Charles Schwab

Senior Site Reliability Engineer

Charles Schwab$120K — $145K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5+ years in production applications, software engineering, site reliability engineering, or DevOps roles.
  • Experience managing application reliability via Service Level Objectives (SLOs) and monitoring practices.
  • Proven ability to troubleshoot complex issues across various platforms and systems.
  • Familiarity with observability tools like Splunk, Grafana, and Datadog.
  • Strong knowledge of Cashiering and Move Money functions such as Wires and ACH.
  • Experience with .NET and Java applications.
  • Familiarity with AI productivity tools like GitHub Copilot.

Responsibilities

  • Ensure stability and operational excellence of Cashiering platforms.
  • Lead complex incident resolution efforts in collaboration with development and infrastructure teams.
  • Drive production readiness and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Implement monitoring practices for system reliability.
  • Shape operational best practices while balancing reliability and business outcomes.
  • Collaborate with external vendors and stakeholders to enhance application performance.
  • Leverage data-driven approaches to optimize efficiency across systems.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to influence business-critical modernization initiatives.
  • Collaborative work environment with application development and infrastructure teams.
  • Exposure to cutting-edge tools and technologies including artificial intelligence and observability platforms.
  • Possibility of bonuses and incentives for performance.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

As a Site Reliability Engineer supporting the Cashiering organization, you will play a critical role in ensuring the stability, resiliency, and operational excellence of Schwab’s Move Money platforms. This role supports business-critical modernization initiatives, including Crypto and PRISM, while driving production readiness, availability, and continuous improvement across distributed applications. You will leverage observability, automation, and data-driven decision making to identify issues, improve system reliability, and optimize operational efficiency.

 

Working closely with application development teams, infrastructure partners, business stakeholders, and external vendors, you will lead complex incident resolution efforts, influence resiliency strategies, and help shape operational best practices. Success in this role requires strong problem-solving skills, adaptability in a fast-paced environment, and the ability to build collaborative relationships while balancing reliability, performance, and business outcomes across mission-critical Cashiering services.

What you have

Required Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience supporting production applications, software engineering, site reliability engineering, DevOps, or related technology environments
  • Experience managing application reliability through Service Level Objectives (SLOs), monitoring practices, and operational health management
  • Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex issues across applications, platforms, infrastructure, and distributed systems
  • Experience with observability and monitoring tools including Splunk, Grafana, Datadog, AppDynamics, or ThousandEyes
  • Strong knowledge of Cashiering and Move Money functions including Wires, ACH, Journals, Checks, and Check Deposits
  • Experience reviewing and troubleshooting .NET and Java-based applications
  • Experience with AI-enabled productivity and automation tools such as GitHub Copilot and Microsoft Copilot Studio
  • Experience supporting CI/CD pipelines, production readiness processes, and operational support practices
  • Working knowledge of Jira, Bamboo, Confluence, Control-M, SQL Server, DB2, and IT service management disciplines
  • Strong analytical thinking, communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills with the ability to coordinate effectively during critical incidents

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with Pivotal Cloud Foundry and Google Cloud Platform environments
  • Knowledge of Linux administration, including RHEL environments
  • Experience with shell scripting, Python, Perl, Ruby, or PowerShell
  • Understanding of disaster recovery, resiliency planning, and business continuity programs
  • Experience supporting distributed applications in highly regulated or financial services environments
  • Knowledge of network services including DNS, VPNs, load balancers, proxies, and firewalls
  • Experience working with SAN and NAS storage technologies
  • Experience mentoring team members and promoting operational standards and best practices

In addition to the salary range, this role is eligible for bonuses or incentive opportunity

 

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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