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# Software Engineering & Development - Development Lead

- **Company:** State Street
- **Location:** Boston, MA, United States (Remote available)
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $178,131.0 - $195,944.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Airflow, Amazon Web Services, Cloud Computing, Code Review, Software Debugging, Python (Programming Language), Commercial Software, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Apache Spark, Spring-boot, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Databricks
- **Published:** July 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/0f59d1ce-298c-4f94-bdc0-6eaef766133b

## About the Role

Minimum requirements: Bachelor's degree or its equivalent in Computer Science or equivalent field plus 7 years of experience in commercial software development with multi-tier solutions. Alternatively, will accept a master's degree or its equivalent in Computer Science or equivalent field plus 5 years of experience in commercial software development with multi-tier solutions.

Must have: Proven experience developing, testing, debugging, and implementing software programs, applications and projects on cloud computing using Python, Java, SQL; Experience with Apache Spark on Databricks; Experience with Apache Airflow, Cloud Computing, Kubernetes, Kafka AWS, Spring boot; Professional Java/Python development experience; Solid communication skills (verbal and written), good interpersonal skills; Ability to gather and understand requirements in the financial sector; Ability to work well with peers in a collaborative team environment; Proven experience working with an Agile development methodology; Prior experience in the financial services, Mutual fund, Repo, and/or Collateral industry; Proven ability to analyze business requirements and develop solutions to the business needs; Demonstrated strong collaboration skills, working with multiple teams in various locations in an agile environment. (Unless otherwise indicated, State Street is seeking the stated ability in the
skills listed above with no specific number of years or amount of experience required. All experience can be gained concurrently.)

## Description

Software Engineering & Development - Development Lead (State Street Bank and Trust Company; Boston, Massachusetts): Will contribute to the development, enhancement, and maintenance of our internal platform as a member of an agile scrum team. Specific job duties include: Develop, test, and debug software enhancements and solutions within the business and technical problem domains; Develop, test, debug, and implement software programs, applications, and projects on cloud computing using Python, Java, Spring boot, SQL, Kafka, Apache Spark, and similar frameworks; Design and handle applications independently; Write unit and automation tests to ensure a high-quality end product; Participate in code reviews; Participate in the agile software development process by adhering to the scrum methodology, including attending all daily standups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives; and Triage production issues by reviewing code and logs as needed and coming up with solutions. Hybrid
telecommuting from within the U.S. permitted pursuant to Company policy.


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