Director, Senior Software Engineer-Architect

Director, Senior Software Engineer-Architect

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary.

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of Director, Senior Software Engineer-Architect with Full Stack Engineering capability. A hands-on technical engineer/architect responsible for designing and guiding the development of both server-side and client-side applications within the platform group. This role is located in New York, NY.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways:

• Lead architecture design and review across multiple pods, ensuring best practices and high-quality solutions.
• Provide solutions architecture and design guidance for clients and internal engineers using the platform’s products.
• Mentor junior developers on software design, clean code, programming practices, and career development.
• Develop rapid, working prototype code to serve as a reference for engineering teams.
• Influence and guide non-functional requirements including performance, scalability, resiliency, and recoverability.
• Promote modern development practices such as reactive/non-blocking programming and contract-first API design.
• Present architecture designs to the Architecture Governance Board and communicate platform capabilities to stakeholders at various levels.
• Collaborate with architects across different platform groups to align on architectural standards and strategies.

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following:

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent work experience; advanced degree is a plus
• 12+ years of experience in software development required with a strong background in full-stack development and proficiency in architecture
• Experience in the securities, financial services or tech industry is a plus
• Proficiency in Java, SQL, REST APIs, and Streaming APIs.
• Experience with cloud platforms, containers, and microservices architecture.
• Knowledge of NoSQL database technologies.
• Experience with emerging technologies, including GenAI integration.

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Our Benefits and Rewards:

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter.

BNY assesses market data to ensure a competitive compensation package for our employees. The base salary for this position is expected to be between $136,500 and $225,000 per year at the commencement of employment. However, base salary if hired will be determined on an individualized basis, including as to experience and market location, and is only part of the BNY total compensation package, which, depending on the position, may also include commission earnings, discretionary bonuses, short and long-term incentive packages, and Company-sponsored benefit programs.
This position is at-will and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, change in geographic location, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans.