Principal Software Engineer II, VP

Who we are looking forWe are seeking a Principal Software Engineer II (Vice President) in Java who recognized technical authority and senior individual contributor within Charles River Development (a State Street company). This role operates with broad autonomy and significant influence, driving architecture, technical strategy, and engineering excellence across one or more major platforms, domains, or cross‑cutting initiatives.This position blends deep hands‑on engineering with enterprise‑level technical leadership. The Principal Software Engineer II is responsible not only for delivering complex, mission‑critical software, but also for shaping how software is designed, built, tested, and operated at scale.What you will be responsible forTechnical Leadership & ArchitectureServe as a principal technical authority for one or more key initiatives or core modules within Charles River platformsDefine and evolve system architecture, design standards, and engineering best practices across teamsProvide long‑term technical strategy and thought leadership to senior engineering leaders and executive stakeholdersDrive adoption of modern cloud architecture, frameworks, and emerging technologies where they deliver clear business valueLead resolution of high-risk, complex, or business‑critical challengesSoftware Design & DevelopmentAnalyze, design, develop, test, debug, and implement large‑scale, multi‑tier, mission‑critical enterprise systemsLead complex enhancements that span multiple components and teamsSet a high bar for code quality, performance, scalability, security, reliability, and maintainabilityMake informed trade‑offs between short‑term delivery and long‑term platform healthRemain hands‑on for the most complex or ambiguous technical problemsEngineering Excellence & GovernanceEstablish and enforce design review, code review, and technical governance practicesIdentify systemic technical debt and lead cross‑team efforts to remediate itChampion automated testing, CI/CD, observability, and operational excellenceWrite and review unit, integration, and automation tests to ensure high‑quality deliverablesInfluence engineering roadmaps to align technology investments with business strategyCross‑Team & Executive CollaborationPartner closely with Product Management, Architecture, Client Support and OperationsLead and coordinate cross‑team technical initiatives spanning multiple scrum teamsTranslate complex technical concepts into clear recommendations for senior management and non‑technical stakeholdersAdvise senior management on technical risk, platform direction, and investment prioritiesMentorship & Talent DevelopmentServe as a technical mentor and role model for engineers at all levelsRaise the overall technical bar through coaching, design reviews, and knowledge sharingInfluence hiring, onboarding, and technical talent development strategiesClient & Production SupportProvide expert‑level troubleshooting for large, complex, and high‑visibility client deploymentsAct as an escalation point for critical production or client issuesHelp design durable, long‑term solutions to recurring operational or client‑impacting problemsWhat we value Demonstrated ability to operate as a principal-level individual contributor with broad organization-wide impactExtensive experience designing, building and evolving largescale, cloud native enterprise platformsExceptional problem‑solving and system-thinking skills, with deep understanding of performance, scalability, reliability, and resilienceExpert-level proficiency in object‑oriented design using Java, C++, or C#Strong database and data modeling skills with experience in Oracle, SQL Server, PostgreSQL, and/or data warehouse platformsExperience with compiler design, optimizers, solvers, code generation, or semantic analysis a strong plusExposure to Machine Learning, AI, or cognitive Computing is a plusStrong background in financial services (e.g., Portfolio Management, Trading, Compliance, IBOR, or Wealth Management) strongly preferredEducation & Preferred QualificationsBachelor’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field; Master’s degree preferred10-15+ years of commercial software development experience, including senior or principal‑level rolesDeep understanding of cloud-based and distributed systemsDemonstrated track record of delivering high‑performance, production‑quality systems at scaleAbility to work independently, manage ambiguity, and lead through influence rather than authorityStrong balance of deep technical execution with strategic, long-term thinkingExcellent written and verbal communication skills, including executive‑level communicationDemonstrated leadership in developing and supporting commercial enterprise software used by non‑technical customersSignificant experience working in Agile/Scrum environments, shaping—not just following—processComfortable operating in a highly regulated, mission‑critical financial services environmentSalary Range: $120,000 - $202,500 AnnualThe range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.For a full overview, visit .About State StreetAcross the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careersRead our CEO StatementJob Application Disclosure:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.SummaryLocation: Burlington MassachusettsType: Full time