Job Title
Java Server-Side Application Engineer
The Role
Provides advanced level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases, under general direction.
In this role you will
Provide senior level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases. Integrates third party products
Translate technical specifications into code for complex new or enhancement projects for internal clients. Write programs, develop code, tests artifacts, and produce reports
Elevates code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule. Provide follow up production support. Submit change control requests and documents
Thoroughly understand software development methodology. Thoroughly understands development architecture standards. Train and mentor staff with less experience. Resolves elevated issues
Participate in design, code, and test inspections throughout the life cycle to identify issues. Explain technical considerations at related meetings, including those with internal clients. Performs systems analysis activities
Thoroughly understand client business functions and technology needs. Has a broad understanding of Vanguard's technologies, tools, and applications, including those that interface with business area and systems
Interface with cross functional team members, and communicate systems issues at the appropriate technical level for each audience
Thoroughly understand and comply with Information Technology and Information Security policies and procedures, and verifies that deliverables meet requirements
Participate in special projects and performs other duties as assigned
What it takes
Proven experience in software development, system integration, database design, and back-end architecture
Bachelor’s degree (B.E./B.Tech) in relevant fields such as Computer Science, or a Master’s degree/Diploma in Computer Science
Expertise in server-side development, system integration, and API management; strong knowledge of database design, optimization, debugging, and performance tuning
Must-have skills: Java, Spring Boot, Angular, Node JS, AWS, CloudFormation, ECS, Fargate, DynamoDB, S3, Lambda, IAM, SQL queries, GitHub, Bitbucket, Bamboo, CI/CD, TDD/BDD, Splunk, Honeycomb, Python
Knowledge of Agile, Confluence, JIRA; aptitude for continuous process improvement for process flows/workflows
AWS Cloud Practitioner certification preferred
Adobe Experience Manager, AWS Cloud background
Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with cross-functional teams
Special Factors
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position
This is a hybrid position and would require you to work in the office 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
Please note that we review applications on a rolling basis and may close this role early if there is a high level of interest. To avoid missing out, we recommend applying as soon as possible
Why Vanguard?
Vanguard is a different kind of investment company. It was founded in the United States in 1975 on a simple but revolutionary idea: that an investment company should manage its funds solely in the interests of its clients.
This is a philosophy that has helped millions of people around the world to achieve their goals with low-cost, uncomplicated investments.
It's what we stand for: value to investors.
Inclusion Statement
Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.”
We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.
When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose: to take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.
How We Work
Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.
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