New Grad 2027 - Platform Engineer

LPL Financial LLC; Fort Mill (SC); On-site; USD 43,000 - 72,000; Full time

Job summary

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. is seeking a motivated and technology-driven Platform Engineer (new grad) to help build, automate, and enhance the enterprise platforms powering advisor-facing applications, data systems, and internal services.

You will gain hands-on experience with modern cloud technologies, infrastructure automation, platform engineering, and operational excellence practices to deliver secure, scalable solutions across the organization.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or master's degree in CS, MIS, software engineering or related field.
• Available to work from LPL Financial's primary office locations.
• Strong problem solving, systems thinking, and automation mindset.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve scalability, reliability, and performance of cloud and platform services.
• Assist in implementation and maintenance of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions.
• Support cloud operations and platform engineering initiatives focused on availability and resilience.
• Participate in monitoring, observability, and incident response activities.
• Contribute to security, governance, risk, and compliance initiatives.
• Assist with CI/CD pipeline enhancements and automation efforts.
• Document platform architectures, workflows, and engineering standards.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and identify improvements.

Skills

Collaboration

Problem Solving

Automation Mindset

Education

Bachelor's or master's degree in computer science MIS or software engineering

Tools

Terraform

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Job Overview

Where Ambition Meets Innovation Build a career that matches all your initiative with an impressive dose of innovation. From cutting-edge resources and a collaborative environment to the freedom to make an impact and more, you’ll find the ingredients you need at LPL Financial to shape your success while helping clients pursue their financial goals. Job Overview: LPL Financial is seeking a motivated and technology-driven Platform Engineer new grad to help build, automate, and enhance the enterprise platforms that power our advisor-facing applications, data systems, and internal technology services. This role offers hands‑on experience with modern cloud technologies, infrastructure automation, platform engineering, and operational excellence practices that enable secure, scalable, and reliable solutions across the organization. This role will work alongside experienced engineers to support cloud environments, improve developer productivity, and contribute to the resiliency and performance of enterprise platforms. The ideal candidate is experienced, analytical, and eager to learn how cloud infrastructure, automation, and platform services come together to deliver exceptional experiences for both advisors and internal users.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with engineering teams to improve the scalability, reliability, and performance of cloud and platform services.
• Assist in the implementation and maintenance of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) solutions to standardize and automate technology environments.
• Support cloud operations and platform engineering initiatives focused on availability, resilience, and operational efficiency.
• Participate in monitoring, observability, and incident response activities to help ensure platform health and reliability.
• Contribute to security, governance, risk, and compliance initiatives across cloud and infrastructure ecosystems.
• Assist with CI/CD pipeline enhancements and automation efforts that improve software delivery processes.
• Document platform architectures, technical workflows, operational procedures, and engineering standards.
• Partner with cross‑functional teams to troubleshoot issues and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.

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

• Completed bachelor's or master's degree in computer science, management information systems (MIS), software engineering or a related field.
• Available to work from of LPL Financials' primary office locations

Core Competencies

• Problem Solving – Analyze complex platforms, cloud, and operational challenges and develop practical solutions.
• Systems Thinking – Understand how applications, infrastructure, data, and AI‑enabled services work together to deliver business value.
• Automation & AI Mindset – Leverage automation and emerging AI technologies to improve efficiency, scalability, and reliability.
• Collaboration – Partner effectively with engineering, security, architecture, and operations teams.
• Operational Excellence – Demonstrate attention to detail and commitment to secure, reliable, and scalable solutions.

Preferences

Previous internship experience within a large‑scale enterprise environment

• Familiarity with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud) and modern infrastructure concepts.
• Exposure to Infrastructure as Code, CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and container technologies (e.g., Terraform, Docker, Kubernetes).
• Basic programming or scripting experience in Python, PowerShell, Bash, Java, or similar languages.
• Understanding of monitoring, observability, and operational best practices for cloud environments.
• Interest in Generative AI technologies, AI‑assisted development tools, or intelligent automation solutions through coursework, projects, or certifications.

Priority Application Date

Priority Application Date:September 21 at 11:59 PM PST PLEASE NOTE: This role follows a priority application approach.Candidates who apply by this date will receive priority consideration, and weanticipatethat most hiring decisions will be made following the priority application date. Candidates are encouraged to apply early, as applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis.

Disclaimer for International Students

At this time, for our early career program positions,we’reunable to consider candidates whorequiresponsorship now or in the future. For other positions, within LPL it will depend on the specific position.You willbe responsible forobtaining andproviding toLPL the required I-9 documentation as part of our onboarding process.Positions offered are for full‑time work at40 hoursper week. Please consult your Designated School Official to confirm your eligibility with your school ability prior to applying.

Pay Range

Pay Range: $31.20-$52.00/hour

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.

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 thriving businesses. 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. 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 [phone].

Additional Programs

At LPL Financial, we're dedicated to shaping the future with our 10-week paid summer internship and entry‑level programs. We aim to cultivate the next generation of leaders, providing talented individuals with opportunities for personal and professional growth while advancing our strategic vision. The program provides valuable workplace experience and the projects that you drive during the summer will be tailored to your interest. You will also develop a deeper understanding of our culture and core values through lunch & learns, career workshops, wellness seminars, senior executive interactions, social events and community involvement opportunities.