Technology Leadership Program - Technology Operations (PA)

Vanguard; Malvern (Chester County); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Performance bonuses

401(k) plan

Medical coverage

HSA seed & match

FlexFund stipend

Coaching & therapy

Job summary

At Vanguard, the Technology Leadership Program in Technology Operations offers a two-year rotation across eight-month blocks. You will support and enhance infrastructure, platforms, and services that keep Vanguard running, collaborating with engineers, platform teams, and business partners to improve system reliability and scalability.

You will develop leadership skills through capstones, hackathons, and hands-on projects while building ownership and cross-team collaboration for critical systems.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in a technical field.
• Interest in infrastructure, cloud computing, networking, or platform engineering.
• Demonstrated leadership potential and initiative.
• Strong analytical, communication, interpersonal and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to work independently and in teams.
• Cumulative GPA 3.2+ preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support the reliability, performance, and availability of Vanguard’s infrastructure and systems.
• Gain hands-on experience in network engineering, cloud platforms, and automation.
• Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to resolving operational challenges.
• Implement or improve processes that enhance system efficiency and scalability.
• Partner with engineering, platform, and business teams to ensure seamless system performance.
• Apply Agile methodologies to support ongoing enhancements and operational improvements.
• Take ownership of projects and deliver high-impact outcomes.
• Collaborate across teams, share insights, and drive solutions in a supportive environment.
• Build a network with program managers, alumni, senior leaders, and peers.
• Meet regularly with your department manager and program manager to receive personalized coaching and mentorship.

Skills

Infrastructure

Cloud platforms

Automation

Networking

Agile

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/CE/IST/IT

Job description

Power the Systems Behind Innovation****

At Vanguard, technology is at the core of everything we do - and reliability is critical to delivering the best experience for our clients. As part of the Technology Leadership Program in the Technology Operations track, you’ll support and enhance the infrastructure, platforms, and services that keep Vanguard running. Your work will help ensure our systems are reliable, efficient, and scalable -enabling teams across the enterprise to deliver for investors. Through real-world assignments and cross-functional collaboration, you’ll gain exposure to infrastructure, cloud technologies, and operational processes that directly impact Vanguard’s ability to serve clients.

Are you a self-starter who thrives in fast-paced environments and enjoys solving complex technical challenges? Join a team where innovation is driven by purpose. You’ll collaborate with engineers, platform teams, and business partners to maintain and improve critical systems while building your ability to take ownership, influence outcomes, and lead through action. Through technical capstones, hackathons, and hands-on projects, you’ll strengthen both your technical foundation and your leadership capabilities.

The Technology Leadership Program is a two-year rotational development program available to graduating college seniors who are ready to enter the business world, and eager to develop their technical expertise in Technology Operations while building their leadership skills. The program consists of three, eight-month rotations.

What it takes

• Support the reliability, performance, and availability of Vanguard’s infrastructure and systems
• Gain hands-on experience in areas such as network engineering, cloud platforms, and automation
• Monitor systems, troubleshoot issues, and contribute to resolving operational challenges
• Implement or improve processes that enhance system efficiency and scalability
• Partner with engineering, platform, and business teams to ensure seamless system performance
• Apply Agile methodologies to support ongoing enhancements and operational improvements
• Take ownership of projects and contribute to delivering high-impact outcomes
• Collaborate across teams, share insights, and drive solutions in a supportive environment
• Build a network with program managers, alumni, senior leaders, and peers
• Meet regularly with your department manager and program manager to receive personalized coaching and mentorship

Special Factors

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a concentration in computer science, computer engineering, IST, IT, CIS, or related technical/engineering subject matter required
• Strong interest in infrastructure, cloud computing, networking, or platform engineering
• Demonstrated leadership potential, initiative, and ability to take ownership of work
• Strong analytical, communication, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative, team-oriented environment
• Cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher preferred

Special Factors

• Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.
• This position will begin in 2027 and students graduating in December 2026 or Spring 2027 are encouraged to apply.

Our Total Rewards package reflects our commitment to you and your family’s well-being – both for today and for the future. We invest in your financial, physical, and personal success with best-in-class benefits through:

• Pay for performance, including annual performance bonuses, merit increases, and an annual Partnership bonus.
• Industry-leading retirement savings plans:
• 401(k) contribution 55% above the national average.
• Quarterly 401(k) contribution of 10% of your eligible pay.
• At least 18 paid days off, plus 10 federal holidays.
• 77% of your medical costs are covered, compared to 68% by other financial services companies.
• Unparalleled Health Savings Account (HSA) seed and match – 5x the amount as other contributing employers.
• A $1500 FlexFund annual stipend for personally meaningful conveniences – 3x the average amount offered by other employers.
• Top-tier programs for your emotional and mental health:
• Access to 2x more coaching and therapy sessions compared to other employers.

Special Factors

Sponsorship

Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don’t just have a mission—we’re on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients’ lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.