Java Developer - Workplace Services Engineering

SupportFinity™; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

A leading financial services firm seeks a skilled Java Developer to join our Austin office. The role focuses on creating high-quality software, contributing to complex projects, and working collaboratively in an Agile environment. Ideal candidates have 4+ years in Java development, experience with SQL/NoSQL databases, and familiarity with Spring frameworks. The firm offers a competitive benefits package, promoting growth and workplace flexibility, making it an excellent opportunity for tech-savvy professionals.

Qualifications

• 4+ years of related experience required.
• 3+ years of hands-on experience in Java development.
• Experience with cloud-based RESTful APIs and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop cross-functional application systems.
• Deliver high-quality, testable code following secure practices.
• Participate in Agile ceremonies to foster continuous improvement.

Skills

Java development

SQL and NoSQL databases

Agile collaboration

Problem-solving

CI/CD pipeline development

Education

BS/MS degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Spring or Spring Boot

Bamboo

GitHub Actions

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Your opportunity

At Schwab, you will build a rewarding career while making a difference in the lives of our millions of clients. Here, innovative thinking meets creative problem solving as we work together to challenge the status quo. We believe in the power of collaboration and the value of working together in person. As a result, this role is based on-site in either our Southlake or Austin office.

Workplace Services Engineering (WSE) is an organization within Schwab Technology Services that is embarking on a major transformation. We support Workplace Services, and we’re shaping the future of how people experience financial well‑being at work. We partner with leading employers to deliver innovative retirement, equity, and workplace financial solutions that help millions of participants build stronger financial futures. This is a fast‑growing, high‑impact business where scale meets purpose—where your work directly influences how people plan, save, invest, and succeed.

As a key growth engine for the firm, we’re investing more than ever to expand our capabilities, modernize platforms, and elevate the experiences we deliver to employers and their employees. Our teams work at the intersection of technology, service, and financial expertise—supporting workplace clients with solutions that scale, adapt, and deliver meaningful outcomes. Here, your ideas help shape what’s next for workplace financial services. If you’re energized by solving complex problems, collaborating across disciplines, and making a real difference in the workplace services industry, you’ll find your place here.

We are seeking a skilled and growth‑minded Java Developer who is passionate about building secure, high‑quality software and collaborating across diverse teams. If you are eager to learn, experiment, and continuously improve—especially through the use of emerging AI tools we encourage you to apply.

Key Responsibilities

• Contribute to the design, development, and implementation of cross‑functional, multi‑platform application systems.
• Deliver high‑quality, testable code using secure development practices and modern engineering standards.
• Participate in constructive and inclusive code reviews that encourage learning and shared ownership.
• Build Proof‑of‑Concept solutions and reusable patterns to accelerate development and innovation.
• Prepare and maintain architecture, design, and system documentation; collaborate with architects to ensure alignment and approvals.
• Coordinate with onshore and offshore engineering partners in a respectful and collaborative manner.
• Develop CI/CD pipelines using tools such as Bamboo and GitHub Actions.
• Write and maintain automated unit tests to support high‑quality delivery.
• Participate fully in Agile ceremonies and contribute to a culture of continuous improvement and psychological safety.

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What you have

Required Qualifications

• 4+ years of related experience required; BS/MS degree preferred or equivalent experience.
• 3+ years of professional hands‑on experience developing and reviewing Java code, with a focus on clean, maintainable design.
• Experience working with SQL and NoSQL databases (e.g., Oracle, MongoDB).
• Experience using Spring or Spring Boot frameworks.
• Experience designing and implementing RESTful APIs and microservices, ideally in a cloud‑based environment.
• Experience developing CI/CD pipelines with tools such as Bamboo, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, CircleCI, or Travis CI.
• Understanding of distributed systems, integration patterns (e.g., RabbitMQ, Kafka), and unit testing frameworks (e.g., JUnit).
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively in an Agile environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using AI tools to enhance code quality, automate testing, or accelerate development.
• Familiarity with cloud‑native development or containerization (Docker, Kubernetes).
• Experience with monitoring and performance engineering tools (e.g., AppDynamics, Splunk, Grafana, DataDog, PCF metrics).
• Experience with test‑driven development (TDD), behavior‑driven development (BDD), or frameworks such as Cucumber or Selenium.
• Front‑end development experience with Angular or React.
• Cross‑functional communication and collaboration

In addition to the salary range, this role is also 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