Asset & Wealth Management - Software Engineering - Vice President - New York

Goldman Sachs (lateral); New York (NY); On-site; USD 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Goldman Sachs is seeking a seasoned Full Stack Lead Engineer in New York to drive architectural decisions and deliver scalable financial software. You will lead a global team across backend and frontend, leveraging Java/SpringBoot and modern JavaScript frameworks to build high‑performing applications.

Join a fast-paced Digital Technology group within Asset Management to transform client solutions, with exposure to AWS, microservices, and modern DevOps practices.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of professional software development experience.
• Experience leading a global software engineering team.
• Proficient in Java and SpringBoot for enterprise apps.
• Strong frontend skills with ReactJS, TypeScript, and NextJS.
• Deep knowledge of SQL, NoSQL, and MongoDB data stores.
• Hands-on with Kafka, Docker, Kubernetes, and CI/CD.
• Experience with AWS services (ECS, Lambda, Step Functions).
• Familiar with RESTful APIs and OAuth/Spring Security.
• Commitment to test-driven development with JUnit.
• Strong communication and collaboration across global teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a global team of software engineers across backend and frontend tech.
• Build robust Java/SpringBoot applications and modern UIs.
• Develop data solutions with SQL/NoSQL and MongoDB.
• Integrate Kafka-based queues to improve throughput.
• Streamline CI/CD with Gradle, Maven, Git‑CI/CD.
• Ensure security with Spring Security and OAuth.
• Leverage AWS ECS/Lambda/Step Functions for scalable services.
• Containerize with Docker and orchestrate with Kubernetes.
• Design RESTful services and modern front-end interfaces.
• Apply TDD with JUnit and maintain code quality via SonarQube.
• Collaborate with global stakeholders in Agile model.

Skills

Java

SpringBoot

JavaScript

ReactJS

TypeScript

HTML5

CSS3

NextJS

SQL

NoSQL

MongoDB

Kafka

Gradle

Maven

Git‑CI/CD

Spring Security

AWS

Docker

Kubernetes

RESTful

JUnit

SonarQube

Tools

Gradle

Maven

Git-CI/CD

Docker

Kubernetes

Kafka

SonarQube

AWS ECS

AWS Lambda

AWS Step Functions

Job description

What We Do

At Goldman Sachs, our Engineers don't just make things - we make things possible. Change the world by connecting people and capital with ideas. Solve the most challenging and pressing engineering problems for our clients. Join our engineering teams that build massively scalable software and systems, architect low latency infrastructure solutions, proactively guard against cyber threats, and leverage machine learning alongside financial engineering to continuously turn data into action. Create new businesses, transform finance, and explore a world of opportunity at the speed of markets .

Engineering, which is comprised of our Technology Division and global strategists' groups, is at the critical center of our business, and our dynamic environment requires innovative strategic thinking and immediate, real solutions. Want to push the limit of digital possibilities? Start here.

Who We Look For

Goldman Sachs Engineers are innovators and problem-solvers, building solutions in risk management, big data, mobile and more. We look for creative collaborators who evolve, adapt to change and thrive in a fast-paced global environment.

Asset and Wealth Management (AWM)

Bringing together traditional and alternative investments, we provide clients around the world with a dedicated partnership and focus on long‑term performance. As the firm's primary investment area, we provide investment and advisory services for some of the world’s leading pension plans, sovereign wealth funds, insurance companies, endowments, foundations, financial advisors and individuals, for which we oversee more than $2 trillion in assets under supervision.

Working in a culture that values integrity and transparency, you will be part of a diverse team that is passionate about our craft, our clients, and building sustainable success.

We are:

• Investors , spanning traditional and alternative markets offering products and services
• Advisors , understanding our clients' priorities and poised to help provide investment advice and strategies that make sense for their portfolios
• Thought Leaders , providing timely insights across macro and secular themes to help inform our clients' investment decisions
• Innovators , using our suite of digital solutions to help our clients address complex challenges and meet their financial goal

What You'll Do:

Are you a seasoned Full Stack Lead Engineer with over 6 years of experience? Do you thrive in dynamic, fast-paced environments and have a passion for building cutting‑edge financial solutions? Join our elite team and lead the charge in revolutionizing the investment banking industry!

The Digital Technology team is seeking a Full‑stack Senior Digital Software Engineer for the Asset Management Division in the Digital team in New York. This is your opportunity to make a significant impact by leading innovative projects and collaborating with top‑tier professionals in the field.

• 6 years of relevant professional experience
• Lead a global team of software engineers, leveraging your extensive experience across backend and frontend technologies
• Demonstrated expertise in Java and SpringBoot for building robust applications.
• Utilize your expertise in JavaScript, OOJS, TypeScript, ReactJS, HTML5, CSS3, and NextJS
• Apply your expertise in SQL, NoSQL, and MongoDB to develop robust data solutions
• Integrate and manage queue systems like Kafka to enhance system efficiency
• Utilize your experience with build systems such as Gradle, Maven, and Git‑CI/CD to streamline development workflows
• Ensure secure applications with multi‑threading and OAuth using Spring Security
• Leverage AWS cloud services, including ECS, Lambda, and Step Functions, to build scalable solutions
• Implement and manage containerization and orchestration tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Execute sophisticated visual designs and interactions with your strong knowledge of front‑end web development
• Architect and develop full‑stack applications by integrating backend services with responsive frontend interfaces
• Develop and integrate with RESTful web services to enhance application functionality
• Implement test‑driven development practices using frameworks like JUnit
• Maintain high standards using code quality tools like SonarQube
• Ensure impeccable attention to detail, maintaining technical standards and visual grammar
• Foster a collaborative and efficient team environment with AgileOperatingModels
• Approach problem‑solving with an open mind and a team‑oriented mindset
• Apply your exceptional analytical skills to make informed, creative, and commercially viable decisions
• Work with globally located cross‑functional teams to build customer‑centric products
• Demonstrate strong written and verbal communication skills to engage with a variety of stakeholders
• Collaborate effectively with both technical and non‑technical stakeholders

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with microservice architecture to build scalable applications
• Proficiency in distributed systems and low‑latency service