Java Software Engineer

About the role

This role supports the CCAT organization within Schwab Technology Services (STS), enabling the future of how clients manage their money through innovative technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, deploy, and support highly available applications that deliver measurable business and client impact.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, product partners, and business stakeholders to solve complex technical challenges, influence solution design decisions, and deliver scalable solutions that improve performance, reliability, and maintainability.
• Translate business needs into technical solutions, make informed decisions in a fast-paced environment, and continuously improve engineering practices through automation, cloud technologies, and continuous delivery.
• Contribute to the development of distributed applications, APIs, event-driven solutions, and cloud-aligned services that support critical business capabilities across the firm.
• Leverage data-driven problem solving, continuously learn emerging technologies, and help drive innovation through modern development practices, AI-assisted engineering tools, and engineering productivity solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 6+ years of experience in software engineering with Java, Spring Framework, and RESTful API development.
• 2+ years of experience working with relational or distributed databases such as PostgreSQL, MongoDB, or Yugabyte.
• 2+ years of experience utilizing source control, continuous integration, and continuous delivery tools such as Git, Bitbucket, or Bamboo.
• 2+ years of experience developing and deploying applications in cloud environments including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• Experience using AI-assisted engineering tools such as GitHub Copilot or similar technologies to improve software development efficiency while maintaining code quality and engineering standards.
• Experience working in Agile environments using tools such as Jira and Confluence.
• Demonstrated analytical, problem-solving, collaboration, and communication skills.
• Experience designing, developing, testing, deploying, and supporting enterprise applications across the software development lifecycle.

Preferred Qualifications

• 1+ year of experience developing event-driven architectures using Kafka, RabbitMQ, or similar messaging technologies.
• 1+ year of experience supporting real-time data processing or streaming applications.
• Experience with batch processing, data pipelines, Spring Batch, or PySpark.
• Proven ability to independently own and deliver features from design through production deployment.
• Experience participating in architecture discussions, code reviews, and technical design sessions.
• Strong focus on software quality, test automation, and production reliability.
• Demonstrated curiosity, adaptability, and commitment to continuous learning and technology innovation.

What’s in it for you

• A competitive benefits package that includes a 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan.
• Paid time off for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions.
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance.