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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Director, Software Engineering (Individual Contributor) - **Company:** Fmr LLC - **Location:** Durham, NC, United States (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Software Applications, Cloud Computing, Event-Driven Programming, Spring Framework, Apache Maven, Swagger, Software Engineering, Web Services, Openapi, GitHub Copilot, Spring-boot, Git, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Low Latency, Data Analytics, Apache Kafka, Api Design, Jenkins - **Published:** July 13, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=00b7ed328b91da52 ## About the Role * 15 plus years of platform development experience, building complex applications leveraging Java and Cloud based processes. * 5 plus years of technical leadership, and mentoring software developers * Extensive experience in Java / Spring boot / Spring Core / Web Services (REST) / Kubernetes orchestration. * Ability to drive technical discussions, arbitrate and influence better software design promoting best in breed software engineering and quality. * Strong experience with API design and best practices using Swagger and OpenAPI. * Good experience in event driven integrations like Kafka. * Experienced with using GenAI developer assist tools (e.g. GitHub Copilot). * Strong experience building CI/CD pipelines using Jenkins, Maven, etc. and solid understanding of version control using GIT and maintenance of pipelines. * Experience in front end application development using Angular is a plus * Good understanding of financial applications and specifically around Alternative Investments is a plus * Robust critical thinking skills coupled with a desire for growth, to learn and to engage with peers in technical and design discussions. * Excellent active listening, verbal and written communication skills and brings excitement that builds collaboration and community. ## Description We are seeking a highly experienced software engineer to lead the design and development of We are looking for a highly experienced Director, Software Engineer (IC) to join the Alternative Investments Platform Engineering Team in the Brokerage Recordkeeping Technology organization. You will bring a strong background of innovation, technical expertise and a passion for engineering best practices to the team. 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