Senior Backend Software Engineer

About the role

Vanguard is seeking a Senior Engineer to join our Advice & Wealth Management Technology team. You’ll help power core data services that support critical client experiences.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain backend services and data-driven applications
• Develop scalable, reliable solutions using Java and modern backend frameworks
• Work across the full development lifecycle, including design, development, testing, and deployment
• Partner with teammates in an Agile environment to refine requirements and deliver features
• Integrate APIs, data sources, and third-party services to support seamless data flow
• Contribute to improving system performance, scalability, and reliability
• Participate in code reviews, technical discussions, and design sessions
• Apply and support best practices in testing, deployment, and code quality
• Collaborate with cross-functional partners to deliver solutions aligned with business needs

Qualifications

• Minimum of five years related work experience, with at least one year of development experience.
• Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Experience with backend engineering, including:
• Java
• Building and consuming APIs / web services
• Working with databases and data-intensive applications

• Experience with cloud platforms (AWS preferred)
• Experience working in Agile or Scrum environments
• Ability to manage work across multiple priorities and contribute to team deliverables
• Strong collaboration and communication skills

Preferred

• Experience with technologies such as Redis or similar caching/data tools
• Familiarity with distributed systems and high-performance applications
• Experience contributing to improvements in system performance, testing, or deployment practices

Special Factors

Sponsorship: Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission—we're on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

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