Role Summary
We are seeking a Java Application Engineer with strong technical expertise and is passionate about software development, to join our Vanguard Personal Investor Platform team. This candidate needs to demonstrate strong curiosity, proactivity and ability to collaborate and communicate effectively within our team and wider partners & stakeholders.
In this role you will
Provide system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases & integrate third party products
Translate technical specifications into code for internal clients
Write programs, develop code & test artifacts
Employ software development techniques to ensure tests are implemented in a way that support automation
Elevate code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule and provide follow-up production support, submitting change control requests and documents
Interface with cross functional team members and communicate systems issues at the appropriate technical level for each audience
Understand and comply with Information Technology and Information Security policies and procedures and verifies that deliverables meet requirements
Participate in special projects and perform other duties as assigned
What it takes
Any AWS knowledge, Angular/HTML development knowledge would be a bonus but not required
An understanding and appreciation of the benefits of Agile, Kanban and Lean methodologies would be beneficial
Proven experience of Java development experience in any industry.
Undergraduate degree in Computer Science or similar or equivalent combination of training and experience
An understanding of Languages/Framework (Required): Java, Spring, etc.
Special Factors
Vanguard is not offering sponsorship for this position
This is a hybrid position and would require you to work in the office 3 days per week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday)
Why Vanguard?
Vanguard is a different kind of investment company. It was founded in the United States in 1975 on a simple but revolutionary idea: that an investment company should manage its funds solely in the interests of its clients.
This is a philosophy that has helped millions of people around the world to achieve their goals with low-cost, uncomplicated investments.
It's what we stand for: value to investors.
Inclusion Statement
Vanguard’s continued commitment to diversity and inclusion is firmly rooted in our culture. Every decision we make to best serve our clients, crew (internally employees are referred to as crew), and communities is guided by one simple statement: “Do the right thing.”
We believe that a critical aspect of doing the right thing requires building diverse, inclusive, and highly effective teams of individuals who are as unique as the clients they serve. We empower our crew to contribute their distinct strengths to achieving Vanguard’s core purpose through our values.
When all crew members feel valued and included, our ability to collaborate and innovate is amplified, and we are united in delivering on Vanguard's core purpose: to take a stand for all investors, to treat them fairly, and to give them the best chance for investment success.
Our commitment to equal employment opportunity
Vanguard is an equal opportunity employer. Vanguard is committed to providing all crew members a working environment that is free from discrimination, prejudice and bias. Through this Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Policy, Vanguard reaffirms its commitment to equal employment opportunity for all applicants and crew members without regard to race, color, national origin or ancestry, religion, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, marital status, veteran or military status. In addition, Vanguard prohibits discrimination based on genetic information, as well as any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.
Applicants with disabilities may be entitled to reasonable accommodation under the Americans with Disabilities Act and certain state or local laws. A reasonable accommodation is a change in the way things are normally done which will ensure an equal employment opportunity without imposing undue hardship on Vanguard. Please inform [email protected] if you need assistance completing this application or to otherwise participate in the application process.
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.


