Java Developer

Your opportunity

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. We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).

Schwab Technology Services (STS) enables how clients manage their money by delivering innovative, reliable technology that supports investing and financial planning. Within STS, the Wealth and Advice Solutions Technology (WAS Tech) organization partners closely with the Wealth and Advice Solutions business-one of Schwab's key growth areas-to deliver scalable, high-quality digital capabilities for high-net-worth and ultra-high-net-worth clients.

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.

What you have

Required Qualifications

• 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

Preferred Qualifications

• 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

In addition to the salary range, this role is eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

What's in it for you

At Schwab, you're empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration-so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan

• Paid time 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

What's in it for you:

At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan

Paid time 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

Schwab is an affirmative action employer, focused on employing and advancing in employment, qualified women, racial and ethnic minorities, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities in the workplace. If you have a disability and require reasonable accommodations in the application process, contact Human Resources at View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io.