Associate - Software Development & Engineering

Charles Schwab; Southlake (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Sabbatical (after 5 years)

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Charles Schwab in Texas is seeking an Associate Software Development Engineer in our New Employee Recruitment Development Program. This nine-month development experience blends formal training, mentorship, and hands-on engineering work across front-end, back-end, and full-stack teams.

You'll contribute to meaningful technology initiatives, participate in the SDLC, and gain exposure to platforms and processes powering Schwab Technology Services. Start Feb 2027.

Qualifications

• Available to start full-time on February 1, 2027.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, MIS, a related discipline, or completion of a coding bootcamp or similar technical training program.
• Foundational knowledge of software development practices, including writing, testing, debugging, and improving code.
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle concepts, including requirements analysis, solution design, development, testing, and deployment.
• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical thinking, problem-solving techniques, and fundamental data structure and algorithm concepts.
• Experience gained through coursework, projects, internships, work experience, or technical training in modern software development.
• Ability to collaborate effectively within Agile teams while communicating technical concepts clearly and professionally.
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without employer sponsorship

Responsibilities

• Contribute to meaningful technology initiatives that power Schwab’s client-centric solutions.
• Work with experienced engineers in an Agile environment to participate in the SDLC from requirements to deployment.
• Engage in front-end, back-end, and full-stack projects to apply strengths and develop new technical capabilities.
• Support deployment of technology enhancements and continuous learning within the program.

Skills

Software development

SDLC concepts

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Agile teamwork

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science / MIS or related discipline or coding bootcamp

Job description

Your opportunity

At Schwab, you’re empowered to make an impact on your career. Here, innovative thought meets creative problem solving, helping us “challenge the status quo” and transform the finance industry together.

We believe in the importance of in-office collaboration and fully intend for the selected candidate for this role to work on site in the specified location(s).

As an Associate Software Development Engineer in the New Employee Recruitment Development Program, you’ll join a nine‑month development experience designed for early‑career technology talent seeking to build a career in software engineering. Through formal training, mentorship, certification opportunities, hands‑on engineering work, and ongoing knowledge sharing, you’ll strengthen your technical expertise while gaining exposure to the people, platforms, and processes that power Schwab Technology Services.

In this role, you’ll contribute to meaningful technology initiatives that help Schwab deliver innovative, client‑centric solutions. Working alongside experienced engineers in a collaborative, Agile environment, you’ll participate in the Software Development Life Cycle by evaluating requirements, designing solutions, developing and testing code, and supporting the deployment of technology enhancements. Opportunities are available across front‑end, back‑end, and full‑stack engineering teams, giving you the chance to apply your strengths while continuing to explore and develop new technical capabilities.

What you have

Required Qualifications

• Available to start full-time on February 1, 2027
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, a related discipline, or completion of a coding bootcamp or similar technical training program
• Foundational knowledge of software development practices, including writing, testing, debugging, and improving code
• Understanding of Software Development Life Cycle concepts, including requirements analysis, solution design, development, testing, and deployment
• Demonstrated ability to apply analytical thinking, problem‑solving techniques, and fundamental data structure and algorithm concepts
• Experience gained through coursework, projects, internships, work experience, or technical training in modern software development
• Ability to collaborate effectively within Agile teams while communicating technical concepts clearly and professionally
• Currently authorized to work in the United States on a full‑time basis without employer sponsorship

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with building or consuming application interfaces and services that enable systems to exchange information and functionality
• Exposure to user‑focused application design, digital experiences, web technologies, or mobile development concepts
• Understanding of database concepts, data modeling principles, and working with structured data environments
• Demonstrated curiosity, learning agility, and enthusiasm for exploring new technologies, tools, and approaches to solving complex problems
• Evidence of leadership potential through academic projects, internships, work experience, volunteer activities, student organizations, technical initiatives, or other meaningful experiences
• Interest in continuous learning, professional development, and building technical expertise in a collaborative engineering environment

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What’s in it for you

At Schwab, you’re empowered to shape your future. We champion your growth through meaningful work, continuous learning, and a culture of trust and collaboration—so you can build the skills to make a lasting impact. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you – both today and in the future:

• 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
• Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28‑day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
• Paid parental leave and family building benefits
• Tuition reimbursement
• Health, dental, and vision insurance