AI/ML Lead Engineer

Software Engineer Opportunity

At Franklin Templeton, we're advancing our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic firm spans asset management, wealth management, and fintech, offering many ways to help investors make progress toward their goals. Our talented teams working around the globe bring expertise that's both broad and unique. From our welcoming, inclusive, and flexible culture to our global and diverse business, we provide opportunities to help you reach your potential while helping our clients reach theirs.

Come join us in delivering better outcomes for our clients around the world!

Job Summary

We are seeking a motivated and adaptable Software Engineer to join our team and support a mix of existing and evolving systems. This role is ideal for an engineer early in their career or at the mid-level who enjoys problem solving, learning how systems work end-to-end, and working with both modern and legacy technologies.

You will contribute to the development, enhancement, and support of business-critical applications, including systems built using Windows batch scripting, Oracle PL/SQL, and C#.NET WinForms. Success in this role requires curiosity, strong troubleshooting skills, and a willingness to learn and maintain older technologies while helping modernize solutions over time.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, maintain, and enhance existing applications built with C#.NET WinForms, Oracle PL/SQL, and Windows batch scripts
• Analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve application issues across multiple layers (UI, application logic, database, and batch processes)
• Collaborate with senior engineers to understand system architecture, business logic, and data flows
• Support production systems by investigating defects, performing root-cause analysis, and implementing fixes
• Write and maintain clear technical documentation for code, processes, and system behavior
• Participate in code reviews and follow established development and quality standards
• Assist with incremental improvements and modernization efforts while ensuring system stability
• Work closely with business partners and IT teams to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent experience
• 1+ years of professional software development experience
• Working knowledge of a general-purpose programming language (C#, Java, Python, or similar).
• Basic understanding of relational databases and SQL (Structured Query Language).
• Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills, with the ability to methodically diagnose issues
• Willingness and ability to learn and work with legacy technologies and systems
• Good communication skills and the ability to work effectively in a team environment

Preferred Skills

• Experience or exposure to one or more of the following:
• C#.NET WinForms
• Oracle PL/SQL
• Windows batch scripting
• Experience supporting or maintaining existing production systems
• Familiarity with version control systems (e.g., Git, TFS, or similar)
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC) and basic testing practices
• Interest in system modernization, refactoring, or technical debt reduction

What We're Looking For

• A strong problem solver who enjoys understanding how things work
• Someone who is patient, detail-oriented, and comfortable working with complex or older codebases
• An engineer who values learning, documentation, and long-term system reliability
• A team player who takes ownership of issues and follows them through to resolution

Why Join Us

• Opportunity to gain deep understanding of real-world enterprise systems
• Hands-on experience with both legacy and modern technologies
• Mentorship from experienced engineers
• A stable environment where thoughtful improvements are valued over constant rewrites

Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment visa at this time.

This is a hybrid position which requires working in the NYC or Stamford office 2-3 days per week.

Franklin Templeton offers employees a competitive and valuable range of total rewards—monetary and non-monetary—designed to support their well-being and recognize their time, talents, and results. Along with base compensation, employees are eligible for an annual discretionary bonus, a 401(k) plan with a generous match, and recognition rewards. We also offer a comprehensive benefits package, which includes a range of competitive healthcare options, insurance, and disability benefits, employee stock investment program, learning resources, career development programs, reimbursement for certain education expenses, paid time off (vacation / holidays / sick / leave / parental & caregiving leave / bereavement / volunteering / floating holidays) and a motivational wellbeing program. We expect the annual salary for this position to range between $110,000 - $166,000, depending on location and level of relevant experience, plus discretionary bonus.

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Experience Our Welcoming Culture

Our culture is shaped by the variety of perspectives and experiences brought by talent from around the world. Regardless of your interests, lifestyle, or background, there's a place for you at Franklin Templeton. We provide employees with the tools, resources, and learning opportunities to help them excel in their career and personal life.

By joining us, you will become part of a culture that focuses on employee well-being and provides multidimensional support for a positive and healthy lifestyle. We understand that benefits are at the core of employee well-being and may vary depending on individual needs. Whether you need support for maintaining your physical and mental health, saving for life's adventures, taking care of your family members, or making a positive impact in your community, we aim to have your needs covered. Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton.

Highlights of our benefits include:

• Three weeks paid time off the first year
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401(k) Retirement Plan with 85% company match on your pre-tax and/or Roth contributions, up to the IRS limits
• Employee Stock Investment Program
• Tuition Assistance Program
• Purchase of company funds with no sales charge
• Onsite fitness center and recreation center*
• Onsite cafeteria*

*Only applicable at certain locations

Learn more about the wide range of benefits we offer at Franklin Templeton

Franklin Templeton is an Affirmative Action Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees, and we evaluate qualified applicants without regard to ancestry, age, color, disability, genetic information, gender, gender identity, or gender expression, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, and any other basis protected by federal, state, or local law, ordinance, or regulation. If you believe that you need an accommodation or adjustment to search for or apply for one of our positions, please send an email to View email address on click.appcast.io. In your email, please include the accommodation or adjustment you are requesting, the job title, and the job number you are applying for. It may take up to three business days to receive a response to your request. Please note that only accommodation requests will receive a response.