Sr. Manager, Software Development and Engineering Lead

Charles Schwab; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Paid time off

Sabbatical after 5 years

Parental leave and family benefits

Tuition reimbursement

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Job summary

Charles Schwab's Workplace Services technology team is seeking a senior architect to design and deliver scalable, enterprise-grade applications that power millions of retirement plan participants. You will collaborate with engineers, architects, product partners, and business stakeholders to influence technical direction and improve platform stability.

Using expertise in Enterprise Architecture, C#/.NET Core, AI, Angular/TypeScript, RESTful services, and SQL, you will help modernize critical

Qualifications

• Expertise in Enterprise Architecture and System Design for scalable, high-volume enterprise apps.

Responsibilities

• Design scalable services and architecture patterns for Schwab platforms.

Skills

Enterprise Architecture

System Design

Domain Driven Design

C#/.NET Core

Artificial Intelligence

Angular/TypeScript

RESTful APIs

SQL / Relational DB

Performance & Scalability

Technical communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent

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).

Join a technology team focused on building the next generation of platforms powering Schwab’s Workplace Services business. In this role, you’ll design and deliver scalable, enterprise-grade applications that support millions of retirement plan participants while helping modernize critical systems, user experiences, and integration capabilities. You'll collaborate with engineers, architects, product partners, and business stakeholders to influence technical direction, accelerate innovation, and improve platform stability, performance, and resilience across a growing portfolio of applications.

Using your expertise in Enterprise Architecture/System Design, C#/.NET Core, Artificial Intelligence, Angular/TypeScript, RESTful Services, SQL, and Application Performance & Scalability, you’ll help deliver secure, high-quality solutions that improve customer experiences and enable future business growth. These are the primary skills that will be assessed during the interview process and are directly tied to success in the role.

As part of our commitment to continuous learning and skill development, you'll have opportunities to evaluate emerging AI technologies, expand your enterprise architecture expertise, strengthen modern engineering practices, and deepen your knowledge of large-scale distributed systems supporting mission‑critical business platforms.

What you have

Required qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise in Enterprise Architecture/System Design to design scalable services, architecture patterns, and modern platforms that support high-volume enterprise applications and business growth.
• Designs enterprise-level services, systems, and architecture patterns, including working knowledge of Domain Driven Design.
• Proven ability to leverage C#/.NET Core to build, modernize, and enhance enterprise applications while maintaining reliability, maintainability, and performance.
• Demonstrated ability to apply Artificial Intelligence technologies and AI-enabled developer tools to improve engineering productivity, software quality, and innovation outcomes.
• Exposure to Angular/TypeScript to deliver responsive, modern web applications and user experiences that support business‑critical workflows.
• Proven expertise in RESTful Services/API Development to enable secure, scalable integrations across internal and external platforms.
• Strong SQL and Relational Database Development skills used to support transaction processing, data aggregation, and backend service integration.
• Demonstrated ability to improve Application Performance & Scalability by optimizing system stability, resilience, availability, and customer experience at scale.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts effectively, influence stakeholders, and collaborate across cross‑functional teams to drive business outcomes.

Preferred qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience applying Domain Driven Design principles to enterprise application architecture.
• Experience with modern authentication and authorization frameworks, including OAuth 2, SAML, and JWT.
• Experience implementing web accessibility standards and inclusive user experiences.
• Experience utilizing test‑driven and behavior‑driven development approaches to improve software quality.
• Experience participating in Agile and Scrum‑based software delivery teams.
• Passion for evaluating emerging technologies and translating innovation into measurable business value.

Learning and skill development opportunities

At Schwab, we believe skills are developed through meaningful work, mentorship, training, and continuous learning. Including skills in job postings helps candidates understand what will be evaluated during interviews, how those skills are used in the role, and what new capabilities they can develop after joining the team.

In this role, you will have the opportunity to:

• Expand your expertise in enterprise‑scale platform modernization and architecture leadership.
• Gain hands‑on experience evaluating and operationalizing emerging AI development tools and frameworks.
• Strengthen skills in large‑scale distributed application design, performance tuning, and resiliency engineering.
• Develop deeper expertise in modern security, API integration, and cloud‑ready engineering practices.
• Learn from experienced technical leaders who support knowledge‑sharing, mentorship, and professional growth.
• Contribute to challenging, meaningful work that directly impacts millions of Schwab clients and participants.

'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