Ameriprise Financial, Inc

Software Engineer

Ameriprise Financial, Inc • $107K — $147K *
Boston, MA 02115Hybrid
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • 5-7 years of relevant experience required.
  • 7-10+ years of progressive experience with enterprise technologies, including leadership roles.
  • 3-5+ years of proven project management experience.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence and coach without direct reporting authority.
  • Advanced proficiency in Python for data engineering and analytics.
  • Experience in Asset Management or Financial Services industry.
  • Strong experience with Tableau for reporting and analytics.
  • Deep expertise in data modeling and analytics-ready data structures.
  • Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms like Snowflake and AWS Redshift.

Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and direction to a BI and Analytics team.
  • Develop and maintain a high performing team through effective hiring and coaching.
  • Deliver robust technical solutions aligned with project timelines and commitments.
  • Drive continuous process improvement and adherence to best practices.
  • Participate in root-cause analysis and implement corrective actions as necessary.
  • Track and measure departmental performance and report metrics to leadership.
  • Continuously develop technical expertise by staying informed on industry trends.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive benefits program supporting health and well-being.
  • Vacation time and sick leave.
  • 401(k) plan.
  • Health, dental, and life insurance options.
  • Pay-for-performance compensation philosophy with variable pay potential.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Provide technical expertise and leadership to a BI and Analytics team. Own the product strategy, roadmap, and delivery of Business Intelligence, Advanced Analytics, and AI-driven products supporting the North America Intermediary Distribution business.

Key Responsibilities
  • Provide technical expertise and leadership to a team of highly technical employees. Develop and maintain a high performing team through effective hiring, coaching, rigorous performance/talent management processes, and vendor partner management. Foster a collaborative, success-oriented team environment where resources are empowered and accountable. Provide work direction, delegation, and prioritization to team. Ensure compliance with company's policies, processes and procedures.
  • Through partnership with leadership and effective management of team(s) (direct reports and contractors/vendors), deliver robust technical solutions, ensure that service level commitments and project time lines are maintained. Ensure successful project design, configuration, performance, implementation and outstanding service delivery. Oversee the technical correctness and completeness of artifacts/documentation associated with engineering designs; pro-actively identify and resolve issues/problems. Verify that build activities are complete per the approved engineering diagrams. Redirect build activities as necessary. Oversee the hand-off of design solutions and confirm testing and validation are executed prior to the final release of new and upgraded technologies.
  • Provide thought leadership and significant influence to the continuous improvement of processes, policies and best practices to optimize performance and availability of technologies. Drive and develop consistent technical build, implementation and support processes. Verify designs are validated and adhere to defined standards. Ensure ongoing improvements align with standard process/service management principles and technology Systems Development Life Cycle (SDLC) methods.
  • Evaluate, troubleshoot and participate in root-cause analysis of development and test environment issues within technical area(s) of expertise. Once corrective action is identified, lead respective team to implement changes/improvements in designs/builds as necessary to prevent recurrence.
  • Define, track and measure overall department performance and metrics. Complete and distribute (and/or over see activity) applicable reports, models, status updates, statistics, etc., to technology leadership as required. Provide proper escalation to leadership for issues/problems as necessary. Participate in the organization's strategic and financial planning process.
  • Continuously develop specialized knowledge and technical subject matter expertise by remaining apprised of industry trends, the direction of emerging technologies, and their potential value to the business. Effectively present the value proposition of business-appropriate emerging technologies to technology leadership. Gain and maintain a broad understanding of business, business needs, and how assigned technologies/domain drive and support the business. #LI_DNI


