Manager, Software Development & Engineering

Charles Schwab India; Hyderabad; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,500,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

EPF & Gratuity

OPD medical insurance

Paid time off

Transport & meal benefits

Wellbeing programs

Job summary

Charles Schwab India is seeking an experienced Senior Backend Engineer and technical leader in Hyderabad. You will guide backend architecture using C#/.NET, design API-first services, and drive microservices in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

You will mentor teams, champion best practices, and deliver scalable enterprise solutions aligned with client goals and regulatory requirements. This role blends hands-on coding with strategic leadership in a Fortune 500-backed unit.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of backend development experience in C#/.Net.
• At least 5 years leading a development team and delivering complex projects.
• Experience with API-first development, OpenAPI, and system integration patterns.
• Experience with event-driven architectures using Kafka/Confluent/Azure Event Hubs/RabbitMQ.
• Proficiency in .NET frameworks, UML, and SOA/design patterns.
• Strong web tech: Angular/React, HTML/CSS/JS/TypeScript.
• Experience with cloud native microservices and CI/CD practices.

Skills

C#/.Net

API-first design

Leadership

REST APIs

SOA & design patterns

Agile

Cloud Native/Microservices

Angular/React web tech

OO design

OpenAPI specifications

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Kafka

Confluent

Azure Event Hubs

RabbitMQ

Angular

React

SQL/No-SQL Databases

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Your opportunity

At Charles Schwab, our purpose is simple: we champion client's goals with passion and integrity. Guided by honesty, mutual respect and a commitment to doing what's right, we bring innovation, education, and service together to help shape financial futures. Our people are the foundation of our success – they approach their work with curiosity and collaboration, coming together to create solutions that make a meaningful impact for clients and communities. As we expand into India, we are bringing this same culture of inclusion, learning, and opportunity to new talent. Joining us means becoming part of a global team where your work matters and your future can take shape.

Our Hyderabad location is central to Schwab's growth, bringing together talented people and technology to drive innovation, scale and efficiency. Here, you will work alongside teams who create solutions that support millions of clients every day. The work you do is more than daily operations – it's a chance to experiment, learn, and build within a values-driven, supportive environment. This is a unique opportunity to be part of our early growth phase and shape something new, backed by the stability and strength of a Fortune 500 company. Your impact begins on day one, and your contributions will help define our future in the region.

What you have

Required Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Minimum of 10 years of solid backend development experience in C#/.Net
• Minimum of 5 years' experience leading a development team and successfully delivering complex projects within timelines
• Strong understanding of API-first development, service contracts, OpenAPI specifications, and system integration patterns.
• Experience with event-driven and streaming architecture using Kafka, Confluent, Azure Event Hubs, RabbitMQ, or similar technologies.
• Expert with frameworks such as .NET, .NET Core, ASP.NET and understanding of UML (Unified Modeling Language)
• Strong experience in building enterprise scale web solutions based upon n-tier architecture using open-source technologies (Angular / React), Microsoft Web API, and SQL / No-SQL Databases.
• Strong experience and demonstrate proficiency in web-based technologies such as Angular/React, HTML, CSS, JavaScript, Typescript, jQuery, Backbone, Bootstrap, Node or similar
• Expert in object-oriented design, SOA, design patterns, development, implementation and maintenance.
• Exceptional experience designing and implementing REST based Web Service API(s) in a transaction processing environment.
• Develop solutions and coordinates with teams to enhance application support
• Enhance processes to ensure legal and ethical data compliance
• Skilled in breaking down epics into stories and engaging with stakeholders.
• Strong experience in Cloud Native Applications and Micro Services Architecture
• Good understanding of latest Architecture and Development Standards, Guidelines and SOLID principles
• You should be comfortable in a fast-paced customer-focused environment that continually embraces the latest technologies and techniques.
• Thorough understanding of Agile software development methodologies, values, and procedures.
• Self-motivated as well as creative and efficient in proposing solutions to complex, time-critical problems
• Ability to analyze, propose and implement timely, cost effective, quality solutions for all issues or problems within area of responsibility
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required for composing and delivering technical presentations or other forms of documentation to various levels of technical and non-technical management .

Preferred Skills

• Serve as a technical leader and trusted advisor for engineering teams.
• Coach and mentor engineers while promoting high standards for software design, code quality, reliability, and maintainability.
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms, containerization, and orchestration technologies such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Knowledge of modern CI/CD platforms, GitHub Actions, automated deployments, and Infrastructure as Code tools.
• Familiarity with observability practices including logging, monitoring, tracing, and operational analytics.
• Experience implementing security best practices, secure coding standards, and compliance requirements throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Experience leveraging Generative AI and AI-assisted software development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, AI-driven code analysis, automated documentation and testing tools) to improve engineering efficiency and delivery outcomes.
• Applies analytical thinking to abstract factors, guides outcomes, and sets priorities
• Consistently maintains clear, open communication to enhance collaboration with others
• Leverages industry expertise to guide strategy and guide team members in industry and marketplace dynamics
• Encourages independent problem-solving and decision-making
• Anticipates reactions from individuals and groups in situations and plans accordingly
• Seeks new methods or technologies to enhance work outcomes
• Influences improvements in efficiency and effectiveness within a function
• Adapts oral communication to engage diverse stakeholders and inspire action
• Earns trust through ethical decisions and deep subject matter knowledge
• Analyzes trends and recommends strategies to sustain the firm's competitive advantage
• Applies quality standards effectively, ensuring excellence and inspiring precision

What's in it for you

At Schwab India, you're empowered to shape your future. We support your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture rooted in trust and collaboration – so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our benefits are designed to care for your wellbeing, your family, and your long-term financial security.

Our Base Benefits, Wellbeing, And Total Rewards Include

• Competitive compensation and retirement programs including Employee Provident Fund (EPF), Gratuity, and optional National Pension System (NPS) contributions
• Robust Paid Time Off, including annual/privilege leave, sick and casual leave, public holidays, maternity/paternity leave, and more
• Comprehensive medical insurance with Outpatient Department (OPD) services, including vaccination, pharmacy, dental, and vision coverage
• Annual reimbursement for health check-ups and mental health support through our Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Childcare (creche) reimbursement for eligible employees
• Transportation and meal benefits that support your day-to-day work
• Group life, personal accident, and critical illness insurance