Senior Full Stack Software Engineer, AVP

STATE STREET CORPORATION; Clifton (NJ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 167,500; Full time

Job summary

State Street Corporation in Princeton, NJ, seeks a Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications across cloud, web, and distributed systems. You will push modernization of legacy platforms, build scalable microservices with Java, Spring Boot, and modern frontend frameworks, and deliver production-ready software.

You will collaborate with business stakeholders, implement REST and gRPC integrations, work on AWS-based deployments, Docker, CI/CD,

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional software engineering experience.
• Experience delivering enterprise-scale applications.
• Experience in financial services or regulated industries preferred.
• Proven track record modernizing legacy platforms and implementing cloud solutions.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and deploy scalable full-stack applications.
• Build and maintain cloud-native microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.
• Modernize legacy applications and migrate systems to contemporary architectures.
• Develop and maintain RESTful and gRPC service integrations.
• Implement data persistence layers and optimize application performance.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Microservices

Maven

Docker

Vue.js

Angular

TypeScript

AWS

Education

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

Advanced degree preferred

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

AWS

Maven

Git

CI/CD

Job description

Position SummaryWe are seeking an experienced Senior Full Stack Software Engineer to design, develop, and maintain enterprise-grade applications across cloud, web, and distributed systems environments. The ideal candidate brings deep expertise in Java-based backend development, modern frontend frameworks, cloud-native architectures, and financial services or highly regulated industries. This role requires a hands-on engineer who can collaborate with business stakeholders, modernize legacy platforms, build scalable microservices, and deliver high-quality software solutions from concept to production.Key ResponsibilitiesSoftware Development & ArchitectureDesign, develop, test, and deploy scalable full-stack applications.Build and maintain cloud-native microservices using Java, Spring Boot, and related technologies.Modernize legacy applications and migrate systems to contemporary architectures.Develop and maintain RESTful and gRPC service integrations.Implement data persistence layers and optimize application performance.Front-End EngineeringCreate responsive web applications using modern JavaScript frameworks such as Vue.js, Angular, and TypeScript.Translate UX/UI designs into high-quality user experiences.Develop reusable UI components and maintain frontend standards.Collaborate closely with product, design, and business teams.Cloud & DevOpsDesign and support solutions running on AWS cloud infrastructure.Implement containerized deployments using Docker and cloud orchestration platforms.Improve CI/CD pipelines and deployment automation.Monitor application health and performance using observability tools.Data & AnalyticsDesign and optimize relational database solutions.Develop ETL processes and data integration workflows.Create dashboards and monitoring solutions that provide operational insights.Support analytics and reporting requirements.Quality & Engineering ExcellenceDevelop automated tests and maintain high code quality standards.Conduct code reviews and mentor junior developers.Drive engineering best practices and continuous improvement initiatives.Ensure solutions meet security, compliance, and regulatory requirements.Required QualificationsEducationBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related field.Advanced degree preferred.Experience10+ years of professional software engineering experience.Extensive experience delivering enterprise-scale applications.Experience in financial services, fintech, capital markets, payments, or other highly regulated industries preferred.Proven track record modernizing legacy platforms and implementing cloud solutions.Technical SkillsBackendJavaSpring BootSpring JPAREST APIsMicroservices ArchitectureMavenDockerFrontendTypeScriptJavaScriptVue.jsAngularHTML5CSS3DatabasesOraclePostgreSQLSQL ServerMySQLRelational Database DesignSQL OptimizationCloud & InfrastructureAWS (ECS, EC2, S3, RDS, DynamoDB, Aurora, SQS)ContainerizationCI/CD ProcessesCloud-Native ArchitectureMonitoring & OperationsSplunkDatadogKibanaApplication Performance MonitoringProduction SupportAI-Assisted DevelopmentExperience leveraging AI development tools such as GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Claude, or similar technologies to accelerate software delivery.Preferred QualificationsAWS certifications.Experience with trading, capital markets, financial modeling, risk systems, or payment platforms.Experience with compliance and regulated technology environments.Knowledge of event-driven and distributed systems architectures.Strong understanding of data modeling and enterprise integration patterns.Desired CompetenciesStrong problem-solving and analytical skills.Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.Ability to balance strategic architecture thinking with hands-on development.Self-starter with strong ownership and accountability.Ability to mentor engineers and influence technical direction.Continuous learning mindset and passion for emerging technologies.Success MeasuresDelivery of reliable, scalable software solutions.Successful modernization of legacy systems.Improved application performance and operational efficiency.Enhanced developer productivity through automation and best practices.High-quality user experiences and customer satisfaction.Strong collaboration across engineering, product, and business teamsSalary Range:$100,000 - $167,500 AnnualThe range quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate would ultimately work outside of the primary location above, the applicable range could differ.Employees are eligible to participate in State Street’s comprehensive benefits program, which includes: our retirement savings plan (401K) with company match; insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages; paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities; access to our Employee Assistance Program; incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards (excluding certain sales roles subject to sales incentive plans); and, eligibility for certain tax advantaged savings plans.For a full overview, visit https://hrportal.ehr.com/statestreet/Home.About State StreetAcross the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success.We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future.As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law.Discover more information on jobs at StateStreet.com/careersRead our CEO StatementJob Application Disclosure:It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.