Senior Engineer- Global Markets Post Trade Technology

Hobbsnews; Jersey City (NJ); On-site; USD 122,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Bank of America’s Global Markets Post Trade Technology team seeks a Senior Software Engineer to lead design, development, and implementation of next-generation post-trade solutions. Focus on tokenization, stablecoins, blockchain, and DLT to drive modernization, resilience, and settlement efficiency across multiple stakeholders.

The role requires 10+ years in software engineering, 5+ years in blockchain/DLT, and strong cloud-native architecture skills.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of software engineering experience in enterprise-scale environments.
• 5+ years of experience with blockchain, digital asset or distributed ledger technologies.
• Strong understanding of APIs, event-driven architecture, and distributed systems.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that the design and engineering approach for complex features are consistent with the larger portfolio solution.
• Define the technology tool stack for the solution and evaluate and adapt new testing tool/framework/practices for team(s).
• Enables CI/CD capabilities and engages with other technical stakeholders for efficient CI/CD pipeline.
• Guides and influences team(s) on design and best practices for high code performance.
• Provides end-to-end delivery of complex features for one or multiple teams at the program level.
• Lead the architecture, design, and development of blockchain and distributed ledger solutions for post-trade technology.

Skills

Automation

Influence

Result Orientation

Stakeholder Management

Technical Strategy Development

Application Development

Architecture

Business Acumen

Risk Management

Solution Design

Agile Practices

Analytical Thinking

Collaboration

Data Management

Solution Delivery Process

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Tools

Blockchain/DLT toolsets

Cloud-native/microservices

Job description

Job Description

At Bank of America, we are guided by a common purpose to help make financial lives better through the power of every connection. We do this by driving Responsible Growth and delivering for our clients, teammates, communities and shareholders every day.
Being a Great Place to Work and providing a culture of caring is core to how we drive Responsible Growth. We are intentional about fostering an inclusive workplace where every teammate has the opportunity to succeed, build a career and contribute to our shared success. This includes attracting and developing exceptional talent, recognizing and rewarding performance, and supporting our teammates’ physical, emotional, and financial wellness through affordable, competitive and flexible benefits.
We value the unique perspectives individuals bring from all backgrounds and career paths - whether shaped by military service, community college education, or a wide range of work and life experiences. These journeys foster resilience, leadership and innovation, strengthening our workforce and positively impact the communities we serve.
Bank of America is committed to an in-office culture that supports collaboration, engagement, and career development. Our approach includes clear in-office expectations, while providing an appropriate level of flexibility based on role-specific responsibilities and business needs.
At Bank of America, you can build a successful career with opportunities to learn, grow, and make an impact. Join us!

Job Description

This job is responsible for defining and leading the engineering approach for complex features to deliver significant business outcomes. Key responsibilities of the job include delivering complex features and technology, enabling development efficiencies, providing technical thought leadership based on conducting multiple software implementations, and applying both depth and breadth in a number of technical competencies. Additionally, this job is accountable for end-to-end solution design and delivery.

Profile Summary

Global Markets Post Trade Technology is seeking a highly experienced Senior Software Engineer to lead the design, development, and implementation of next-generation post-trade solutions supporting Bank of America's modernization strategy. This role will focus on emerging digital asset technologies, including tokenization, stablecoins, blockchain, and distributed ledger technology (DLT), while helping position the organization for future industry and DTCC modernization initiatives. The successful candidate will serve as a technical leader responsible for driving innovation, defining architecture standards, evaluating new technologies, and delivering scalable solutions that enhance settlement efficiency, resiliency, and operational excellence. This position requires a combination of deep technical expertise, financial services domain knowledge, and the ability to influence strategic technology direction across multiple stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Ensures that the design and engineering approach for complex features are consistent with the larger portfolio solution


• Define the technology tool stack for the solution and evaluate and adapt new testing tool/framework/practices for team(s)


• Enables team(s)/applications with Continuous Integration/Continuous Development (CI/CD) capabilities and engages with other technical stakeholders pertaining to efficient functioning of CI-CD pipeline


• Guides and influences team(s) on design and best practices for high code performance –e.g. pairing, code reviews


• Provides end-to-end delivery of complex features, including automation, for either a single team or multiple teams, at the program level


• Conducts research, design prototyping and other exploration activities such as evaluating new toolsets and components for release management, CI/CD, and features


• Works with stakeholders to establish high-level solution needs and with architects for technical requirements


• Lead the architecture, design, and development of blockchain and distributed ledger solutions for post-trade technology.


• Evaluate and implement tokenization frameworks and digital asset processing capabilities.


• Develop solutions supporting stablecoin-based settlement and future-state transaction processing models.


• Partner with business, architecture, risk, and operational teams to define strategic technology roadmaps.


• Drive modernization initiatives that reduce reliance on legacy platforms and improve scalability.

Required Qualifications

• 10+ years of software engineering experience in enterprise-scale environments.


• 5+ years of experience with blockchain, digital asset or distributed ledger technologies.


• Hands-on experience with tokenization platforms, digital assets, and smart contract development.


• Strong understanding of stablecoins, digital payments, and emerging settlement mechanisms.


• Deep knowledge of blockchain frameworks such as Hyperledger Fabric, Ethereum, Corda, Quorum, or similar platforms.


• Expertise in Java, Scala, Python, or other modern object-oriented programming languages.


• Experience designing cloud-native and microservices-based architectures.


• Strong understanding of APIs, event-driven architecture, and distributed systems.


• Experience with CI/CD pipelines, DevSecOps practices, and automated testing frameworks.


• Knowledge of cryptography, consensus mechanisms, digital identity, and blockchain security controls.


• Experience integrating blockchain solutions with traditional enterprise systems.

Desired Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline.


• Proven ability to lead teams


• Ability to communicate effectively with senior leaders

Skills

• Automation


• Influence


• Result Orientation


• Stakeholder Management


• Technical Strategy Development


• Application Development


• Architecture


• Business Acumen


• Risk Management


• Solution Design


• Agile Practices


• Analytical Thinking


• Collaboration


• Data Management


• Solution Delivery Process

Minimum Education Requirements: Bachelor Degree or Equivalent Professional Experience

Shift: 1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week: 40

Pay Transparency details

US - NJ - Jersey City - 525 Washington Blvd (NJ2525)Pay and benefits informationPay range$122,000.00 - $200,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.Discretionary incentive eligibleThis role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.BenefitsThis role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.7 years experience