Java Developer

Charles Schwab; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid/On-site collaboration

401(k) with company match

Employee stock purchase plan

Sabbatical after 5 years

Parental leave and family building

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Charles Schwab is seeking a Java Developer to support the Enterprise Security Master (ESM) platform. You will design, build, test, and support scalable distributed systems, leveraging AI-assisted development tools to enhance quality and delivery.

You will ensure security, reliability, and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Success requires strong problem-solving, engineering judgment, and the ability to translate complex business requirements into robust software

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Java development in enterprise environments.
• Hands-on experience with AI-assisted development tools across the SDLC.
• Experience designing, building, testing, and supporting software with modern engineering practices.
• Working knowledge of distributed systems and cloud-based design principles.
• Experience troubleshooting production issues.
• Understanding of software quality, unit/regression testing and validation.
• Knowledge of CI/CD, release management, and deployment automation.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver tech solutions.
• Understanding application security principles and secure coding practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, build, test, and support scalable Java applications.
• Leverage AI-assisted tools to improve development efficiency and code quality.
• Investigate and resolve production issues to maintain reliability.
• Collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate requirements into software solutions.
• Contribute to secure coding practices and security-focused reviews.

Skills

Java

AI-assisted development

Distributed systems

Cloud design

CI/CD

Security practices

Troubleshooting

Communication

Tools

GitHub Copilot

Claude Code

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 a Java Developer supporting the Enterprise Security Master (ESM) platform, you will help power one of Schwab’s mission-critical applications that serves as the source of record for securities reference and pricing data across the firm. ESM processes and distributes high-volume asset data that supports downstream applications responsible for servicing clients and managing financial products.

In this role, you will leverage modern software engineering practices and AI-assisted development tools to design, build, test, and support highly available, scalable distributed systems. Working closely with product owners, business stakeholders, and engineering teams, you will translate complex business requirements into secure, reliable software solutions that improve operational efficiency and business outcomes. You will play a key role in analyzing and resolving production issues, enhancing platform capabilities, and ensuring system reliability through robust testing, monitoring, and deployment practices.

Success in this role requires strong problem-solving skills, sound engineering judgment, and the ability to evaluate and validate AI-generated outputs while maintaining high standards for quality, security, and performance. You will contribute to the evolution of AI-assisted software development practices, champion innovation, and collaborate across teams to deliver solutions that support Schwab’s growing technology ecosystem. This is an opportunity to influence the future of software engineering by combining technical expertise, distributed systems knowledge, and emerging agentic AI capabilities to drive meaningful business impact.

What you have

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Java development, software engineering, or application support within enterprise environments.
• Hands‑on experience using AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot, Claude Code, or similar technologies throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Experience designing, building, testing, and supporting software applications using modern engineering best practices.
• Working knowledge of distributed systems, scalable application architectures, and cloud-based design principles.
• Experience troubleshooting and resolving technical issues within production environments.
• Understanding of software quality practices including unit testing, regression testing, test automation, and validation methodologies.
• Knowledge of CI/CD practices, release management, and deployment automation.
• Experience collaborating with cross‑functional teams to gather requirements and deliver business‑focused technology solutions.
• Understanding of application security principles, compliance requirements, and secure coding practices.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts to diverse audiences.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing or supporting large‑scale financial services, securities, market data, or enterprise data management platforms.
• Familiarity with agentic AI workflows, prompt engineering, custom instructions, and AI‑enabled automation.
• Experience building or supporting real‑time data processing, data integration, or data pipeline solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to perform root‑cause analysis and drive resolution of complex technical challenges.
• Experience mentoring team members and promoting engineering best practices.
• Knowledge of monitoring, observability, and operational support frameworks.
• Ability to evaluate business needs, identify improvement opportunities, and recommend innovative solutions.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to influence peers and stakeholders.
• Demonstrated adaptability, continuous learning mindset, and passion for emerging technologies.
• Experience working in Agile software development environments.

In addition to the salary range, this role is eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.

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