Software Engineer - CF&O Shared Services - Birmingham - VP

Goldman Sachs, Inc.; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs is looking for a Software Engineer - VP for its CF&O Shared Services in Birmingham. This strategic leadership role focuses on managing engineering teams and enhancing workflows through innovative solutions in software development. Candidates should possess strong problem-solving skills and a deep understanding of software methodologies, with a preferred background in financial services.

Benefits

Professional and personal growth opportunities

Commitment to diversity and inclusion

Accommodations for candidates with disabilities

Qualifications

• 7+ years in software development, with at least 3 in leadership.
• Deep understanding of software development methodologies and tools.
• Proven leadership in managing high-performing teams.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic leadership for multiple engineering teams.
• Implement best practices in software development, including Agile and DevOps.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate into technical solutions.

Skills

Leadership

Problem Solving

Stakeholder Management

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Java

Python

C#

Go

SQL

AWS

React

SpringBoot

Maven

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29.06.2025

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Software Engineer - CF&O Shared Services - Birmingham - VP

Job Description

BUSINESS UNIT: CF&O Shared Services (CFOSS) was created to centralize platforms, services, and expertise across CF&O divisions to improve efficiency and standardization.

The core priorities include:

• Establishing data quality, accountability, and lineage for positions.
• Developing unified data models for assessment platforms, ensuring compliance with regulatory and risk management standards.
• Accelerating Cloud adoption and core engineering solutions.
• Supporting analytic calculations and data transformations.
• Enhancing workflow efficiencies through automation of financial metrics review and approval processes.

WHAT WE LOOK FOR

This VP role requires a seasoned technology leader responsible for strategic direction, execution, and management of software engineering teams within the Finance & Risk Platforms division. The candidate will drive innovation, ensure high-quality application delivery, and promote technical excellence.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide strategic leadership for multiple engineering teams, aligning technology with business goals.
• Manage, mentor, and develop engineering staff, fostering collaboration and high performance.
• Implement best practices in software development, including Agile, DevOps, and continuous delivery.
• Oversee design, development, and deployment of financial systems.
• Ensure applications are scalable, reliable, and secure.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Identify and mitigate technical risks.
• Champion innovation and emerging technologies.
• Lead efforts to modernize legacy systems and reduce technical debt.

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related field; Master’s preferred.
• 7+ years in software development, with at least 3 in leadership.
• Proven leadership in managing high-performing teams.
• Deep understanding of software development methodologies and tools.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Excellent problem-solving abilities.
• Experience in fast-paced environments with a focus on delivery.
• Experience managing budgets and resources.
• Solid knowledge of data structures, algorithms, and software design.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Programming experience in Java, Python, C#, or Go.
• Experience with modern front-end frameworks like React.
• Knowledge of SQL databases and performance tuning.
• Experience with frameworks such as SpringBoot, DropWizard, Maven, RESTful services.
• Knowledge of ORM frameworks.
• Experience with ML/Data Science/AWS is advantageous.
• Experience with continuous deployment and large codebases.
• Understanding of object-oriented programming.
• Experience in financial services, especially risk management or regulatory reporting.
• Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or GCP.

About Goldman Sachs

Goldman Sachs is a leading global investment banking, securities, and investment management firm, founded in 1869, headquartered in New York, with offices worldwide. We are committed to diversity and inclusion, offering numerous opportunities for professional and personal growth. We also provide accommodations for candidates with disabilities during the recruitment process.

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