Director Software Engineering

Being a part of IT Middleware Digital Client Interfaces team, the Director Software Engineering role specializes in planning, documenting technical requirements, designing, developing, and testing all software systems and applications for the firm. Works closely with architects, product managers, project management, and end-users in the development and enhancement of existing software systems and applications, proposing and recommending solutions that solve sophisticated business problems.

The Development family is responsible for creating, designing, deploying, and supporting applications, programs, and software solutions. May include research, new development, prototyping, modification, reuse, re-engineering, maintenance, or any other activities related to software products used internally or externally on product platforms supported by the firm. The software development process requires in-depth domain expertise in existing and emerging development methodologies, tools, and programming languages. Software Developers work closely with business partners and / or external clients in defining requirements and implementing solutions.

Your Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the CDTS Platform Enhancements and Modernization development and testing team
• Prioritize Continuous Improvement initiatives related to service delivery to mitigate risks
• Partner with business users/IT senior leaders to ensure results are properly aligned with project roadmaps
• Balance demand and resources for short- and long-term budget planning
• Create an inclusive environment of continuous learning, knowledge sharing, and teamwork
• Create an inclusive environment across all aspects of the team
• Recommend resolution of technical problems based on root cause analysis
• Refine work estimates to ensure resource allocation is optimized
• Responsible for the overall management of the team and specific business applications (including technical designs)
• Provide leadership and handles all aspects of team management, including the development of employees
• Understand complexity of regulatory environment and ensures compliance
• Control success criteria from design through deployment for all non-functional requirements
• Mitigates risk by following established procedures, spotting key errors and demonstrating strong ethical behavior.

• Minimum of 10 years of related experience
• Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent experience

Talents Needed for Success:

• Inspires different approaches or ways of working.
• Inspires teams to constructively challenge established views.
• Presents information clearly in writing and orally in larger group settings.
• Convince others on key topics by presenting persuasive arguments and alternative approaches.
• Sets an example for others by personally embracing change; Builds ownership for change by empowering others to lead change initiatives.
• Solid understanding in design and development of standard methodologies (Java, Web Services, Spring/Spring Boot, REST APIs and modern web applications.
• Experience with database technologies such as Oracle, PostgreSQL, etc.
• Experience in AWS cloud stack
• Experience with Kafka, Kafka APIs and tooling
• Experience with Agile methodology and implementation of standard processes across squads
• Demonstrated ability to develop plans and roadmaps for large scale projects as well as manage and deliver multiple releases on schedule and within budget
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to partner with business stakeholders
• Strong leadership and people management skills with proven experience in a Director level role

• Competitive compensation, including base pay and annual incentive.
• Comprehensive health and life insurance and well-being benefits, based on location.
• Pension / Retirement benefits
• Paid Time Off and Personal/Family Care, and other leaves of absence when needed to support your physical, financial, and emotional well-being.
• DTCC offers a flexible/hybrid model of 3 days onsite and 2 days remote (onsite Tuesdays, Wednesdays and a third day unique to each team or employee).

Do you want to work on innovative projects, collaborate with a dynamic and encouraging team, and receive investment in your professional development? At DTCC, we are at the forefront of innovation in the financial markets. We're committed to helping our employees grow and succeed. We believe that you have the skills and drive to make a real impact. We foster a thriving internal community and are committed to crafting a workplace that looks like the world that we serve. The Information Technology group delivers secure, reliable technology solutions that enable DTCC to be the trusted infrastructure of the global capital markets. The team delivers high-quality information through activities that include development of essential, building infrastructure capabilities to meet client needs and implementing data standards and governance., With over 50 years of experience, DTCC is the premier post-trade market infrastructure for the global financial services industry. From 20 locations around the world, DTCC, through its subsidiaries, automates, centralizes, and standardizes the processing of financial transactions, mitigating risk, increasing transparency, enhancing performance and driving efficiency for thousands of broker/dealers, custodian banks and asset managers. Industry owned and governed, the firm innovates purposefully, simplifying the complexities of clearing, settlement, asset servicing, transaction processing, trade reporting and data services across asset classes, bringing enhanced resilience and soundness to existing financial markets while advancing the digital asset ecosystem. In 2024, DTCC's subsidiaries processed securities transactions valued at U.S. $3.7 quadrillion and its depository subsidiary provided custody and asset servicing for securities issues from over 150 countries and territories valued at U.S. $99 trillion. DTCC's Global Trade Repository service, through locally registered, licensed, or approved trade repositories, processes more than 25 billion messages annually. To learn more, please visit us at or connect with us on LinkedIn , X , YouTube , Facebook and Instagram . DTCC proudly supports Flexible Work Arrangements favoring openness and gives people freedom to do their jobs well, by encouraging diverse opinions and emphasizing teamwork. When you join our team, you'll have an opportunity to make meaningful contributions at a company that is recognized as a thought leader in both the financial services and technology industries. A DTCC career is more than a good way to earn a living. It's the chance to make a difference at a company that's truly one of a kind. Learn more about Clearance and Settlement by clicking here .