAG and GraphRAG pipelines, including chunking strategies, embedding models, and vector stores such as Pinecone, pgvector, or Azure AI Search.
  • 2+ years experience designing and implementing AI agents, including multi-agent orchestration, tool use, memory strategies, and agent communication protocols.


Core Competencies
  • Designing complete cloud solutions with consideration for scalability, security, data protection, disaster recovery, FinOps (including AI workload cost), and compliance.
  • API design expertise, including OpenAPI, GraphQL, versioning strategies, rate limiting, and gateway integration.
  • Experience with GitOps, blue-green and dark release deployment strategies, and Infrastructure as Code.
  • Track record of contributing to and scaling Internal Developer Platforms, including paved paths, golden paths, and self-service portals.
  • DevSecOps and InnerSource practices, including contribution models, discoverability, reuse, and security automation.
  • Commitment to automated testing, code quality, and continuous improvement using industry-standard tools and frameworks.
  • Clear written and verbal communication, with the ability to explain complex platform and AI concepts to technical and non-technical audiences.
  • Ability to influence cross-functional teams and senior stakeholders through technical expertise and collaboration rather than formal authority.


Preferences
  • Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
  • AWS certifications (Developer, Solutions Architect, or equivalent).
  • Experience with graph databases such as Neo4j or Amazon Neptune.
  • Experience with OpenTelemetry custom instrumentation.
  • Familiarity with advanced prompt engineering patterns (e.g., React, SELF-RAG) and model fine-tuning approaches
  • Experience working within Responsible AI and AI governance frameworks.
  • Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, ownership mindset, and comfort working in fast-changing technical environments.
  • Experience with LLM orchestration frameworks such as LangChain, LangGraph, Semantic Kernel, or AutoGen.


Pay Range:
$147,500.00 - $245,900.00
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. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play - such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!

About LPL Financial

LPL Financial is the largest organization of independent financial advisors in the United States. LPL Financial was formed in 1989 through the merger of two brokerage firms: Linsco (established in 1968) and Private Ledger (established in 1973); and has since expanded its number of independent financial advisors from a few hundred to more than 13,300 in 2012. LPL Financial has main office locations in Boston, Charlotte, and San Diego. Approximately 2,900 employees support financial advisors; financial institutions; and technology, custody, and clearing service subscribers with enabling technology, comprehensive clearing and compliance services, practice management programs and training, and independent research. LPL Financial advisors help clients meet investment goals with a number of financial services, including equities, bonds, mutual funds, annuities, insurance, and fee-based programs. Unlike many other brokerage firms, LPL Financial does not develop its own investment products, enabling the firm’s investment professionals to offer financial advice free from broker/dealer-inspired conflicts of interest.

LPL Financial Careers

Join the dynamic team at LPL Financial, a leader in the financial services industry, and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and professional growth. At LPL Financial, we offer unparalleled job opportunities that propel your career forward while fostering a culture of diversity and inclusion.

Work You’ll Do

At LPL Financial, you’ll engage in meaningful work that directly impacts our clients and the financial industry. As part of our team, you will: - Utilize your skills to drive innovation and operational excellence. - Collaborate with seasoned professionals in a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion. - Lead projects that transform our services and client experiences at the intersection of technology and financial consultancy.

Join Our Market-Leading Team

LPL Financial is not just a company; it's a community where you can build a career. Our team of experts is dedicated to providing guidance and support that enhances your professional journey: - Participate in diversity training programs that prepare you for leadership roles within and beyond the company. - Engage in networking opportunities that connect you with industry leaders and peers. - Benefit from a robust suite of benefits designed to support your physical, emotional, and financial well-being.

Innovative Growth and Development

We believe in nurturing the growth of our employees through: - Comprehensive professional development programs that include certifications, seminars, and workshops. - Leadership tracks that encourage innovation and strategic thinking. - Internship programs that offer real-world experience and a pathway to full-time employment.

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Learn more about LPL Financial
Size
6,059 employees
Market Cap
$16.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$472.6 million
Founded
2006
5 Year Trend
+13.8%
Revenue
$5.8 billion
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