Specialist - Software Development & Engineering

The Charles Schwab Corporation; Ann Arbor (MI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Stock purchase program

Sabbatical after 5 years

Job summary

The Charles Schwab Corporation in Ann Arbor is seeking a Specialist Software Engineer to join our thinkorswim backend team. You will develop real‑time market data services and analytics at scale, delivering high‑performing backend solutions with ownership in an agile environment alongside cross‑functional engineering, product, and technology teams.

We offer a collaborative in‑person culture with on‑site work in our Michigan location, opportunities for growth, and a comprehensive benefits package

Qualifications

• 2+ years of thinkorswim ecosystem experience.
• 2+ years Java/J2EE client- and server-side development.
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and deliver backend software in an Agile Scrum team.
• Collaborate with product owners and cross-functional stakeholders to define and refine software requirements, including decomposing stories, designing features, and prioritizing technical work.
• Support and triage application issues, participating in production support and release activities to help build resilient, secure systems that minimize client impact.
• Deliver and maintain high-quality backend services by applying sound engineering practices that support performance, scalability, and long-term reliability.

Skills

Java/J2EE

OOA/OOD

Concurrency

Spring

Unix/Linux

Windows

APIs design

Backend ownership

Relational DBs

Messaging systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Gradle

Maven

TeamCity

JUnit

Job description

Your Opportunity

Schwab remains committed to providing increased visibility to career growth opportunities and job requirements. This posting announcement is part of increased transparency and while all qualified applicants will be reviewed and considered, this organization has a preferred candidate identified for this role.

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.

Schwab Technology Services enables the future of how clients manage their money by providing innovative and reliable technology products and services as part of our ongoing commitment to democratize access to investing and financial planning.

We are looking for a Specialist Software Engineer who is passionate about technology and the experiences it enables to join our thinkorswim backend development team. This is an opportunity to work on an innovative trading platform that delivers real‑time market data, services, and analytics at scale, while building reliable, high‑performance backend solutions that millions of active traders rely on every day. You’ll support complex backend design and implementation efforts in an agile environment, collaborating closely with cross‑functional engineering, product, and technology teams to evolve and maintain critical services. If you’re looking to bring deep technical expertise to a role that offers meaningful ownership, continuous challenge, and growth within a world‑class engineering organization, this is the role for you.

• Design, develop, and deliver backend software solutions as part of an Agile Scrum team.
• Collaborate with product owners and cross‑functional stakeholders to define and refine software requirements, including decomposing stories, designing features, and prioritizing technical work.
• Support and triage application issues, participating in production support and release activities to help build resilient, secure systems that minimize client impact.
• Deliver and maintain high‑quality backend services by applying sound engineering practices that support performance, scalability, and long‑term reliability.

What you have

To ensure that we have fulfilled our promise of 'challenging the status quo,' this role has specific qualifications that successful candidates should have.

Required Qualifications

• 2+ year of experience developing within the thinkorswim application ecosystem
• 2+ year of hands‑on experience with Java / J2EE, including both client‑ and server‑side development
• Strong grounding in object‑oriented analysis and design (OOA/OOD) principles
• Solid understanding of concurrency, multi‑threading, and performance optimization
• Experience working with the Spring Framework
• Experience developing and supporting applications in Unix/Linux and Windows environments
• Experience with build, deployment, and test automation tools, including Gradle, Maven, TeamCity, and JUnit
• Experience working with relational databases and messaging systems
• Demonstrated ownership of core backend business logic and service components
• Experience designing, implementing, and evolving APIs and internal frameworks
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Evaluates moderately complex problems by analyzing data and identifying effective solutions.
• Keeps stakeholders informed through timely updates on assigned workstreams.
• Contributes ideas for new approaches or technologies within a defined technical scope.
• Collaborates with and influences peers to improve workflows and delivery efficiency.
• Clearly communicates technical concepts and engages effectively with peers.
• Acts with integrity, responsibly handles information, and communicates with accuracy.
• Delivers high‑quality work with minimal rework by adhering to established standards.

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