Who we are looking for
We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineering & Development Manager to drive technology programs that involve cross-organizational and strategic initiatives including Infrastructure & Cloud, Ai, Security and Regulatory and application initiatives supporting the Investment Management process. The ideal candidate has deep expertise in overseeing multiple interdependent technology projects, aligning them with strategic business goals including a clear competency in core technology platforms including API Gateways, Microservices, AI Integration, Data & Analytic OLAP Platforms, Transactional databases including Oracle, AWS architecture, networking, security and Linux based operating systems. This role will drive to success scalable, secure, and cost-efficient cloud solutions, working closely with US based platform architecture teams.
This position requires extensive experience driving to completion investment management technology implementations across IT Architecture and development lifecycle experience in Front and Middle Office. Understanding the investment domain is essential including trade lifecycle through front and middle office, compliance and risk management. Understanding the budget processes, ROI and business case construction is also essential.
Why this role is important to us
The team you will be joining is a part of State Street Investment Management, one of the largest asset managers in the world. We partner with many of the world’s largest, most sophisticated investors and financial intermediaries to help them reach their goals through a rigorous, research-driven investment process. With over four decades of experience and trillions of dollars in assets under management, we offer one of the broadest selections of services across asset classes, risk profiles, regions and styles. As pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest.
Join us if making your mark in the asset management industry from day one is a challenge you are up for.
What you will be responsible for
As Senior Software Engineering & Development Manager you will
- You will be working closely with US Based Platform Architecture partners, Cross Organization Architects and business aligned application team engineering.
- You will help manage Application Modernization migration and strategies.
- You will lead programs that span across global development locations and understand current state challenges, course correct and drive to completion.
- You will work with technical SMEs to help identify creative solutions for technical Challenges leveraging a deep technical background.
- You will manage conflicts with multiple stakeholders while keeping the project goals in focus.
- You will drive cloud solution programs for application teams on their modernization and migration.
What we value
These skills will help you succeed in this role
- Prior experience in driving programs migrating application workloads on a cloud provider (AWS, Azure) in financial services would be a plus
- Extensive experience in how data moves and is shared within an organization supporting business operations.
- Strong knowledge in planning tools and forecasting
- Associate level Certifications (AWS Architect or Developer)
- Extensive presentation experience in large forums
- Extensive experience driving Global teams
- Excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to diplomatically and effectively manage issues across functional teams
- Successful candidate should be enthusiastic, keen to be part of a growing team
Education & Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Or Master’s degree in a technology related field (e.g., Engineering, Computer Science, etc.) required
- 14+ years of IT program and project management
- 3+ years of Cloud program experience
- A technical background with 3 – 8 years in Python or Java as development experience a plus.
- 7+ years of managing with Global Teams
- 5+ years of experience in data projects including relational databases or OLAP
- Excellent knowledge on Public Cloud tech stack
- Prior working knowledge of JIRA and Confluence
- Experience in Agile methodologies (Scrum and Kanban) or waterfall
About State Street
What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation we’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients.
Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary in locations, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans among other perks. You’ll have access to flexible Work Program to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential.
Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees’ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspective are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome the candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift program and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you.
State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.
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About State Street
Across 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.
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Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in a technology-related field
- 14+ years of IT program and project management experience
- 3+ years of cloud program experience
- 7+ years managing global teams
- 5+ years of experience in data projects involving relational databases or OLAP
- Excellent knowledge of public cloud technology stacks
- Prior working knowledge of JIRA and Confluence
- Experience with Agile methodologies, Scrum, Kanban, or waterfall
- 3–8 years of Python or Java development experience
- Associate-level AWS Architect or Developer certification
- Experience migrating application workloads to AWS or Azure in financial services
- Investment management domain knowledge, including trade lifecycle, compliance, and risk management
- Experience with planning tools, forecasting, presentations, and cross-functional stakeholder management
State Street Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about State Street and has not been reviewed or approved by State Street.
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Retirement Support — Retirement support is framed as a standout component, highlighted by a 401(k) match described as 100% on the first 6% of base salary. This is positioned as a meaningful offset to less competitive cash compensation for some roles.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave and time off are portrayed as relatively robust, with references to multi-week vacation, paid holidays, sick time, and additional days tied to wellness or volunteering. This breadth is repeatedly treated as a tangible part of total rewards beyond base pay.
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Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits — Wellbeing and lifestyle benefits are presented as extensive, including the BeWell program, fitness discounts, onsite or supported health resources, and financial counseling. These offerings are depicted as strengthening the overall benefits proposition even when pay satisfaction is tepid.
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What We Do
At State Street, we partner with institutional investors all over the world to provide comprehensive financial services, including investment management, investment research and trading, and investment servicing. Whether you are an asset manager, asset owner, alternative asset manager, insurance company, pension fund or official institution, you can rely on us to be focused on your challenges. We are committed to doing what it takes to help you perform better — now and in the future
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