Required Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, related field, or equivalent relevant work experience.
  • 5-7 years of relevant experienced required.
  • Deep and broad technical background with 7-10+ years experience of progressive scope/impact/responsibility (including both hands-on and leadership roles) working with relevant enterprise technologies.
  • 3-5+ years of project management experience with a proven track record for delivering projects and driving execution.
  • Demonstrated experience and success in influencing, leading, and coaching without direct leadership responsibility.
  • Demonstrated superior reasoning and troubleshooting skills.
  • Technical skill requirements vary per domain.
  • Experience in the Asset Management or Financial Services industry with a strong understanding of investment products, sales and redemptions, AUM etc.
  • Advanced proficiency in Python for data engineering, analytics, automation, and data quality validation.
  • Hands-on experience with Tableau for enterprise reporting, dashboard development, semantic layer design, and self-service analytics enablement.
  • Strong experience designing and developing solutions on modern cloud data platforms, including Snowflake and AWS Redshift.
  • Deep expertise in data modeling, dimensional modeling, semantic data layers, and analytics-ready data structures.
  • Proven ability to design and implement complex data transformation pipelines, integrating data from multiple internal and external sources.
  • Experience with Master Data Management (MDM), reference data management, data governance, metadata management, and data lineage practices.
  • Strong understanding of enterprise data architecture, including data warehousing, lakehouse concepts, ETL/ELT frameworks, and real-time data processing.
  • Experience working with cloud-native AWS services such as S3, Glue Catalog, Lambda, Athena and IAM.
  • Familiarity with data catalog and governance platforms such as Alation, Collibra, or Informatica.
  • Experience optimizing SQL workloads and performance tuning across large-scale analytical datasets.
  • Knowledge of data quality monitoring, reconciliation processes, and automated testing frameworks for analytical data platforms.


Preferred Qualifications
  • 2+ years of direct people-management experience to include performance management.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to translate technical information to non-technical audiences and vice versa.
  • Experience working in a multi-vendor (outsourced) environment.
  • Ability to negotiate or persuade others in complex situations.


Base Pay Salary

The estimated base salary for this role is $107,000 - $147100 a year. We have a pay-for-performance compensation philosophy. Your initial total compensation may vary based on job-related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographical work location. In addition, most of our roles are eligible for variable pay in the form of bonus, commissions, and/or long-term incentives depending on the role. We also have a competitive and comprehensive benefits program that supports all aspects of your health and well-being, including but not limited to vacation time, sick time, 401(k), and health, dental and life insurances.

Full-Time/Part-Time

Full time

Exempt/Non-Exempt

Exempt

Job Family Group

Technology

Line of Business

TECH Technology

About Ameriprise Financial, Inc

Ameriprise Financial, Inc Careers

Joining Ameriprise Financial, Inc presents an unparalleled opportunity to advance your career with a leader in financial services. Our team of professionals is dedicated to fostering an environment of growth, innovation, and leadership. Work You’ll Do At Ameriprise Financial, Inc, you will be part of a culture that thrives on diversity, professional excellence, and ethical standards. Our employees are empowered to master their roles and contribute to the company’s success through continuous personal and professional development. Transform Your Career Lead your career on a path of continuous growth with Ameriprise Financial, Inc. Our company stands at the forefront of the financial industry, integrating cutting-edge technology and substantial market expertise to deliver exceptional service to our clients. Work with a team of skilled professionals who are committed to a culture of innovation and exceptional leadership. Collaborate on projects that reshape financial planning and improve client outcomes. Ameriprise Financial, Inc Job Opportunities We are actively hiring and have a variety of job opportunities that cater to different skills and career levels. From entry-level positions to leadership roles, Ameriprise Financial, Inc offers a dynamic work environment where your skills will be honed and your achievements recognized. Join our team and contribute to our mission of helping clients achieve their financial goals. Explore positions in areas such as financial advising, customer service, IT, and more. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with an Ameriprise Financial, Inc internship. Our internships provide invaluable workplace experience, networking opportunities, and insights into the financial services industry. Interns at Ameriprise Financial, Inc are crucial team members, working alongside seasoned professionals and contributing to real-world projects. Benefits and Growth Ameriprise Financial, Inc is committed to the growth and development of our employees. We offer competitive benefits, diversity training, and professional development programs that encourage our team to stay ahead in the industry. Our benefits package includes health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and generous paid time off. Leadership and Development Develop your leadership skills through targeted training and mentorship at Ameriprise Financial, Inc. We believe in nurturing leadership potential and offer various programs designed to help you grow into a visionary leader within the company. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search for open positions that match your skills and interests. We are looking for passionate, curious, and driven team players. Start your journey with Ameriprise Financial, Inc today and build a career that you can be proud of. SEARCH AMERIPRISE FINANCIAL JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay informed with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Customize your subscription to receive job alerts, the latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. Discover the exciting and rewarding opportunities that await at Ameriprise Financial, Inc.
Learn more about Ameriprise Financial, Inc
Size
12,000 employees
Market Cap
$32.7 billion
Industry
Finance & Insurance
Net Income
$1.5 billion
Founded
1894
5 Year Trend
+2.6%
Revenue
$11.9 billion
NASDAQ
AMP
* Ladders Estimates

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