Application Engineer - III at Vanguard

Manchester, England, United Kingdom

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

Financial ServicesIndustries

Requirements

Undergraduate degree in a related field or equivalent combination of training and experience
Strong analysis and problem-solving skills
Knowledge of the financial services industry
Deep understanding of Java/Kotlin, Spring, OAuth (required)
Knowledge of AWS, API Design, Automation testing

Responsibilities

Provide advanced technical expertise in Backend Development, supporting the team with effective solutions and practical insights
Participate in all phases of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, development, deployment, and ongoing maintenance
Demonstrate commitment to keeping up with industry trends, emerging technologies, and best practices, actively applying them in work
Contribute new ideas, tools, and methodologies to foster a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
Share knowledge and mentor peers and junior engineers, supporting their growth and skills development
Collaborate with technical leads, IT teams, and business stakeholders to understand project requirements, implications, and dependencies
Review and provide feedback on technical documentation, suggesting improvements where appropriate
Promote and practice best development approaches such as Test-Driven Development (TDD) and Behavior-Driven Development (BDD) to deliver high-quality, maintainable code
Apply design patterns to address complex problems, ensuring code is efficient, readable, and reusable
Adhere to IT and Information Security policies and procedures in all engineering activities
Participate in special projects and perform other related duties as assigned

Skills

Backend Development

TDD

BDD

SDLC

Design Patterns

Mentoring

Problem Solving

Vanguard

Client-owned investment management firm offering low-cost funds

About Vanguard

Vanguard provides financial services with a focus on investment management. The company offers a variety of products, including mutual funds, exchange-traded funds (ETFs), individual retirement accounts (IRAs), and 401k rollovers, aimed at individual investors, financial advisors, and institutions. Vanguard's unique ownership structure means it is owned by its funds, which are in turn owned by the clients, allowing it to prioritize the needs of its investors over external shareholders. This model enables Vanguard to offer low-cost investment options, as it primarily earns revenue through management fees that are generally lower than industry standards. Additionally, Vanguard provides personalized investment advisory services, charging fees based on the assets managed. The company's goal is to help clients grow their wealth and achieve their financial objectives through effective investment strategies, while maintaining a competitive performance track record.

Kline Township, PennsylvaniaHeadquarters

1975Year Founded

SECONDARYCompany Stage

Fintech, Financial ServicesIndustries

10,001+Employees