Charles Schwab

Sr Manager Software Development and Engineering

Charles Schwab$120K — $150K *
Information Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelors’ degree in Computer Engineering or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 10+ years in Client Communication design with OpenText Exstream
  • 10+ years with communication fulfillment using CommServer
  • 5-7 years implementing and maintaining content tools like Content Author from OpenText
  • Experience with CI/CD tools (e.g., Bitbucket, Bamboo, Jenkins, GitHub)
  • Technical leadership experience in software development teams
  • Proficiency in troubleshooting fulfillment issues to meet SLAs
  • Experience in fast-paced, highly regulated environments.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with product owners to define software strategy and requirements
  • Design and develop new features in an agile setting
  • Lead code reviews and mentor junior developers
  • Identify and solve issues in the system efficiently
  • Work with UX professionals to enhance user-facing features
  • Estimate development tasks in collaboration with delivery teams
  • Utilize automated testing frameworks to ensure software quality
  • Lead end-to-end application delivery processes
  • Interface with vendors to resolve issues swiftly
  • Leverage AI tools to improve development efficiency.

Benefits

  • Empowerment to impact your career
  • Opportunity to work on innovative and scalable solutions
  • Engagement in a fast-paced, agile environment
  • Consistent challenges fostering professional development
  • Culture that promotes ownership and creative problem solving.
Full Job Description
Your Opportunity

We are looking for a Software Engineer who is passionate about technology and the experiences it can create to join our Client Reporting development team. This is an opportunity to work on an innovative client communications platform while building reliable, scalable, and advanced solutions to help our internal Schwab reps communicate with clients. You’ll support complex vendor integrations and communication templates in a fast paced agile environment. If you’re looking to bring your expertise to a firm that will provide consistent challenges, promoting development and ownership of your career, this is the role for you.

 

CRT champions innovative and scalable technical solutions to deliver superior client communication experience, through multiple delivery channels. CRT’s software product portfolio include brokerage and bank statement applications, letters, tax documents, trade confirmations, operational and marketing communications, and regulatory forms. An ideal candidate should have experience in a technical lead role and capable of planning, designing, building, and leading next generation technology and building technology roadmaps aligning to the needs of our growing business.As a Senior Software Developer, your job activities will include gathering and interpreting user requirements, design, and development of solutions, enforcing architectural guidelines within the applications, researching, and documenting production environment issues, and driving discussions with technical, business, and external technical partners. At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together. 

 

•          Collaborate with product owners and business partners to define strategy, road maps and scope of software requirements (decompose                          narratives, design features, and prioritize tasks)•          Design and deliver new concepts and features, working alongside development peers in an agile environment•          Serve as a technology team leader: leading code reviews, clarifying technical requirements, explaining end to end system flows, designing                    system/tech artifacts and mentoring junior team members•          Identify root causes of issues or bugs identified and remediate them efficiently•          Partner with UX experts to incorporate user facing enhancements into a complex communications system•          Partner with delivery manager, scrum master and product owner to provide development sizing estimates•          Utilize automated software test tools and frameworks such as test driven development to achieve the highest quality in software delivery•          Support integration efforts to build whole systems from various subsystems•          Identify technology risks early and establish mitigation plans•          Lead end-to-end application delivery – design system requirements, development, quality check process including testing strategy and                          production releases•          Leverage AI to help speed development efforts and create a smooth and efficient pipeline.•          Interface with with vendors to identify and remediate any issues that arise within the environment

 

 

What you have

To ensure that we have fulfilled our promise of "challenging the status quo," this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.

 

Qualifications

  • Bachelors’ degree in Computer Engineering OR related degree and/or practical experience
  • 10+ years of professional level Client Communication design experience leveraging OpenText Exstream design suite
  • 10+ years of applicable experience  with communication fulfillment leveraging CommServer
  • 5-7 years Experience implementing and maintaining business facing content tools such as Content Author from OpenText
  • Experience with CI/CD tools like Bitbucket/Bamboo/Jenkin/GitHub etc.
  • Experience participating as a member of a scrum team in an agile environment
  • Experience leading technical teams and working efficiently across multiple skill levels to produce high quality software with the best possible user experience.
  • Experience troubleshooting real-time fulfillment issues to maintain SLAs
  • Experience working within Client Communications technology group as a technical expert to troubleshoot across multiple implementations of both manual and automatically initiated communications to ensure proper delivery within established SLAs.
  • 5+ years Experience working in a fast-paced, highly regulated industy
  • Experience building agents with github copilot or similar AI technology and/or utilizing AI to assist in the development process
  • Experience integrating client communication vendor technologies with streamlined UIs to allow internal reps to send templated communications to clients
  • Partner with architects and product teams to create comprehensive designs and roadmap for complex systems
  • Ability to effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and nontechnical audiences
  • Enthusiastic relationship builder: ability to partner multi-functionally and work efficiently with different levels and functions within an organization
  • Demonstrated exposure to, or hands-on experience with, GenAI coding assistants used across day-to-day engineering workflows in the SDLC—implementation, refactoring, unit testing, regression support, code reviews, scripting/automation, troubleshooting, and documentation—while applying engineering judgment and validation.
  • Practical familiarity with tools such as GitHub Copilot or Claude Code is expected.
  • Ability to work with both real-time and batch communication systems

 

 

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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Ready to take the next step in your career? Visit our careers page to review current job openings, submit your resume, and prepare for your interview. At Charles Schwab, your future is waiting. [SEARCH CHARLES SCHWAB JOBS] Join Charles Schwab today and be part of a team that values diversity, innovation, and leadership—where your career can thrive in the exciting world of finance.
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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