Sr Java Developer

Charles Schwab; California; On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Charles Schwab is seeking a Java Developer for the Thematic Core Services team in California. You will design and deliver scalable backend services and APIs, collaborating with architects, product teams, and engineers to drive reliable, high-performance software.

With 8+ years of Java experience, you will mentor teammates, optimize performance, and advance development practices in an on-site, collaborative environment within Schwab Technology Services.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver scalable microservices and APIs.
• Collaborate with architects, product teams, business partners, and engineers to design, develop, test, and enhance backend services.
• Mentor team members and contribute to secure, reliable software and development practices.
• Balance technical excellence with collaboration to evolve Schwab's Thematic Investing platform.

Skills

Java

Spring Framework

Hibernate

REST APIs

API design

OO design

Agile/Scrum

Relational databases

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

DevOps practices

Cloud (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

Your Opportunity

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(s).

Schwab Technology Services powers the technology solutions that help clients confidently manage their financial futures. Within Thematic Investing, you’ll join a team responsible for one of Schwab's most innovative client experiences, providing investors access to curated investment themes backed by Schwab research. As a Java Developer on the Thematic Core Services team, you will play a key role in designing and delivering scalable, high-performing applications and services that support business growth and exceptional client experiences.

This role requires strong technical expertise, sound decision-making, and a passion for solving complex engineering challenges. You’ll collaborate closely with architects, product teams, business partners, and fellow engineers to design, develop, test, and enhance modern microservices and API-driven solutions. Success in this role requires balancing technical excellence with collaboration, mentoring team members, optimizing application performance, and continuously improving development practices. Your contributions will directly influence the reliability, scalability, and evolution of Schwab's Thematic Investing platform.

What you have

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8+ years of professional Java software development experience.
• Strong proficiency in Java SE/EE, Spring Framework, Hibernate, and RESTful web services.
• Experience designing and developing APIs and scalable backend applications.
• Experience working with relational databases such as MySQL, Oracle, or PostgreSQL.
• Demonstrated ability to apply object-oriented design principles, software design patterns, and analytical problem-solving to complex technical challenges.
• Experience collaborating across product, business analysis, quality assurance, and engineering teams in Agile or Scrum environments.
• Ability to communicate technical decisions clearly and contribute to secure, reliable, and maintainable software.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and DevOps practices.
• Experience reviewing code, sharing engineering practices, and mentoring or developing other software professionals.
• Familiarity with JavaScript, HTML, and CSS.
• Ability to evaluate emerging technologies and recommend improvements that support performance, reliability, scalability, and business outcomes.

In addition to the salary range, this role is eligible for bonus or incentive opportunities.