Distinguished Architect - Trading & Investment Management TechnologyAs a
Distinguished Architect - Trading & Investment Management Technology, you will shape the future of trading platforms across Broker Dealer, Advisory, and Models capabilities - working at the forefront of cloud transformation, AI-enabled trading, and next-generation financial infrastructure. This is a rare opportunity to operate at
enterprise scale while remaining deeply hands-on, driving meaningful impact for advisors and their clients.
Job OverviewThe Distinguished Architect serves as a senior individual contributor responsible for defining and advancing the target-state architecture across LPL's trading and investment management platforms. This role partners closely with executive leadership to align business strategy with modern, scalable, and secure technology solutions.
Blending strategic influence with technical depth, this leader guides architecture standards, modernization initiatives, and innovation efforts across high-volume, mission-critical trading systems. This role requires hands-on depth in designing low-latency, high-throughput trading systems, including real-time event streaming, order routing, and market data infrastructure at scale.
The role may sit hybrid out of any of our hubs including NYC (Midtown), Fort Mill SC, San Diego CA, or Austin TX.
Responsibilities- Own architecture for enterprise-scale trading platforms supporting $1T+ in assets.Partner with business, product, and technology leadership to align architecture strategy with enterprise priorities and investments.
- Build at the intersetion of AI-driven trading, real-time data systems, and digital assets.
- Define target-state architecture for trading platforms across Broker Dealer, Advisory, and Models domains.
- Lead modernization initiatives including cloud adoption (AWS), API-first design, and transformation to microservices and event-driven architectures.
- Establish and evolve enterprise architecture standards, frameworks, and reusable assets that drive scalability, performance, and security.
- Influence enterprise standards, not just a single domain
- Drive adoption of emerging technologies including AI/ML, real-time data platforms, and blockchain-based capabilities.
- Guide and influence domain architects to ensure architectural consistency and quality across the trading ecosystem.
- Champion Architecture as Code (AaC) to enable scalable governance, compliance, and continuous delivery.
- Provide strategic guidance on build vs. buy decisions and industry best practices to executive stakeholders.
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- 8 or more years of experience designing enterprise-scale architectures, including microservices and event-driven systems.
- 5 or more years of experience in trading technology domains (e.g., equities, ETFs, options, or wealth platforms).
- Experience in trading systems including OMS/EMS platforms, FIX protocol, and market data infrastructure.
- Experience leading cloud transformation initiatives (AWS preferred) and modernizing legacy platforms.
- Experience in defining and executing long-term architecture strategies and roadmaps.
Core Competencies- Strategic systems thinking with the ability to translate business goals into scalable technical solutions
- Strong executive communication and influence skills
- Hands-on technical leadership with a focus on innovation and modernization
Preferences- Experience in financial services, wealth management, or broker-dealer environments
- Familiarity with AI/ML platforms or use cases within trading environments
- Exposure to blockchain or distributed ledger technologies and digital asset platforms
Pay Range: $197,966.00 - $329,909.00
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!
