AVP, Principal Software Developer - Full Stack

Job Overview:

If you're a passionate technologist who thrives on solving complex problems, building great teams, and delivering exceptional solutions, we want to hear from you. Join us in shaping the future of our technology landscape.

Our dynamic technology team as an AVP, Principal Software Developer where you'll lead the charge in our digital transformation journey. This is a unique opportunity to shape the future of our technology stack while mentoring talented developers and delivering innovative solutions that directly impact our business and customers.

Why Join Us?

• Lead cutting-edge digital transformation initiatives

• Work with modern technology stack and cloud-native architectures

• Mentor and develop the next generation of technical leaders

• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits

• Continuous learning opportunities and professional development

• Fast-paced, innovative environment with real business impact

Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership

• Architect and implement scalable, cloud-native solutions on AWS using modern technologies

• Champion infrastructure as code using Terraform and cloud automation

• Design for resiliency, scalability, and optimal performance

• Lead full stack development initiatives spanning frontend, backend, and infrastructure

• Drive adoption of DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines

Leadership & Team Development

• Lead, mentor, and inspire a distributed team of onshore and offshore developers

• Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence

• Drive architectural decisions and establish development best practices

• Build and maintain high-performing teams through effective coaching and career development

Project & Delivery Management

• Lead multiple concurrent projects using Agile/Scrum methodologies

• Collaborate across teams to ensure seamless delivery of complex, multi-team initiatives

• Partner with QA, Release Management, and DevOps teams throughout the SDLC

• Develop comprehensive technical documentation and architectural designs

• Track and report on KPIs, metrics, and team performance

Requirements:• Minimum of 8 years of professional software development experience

• Proven experience as a Full Stack Developer with expertise in:

  - Backend: Python, RESTful APIs, microservices architecture

  - Frontend: Modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular, or Vue.js)

  - Database: SQL and NoSQL technologies

  - Cloud: AWS services (EC2, Lambda, S3, RDS, etc.)

• Strong expertise in Infrastructure as Code with Terraform

• Experience architecting and maintaining enterprise-scale cloud solutions

• Hands-on experience with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)

Technical Competencies• Cloud-native application design and implementation

• DevOps practices and CI/CD pipeline development

• API design and integration patterns

• Security best practices and compliance requirements

• Performance optimization and monitoring

• Agile development methodologies

Core Competencies:• Excellent verbal and written communication

• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities

• Risk management and contingency planning expertise

• Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions

• Experience managing distributed teams

• Experience in the banking or wealth management industry

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

 

Pay Range:

$170,800-$284,600/year
 Actual base salary varies based on factors, including but not limited to, relevant skill, prior experience, education, base salary of internal peers, demonstrated performance, and geographic location. Additionally, LPL Total Rewards package is highly competitive, designed to support your success at work, at home, and at play – such as 401K matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, volunteer time off, and more. Your recruiter will be happy to discuss all that LPL has to offer!
 

Company Overview:

LPL Financial Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: LPLA) is among the fastest growing wealth management firms in the U.S. As a leader in the financial advisor-mediated marketplace. LPL supports over 29,000 financial advisors and the wealth-management practices of 1,100 financial institution, servicing and custodying approximately $1.9 trillion in brokerage and advisory assets on behalf of approximately 7 million Americans. The firm provides a wide range of advisor affiliation models, investment solutions, fintech tools and practice management services, ensuring that advisors and institutions have the flexibility to choose the business model, services, and technology resources they need to run thriving businesses.

At LPL, independence means that advisors and institution leaders have the freedom they deserve to choose the business model, services, and technology resources that allow them to run a thriving business. They have the flexibility to do business their way. And they have the freedom to manage their client relationships, because they know their clients best. Simply put, we take care of our advisors and institutions, so they can take care of their clients.

For further information about LPL, please visit www.lpl.com.

Join LPL Financial: Where Your Potential Meets Opportunity

At LPL Financial, we believe that everyone deserves objective financial guidance. As the nation’s leading independent broker-dealer, we offer an integrated platform of cutting-edge technology, brokerage, and investment advisor services.

Why LPL?

• Innovative Environment: We foster creativity and growth, providing a supportive and responsive leadership team. Learn more about our leadership team here!

• Limitless Career Potential: Your career at LPL has no limits, only amazing potential. Learn more about our careers here!

• Unified Mission: We are one team on one mission—taking care of our advisors so they can take care of their clients. Learn more about our mission and values here!

• Impactful Work: Our size is just right for you to make a real impact. Learn more here!

• Commitment to Equality: We support workplace equality and embrace diverse perspectives and backgrounds. Learn more here!

• Community Focus: We care for our communities and encourage our employees to do the same. Learn more here!

• Benefits and Total Rewards: Our Total Rewards package goes beyond just compensation and insurance. It includes a mix of traditional and unique benefits, perks, and resources designed to enhance your life both at work and at home. Learn more here!

Join the LPL team and help us make a difference by turning life’s aspirations into financial realities. Please log in or create an account to apply to this position. Principals only. EOE.

Information on Interviews:

LPL will only communicate with a job applicant directly from an @lplfinancial.com email address and will never conduct an interview online or in a chatroom forum.  During an interview, LPL will not request any form of payment from the applicant, or information regarding an applicant’s bank or credit card.  Should you have any questions regarding the application process, please contact LPL’s Human Resources Solutions Center at (855) 575-6947.

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