Java Developer

Charles Schwab Inc.•Austin, TX

1d•$58 - $67•Onsite

About The Position

As a Software Engineer, you will play a critical role in driving consistent, high-quality software delivery by applying modern engineering practices, building scalable solutions, and enhancing development and testing frameworks. You will work hands-on across the software development lifecycle, contributing to the design and delivery of reliable, performant applications that directly support business outcomes. This role requires strong problem-solving skills and sound technical decision-making to evaluate trade-offs, resolve production issues, and continuously improve system performance and code quality. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional partners—including engineers, product owners, and stakeholders—to refine requirements, contribute to architectural decisions, and ensure alignment between technical solutions and business needs. In a fast-paced, evolving environment, you’ll adapt quickly, leverage automation and AI-assisted development tools to improve efficiency, and help elevate team standards through code reviews, testing practices, and continuous integration and deployment. Your contributions will help position technology as a strategic differentiator for Schwab’s Wealth and Advice Solutions business.

Requirements

6+ years of software development experience delivering scalable, enterprise-grade applications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience
Strong foundation in Computer Science fundamentals, including Data Structures, Algorithms, Object-Oriented Design, and Design Patterns
Experience building RESTful APIs using Java and Spring Boot
Proficiency working with relational databases (e.g., SQL Server, PostgreSQL) and strong SQL skills for data modeling and querying
Experience applying Test-Driven Development (TDD) and writing unit and integration tests to ensure code quality and reliability
Experience with version control systems and CI/CD practices (e.g., GitHub)
Understanding of Agile principles and experience working on Scrum-based delivery teams
Exposure to cloud-based application development across platforms such as AWS, Azure, GCP, or PCF
Ability to troubleshoot, diagnose, and resolve production application issues
Strong communication, collaboration, and time management skills in a fast-paced environment
Experience using AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot) to improve development productivity and code quality while managing enterprise data responsibly

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field
Experience in Wealth Management or Financial Services
Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies
Strong analytical thinking, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Experience collaborating across technical and business teams to deliver outcomes

Responsibilities

Play a critical role in driving consistent, high-quality software delivery by applying modern engineering practices.
Build scalable solutions.
Enhance development and testing frameworks.
Work hands-on across the software development lifecycle.
Contribute to the design and delivery of reliable, performant applications that directly support business outcomes.
Evaluate trade-offs, resolve production issues, and continuously improve system performance and code quality.
Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners—including engineers, product owners, and stakeholders—to refine requirements, contribute to architectural decisions, and ensure alignment between technical solutions and business needs.
Adapt quickly in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
Leverage automation and AI-assisted development tools to improve efficiency.
Help elevate team standards through code reviews, testing practices, and continuous integration and deployment.