Charles Schwab

DevOps Technical Lead

Charles Schwab$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years in software/platform engineering with technical leadership experience
  • 1-2 years of AI software development experience, preferably with tools like GitHub CoPilot
  • Expertise in building and operating CI/CD pipelines and workflow automation
  • Familiarity with modern DevOps toolchains and automated testing platforms
  • Strong understanding of software development lifecycle practices including testing strategies
  • Hands-on experience in a major programming stack (e.g., Java or C#/.NET)
  • Experience in integrating secure SDLC practices with automated compliance validations
  • Excellent problem-solving, analytical thinking, and decision-making skills
  • Strong communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and improvement of CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows
  • Ensure consistency, auditability, and operational readiness throughout the software lifecycle
  • Embed quality gates, automated testing, and security controls in delivery pipelines
  • Create reusable templates and self-service delivery patterns for developers
  • Mentor engineers on workflow automation, testing, and system design best practices
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address delivery priorities and challenges
  • Own the end-to-end CI/CD experience, from build to deployment.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work at the forefront of AI-assisted development and automation
  • Chance to lead technical initiatives in a structured, regulated environment
  • Access to mentoring and professional development opportunities
  • Collaboration with cross-functional teams to solve complex engineering challenges
  • Involvement in shaping best practices for modern DevOps practices.
Full Job Description
As a DevOps Technical Lead, you will play a critical role in advancing modern software engineering practices, strengthening CI/CD reliability and standardization, and accelerating engineering productivity through responsible adoption of AI-assisted development and automation. This role combines hands-on technical leadership with strategic influence, partnering across Engineering, Security, Risk/Compliance, and Operations to deliver secure, scalable, and repeatable releases in a highly regulated environment.

You will lead the design and continuous improvement of CI/CD pipelines and automation workflows, ensuring consistency, auditability, and operational readiness throughout the software development lifecycle. By embedding quality gates, automated testing, and security controls directly into delivery pipelines, you will improve release confidence while reducing risk. You will also enhance the developer experience by creating reusable templates, enabling self-service delivery patterns, and coaching engineers to adopt best practices in workflow automation, testing, and system design.

In this role, you will contribute directly to production-grade code, guide architecture decisions, and mentor engineers to strengthen technical capabilities across teams. You will work collaboratively with cross-functional partners to align on delivery priorities, resolve complex challenges, and continuously improve system reliability, scalability, and maintainability. Your ability to apply analytical thinking, problem-solving, and sound decision-making will be essential in driving outcomes that improve speed, quality, and resilience across the engineering ecosystem.

As a Technical Lead, you will own the end-to-end CI/CD experience—from build and test through promotion and deployment—by establishing standardized, governed pipeline patterns that are secure, reliable, scalable, and audit-ready. You’ll accelerate delivery outcomes by embedding quality gates, security scanning, and automation-first practices, while also advancing responsible AI adoption to improve engineering throughput.

AI experience in software delivery contexts (e.g., AI-assisted development workflows, AI-enabled automation, or practical exposure to tools such as AI coding assistants), with a focus on safe usage and guardrails.

What you have

To ensure that we fulfill our promise of “challenging the status quo,” this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have

Required Qualifications:

  • 7+ years of experience in software engineering and/or platform engineering, including demonstrated technical leadership (e.g., Technical Lead, Lead Engineer, or Senior Engineer owning major systems)
  • 1-2 years Ai software development experience, such as GitHub CoPilot.
  • Proven expertise in building and operating CI/CD pipelines, including workflow automation, environment management, release orchestration, and quality gate implementation
  • Experience with modern DevOps toolchains such as GitHub-based workflows, artifact management, feature flagging, and automated testing platforms
  • Strong proficiency in software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices, including pipeline authoring, testing strategies, and code quality standards
  • Hands-on development experience in at least one major programming stack (e.g., Java or C#/.NET), with strong fundamentals in application development, design patterns, and code review practices
  • Practical experience integrating secure SDLC practices, including implementing security controls such as secrets scanning, policy-based checks, and automated compliance validations
  • Demonstrated ability to apply analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills to improve system reliability, scalability, and delivery outcomes
  • Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams and translate technical concepts into business impact

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience working in a regulated environment with exposure to audit, risk, compliance, or change management processes
  • Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code and cloud delivery patterns (e.g., Terraform, cloud platforms, or platform-as-a-service environments)
  • Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools or coding assistants and contributing to team-level best practices for responsible and effective adoption

Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship.

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

About Charles Schwab

Charles Schwab is a financial services company that provides a full range of securities, brokerage, banking, money management, financial advisory, investor, and retirement plan services. It operates in four main divisions; investing, wealth management, banking, and trading. Charles Schwab provides a full-service brokerage platform that serves individual investors who invest on their own or through a workplace-sponsored retirement or equity plan, as well as banking through Schwab Bank. The firm was founded in 1973 and is headquartered in San Francisco, California.

Charles Schwab Careers

Join the vibrant team at Charles Schwab, a leader in global finance, where your career is propelled by innovation, leadership, and a commitment to diversity and professional growth. At Charles Schwab, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for you to make a significant impact on the industry and our clients' lives.

Work You’ll Do

At Charles Schwab, we are dedicated to helping our clients manage their financial futures. Being part of our team means you'll work alongside some of the most skilled professionals in the financial services industry. Our culture thrives on teamwork, integrity, and relentless dedication to our clients. Whether you're looking for a position in financial consulting, technology, or administrative support, Charles Schwab offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized.

Innovate and Lead

Embrace the opportunity to lead through innovation. Charles Schwab’s commitment to technology and innovation is fundamental to our service delivery. By joining our team, you will be at the forefront of developing new solutions that redefine the future of finance. Your leadership can guide significant projects that impact our company and the industry.

Grow Your Career

Charles Schwab believes in fostering the growth of its employees. Whether through professional development programs, diversity training, or leadership workshops, we ensure that our team members receive the support and training they need to advance their careers. With a variety of career paths available, your job at Schwab can evolve with your interests and expertise.

Internship and Employment Opportunities

Start your professional journey with Charles Schwab through our internship programs or full-time employment opportunities. We seek individuals who are passionate, curious, and ready to drive change. A career at Schwab is not just about having a job; it's about building a lasting relationship with a company that values your potential.

Benefits and Culture

Charles Schwab is renowned for its employee-friendly culture. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our team members. From competitive salaries and bonuses to health insurance and retirement plans, Schwab ensures that your career is as rewarding as it is enriching.

Networking and Professional Development

Expand your professional network and enhance your skills through our various networking events, mentorship programs, and training sessions. At Charles Schwab, we believe in leveraging collective expertise to foster learning and innovation. Engage with leaders, gain insights from experienced professionals, and build relationships that will aid your career trajectory.

Join Our Team

Explore the numerous career paths available at Charles Schwab and discover how your talents can be utilized to their fullest potential. Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We are continuously hiring across various disciplines and look forward to adding innovative, driven individuals to our team.

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Learn more about Charles Schwab
Size
34,200 employees
Market Cap
$151.6 billion
Industry
Net Income
$3.2 billion
Founded
1973
5 Year Trend
+20%
Revenue
$12.1 billion
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