AVP, Software Engineer

LPL Financial; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 141,000 - 234,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401K matching

Health benefits

Employee stock options

Paid time off

Volunteer time off

Job summary

LPL Financial invites you to join us in Charlotte, NC as Assistant Vice President, Technology, where you will lead technology teams to deliver scalable, secure solutions aligned with business goals.

You will guide modernization efforts, partner with stakeholders, and drive operational excellence while fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive technology experience, including 3+ years in a leadership capacity.
• Experience leading technology projects and teams.
• Experience with SDLC methodologies and modern delivery practices.
• Experience with cloud technologies and data platforms; AI-enabled productivity tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead technology professionals and foster a high-performing team environment.
• Oversee design, development, implementation, maintenance, and support of technology solutions.
• Partner with business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Manage project delivery including planning, budgeting, and risk mitigation.
• Evaluate emerging technologies to improve efficiency, scalability, and security.
• Ensure governance, cybersecurity, compliance, and disaster recovery readiness.
• Contribute to technology strategy and modernization initiatives.
• Communicate status and risks to technical and non-technical audiences.
• Promote continuous improvement and adoption of innovative technologies.

Skills

Technology leadership

Team development

Project delivery

SDLC

Cloud technologies

Stakeholder management

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT/Engineering

Master’s degree (preferred)

Tools

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

SQL/NoSQL data platforms

AI-enabled productivity tools

Enterprise applications

Job description

Lead with Purpose, Unlock Your Team’s Passion

At LPL, people leaders hold the key to the employee experience - shaping culture, driving performance, and guiding individuals to new heights. Because when that happens, we all win - clients, LPL, and most importantly our employees.

If you’re ready to lead with intention and discover what’s possible, LPL Financial invites you to apply today.

Generate Interest

LPL Financial is seeking an Assistant Vice President, Technology to help lead the delivery of innovative technology solutions that support critical business initiatives across the organization. This is an exciting opportunity for a technology leader who enjoys building high-performing teams, driving modernization efforts, and partnering with business stakeholders to deliver scalable, secure, and reliable solutions.

In this role, you will combine technical expertise, leadership capabilities, and strategic thinking to influence technology direction, improve operational excellence, and support the continued evolution of LPL’s technology ecosystem. If you’re passionate about people leadership, emerging technologies, and delivering meaningful business outcomes, we encourage you to apply.

Job Overview

The Assistant Vice President, Technology is responsible for leading technology teams and overseeing the delivery of technology solutions that support LPL Financial’s business objectives. This role provides leadership across software development, technology operations, project execution, and platform modernization initiatives. The position partners with business and technology stakeholders to ensure systems and applications are scalable, secure, compliant, and aligned with organizational priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead, coach, and develop technology professionals while fostering a collaborative, high-performing team environment.

• Oversee the design, development, implementation, maintenance, and support of technology solutions and enterprise applications.

• Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements, define priorities, and translate business needs into technical solutions.

• Manage project delivery, including planning, resource allocation, risk mitigation, budgeting, and execution oversight.

• Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend solutions that improve efficiency, scalability, security, and operational effectiveness.

• Ensure compliance with technology governance standards, cybersecurity requirements, regulatory obligations, and organizational policies.

• Develop and maintain operational procedures related to monitoring, incident management, business continuity, and disaster recovery.

• Contribute to technology strategy, roadmap development, and modernization initiatives.

• Communicate project status, risks, and technical concepts effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Promote continuous improvement, operational excellence, and adoption of innovative technologies, including AI-enabled productivity solutions.

What Are We Looking For?

We’re looking for strong collaborators who deliver exceptional client experiences and thrive in fast-paced, team-oriented environments. Our ideal candidates pursue greatness, act with integrity, and are driven to help our clients succeed. We value those who embrace creativity, continuous improvement, and contribute to a culture where we win together and create and share joy in our work.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience.

• 8+ years of progressive technology experience, including 3+ years in a leadership, management, or team-lead capacity.

• Experience leading technology projects, technology teams, and software or infrastructure delivery initiatives.

• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) methodologies and modern technology delivery practices.

• Experience utilizing cloud technologies, enterprise applications, data platforms, or AI-enabled productivity tools within a technology organization.

Core Competencies

• Technology leadership and team development.

• Strategic planning and project execution.

• Stakeholder management and business partnership.

• Communication and presentation skills.

• Problem-solving and analytical decision-making.

• Operational excellence and continuous improvement.

• Technology governance and risk awareness.

Preferences

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline.

• Experience with programming languages such as Java, Python, C#, JavaScript, or related technologies.

• Experience with cloud platforms including AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

• Experience with SQL, NoSQL, data warehousing technologies, or enterprise data platforms.

• Experience within Financial Services, FinTech, Wealth Management, Banking, or other regulated industries.

Pay Range:

$140,500.00 - $234,100.00

Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!

Company Overview:

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace(6) , LPL supports over 32,000 financial advisors and the wealth management practices of approximately 1,100 financial institutions, servicing and custodying approximately $2.3 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 8 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses. For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com.

Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.

Information on Interviews:

LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum. During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card. Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at(855) 575-6947.

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