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# Lead Software Engineer

- **Company:** Franklin Templeton Investor Services, LLC
- **Location:** Baltimore, MD, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $134,500.0 - $174,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Clean Code Principles, Java (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, Agile Modeling, Artificial Intelligence, Systems Engineering, JIRA, Automation of Tests, Microsoft Azure, Business Process Model and Notation, Cloud Engineering, Software Debugging, Document Management Systems, Drools, Electronic Signatures, Microsoft SQL Server, MongoDB, Secure Coding, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Systems Integration, User-Centered Design, Web Platforms, Workflow Management Systems, Lexis, Enterprise Software Applications, ReactJS, Snowflake, Spring-boot, Backend, Containerization, AngularJS, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Low-code, Enterprise Integration, Api Design, DocuSign, Api Management, Servicenow, Web Api, Microservices
- **Published:** September 17, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerjet.com/job/us5d9f1fb8d13f352a202c7e3e80e08728/eaa

## About the Role

Strong experience in:
Java / microservices architecture
API design and integration
Workflow automation and orchestration
Experience working on:
Account Opening / Client Onboarding platforms
KYC/AML integrations and regulatory workflows
Hands-on experience with:
Rule engines (Drools or similar)
Document management and e-signature platforms (DocuSign)
8+ years of software engineering experience
Experience leading end-to-end platform components or modules
Bachelor's or master's in computer science, Engineering, or equivalent experience
Preferred Skills
Experience with:
LexisNexis, Signa360, or similar KYC tools
Workflow tools (Camunda, BPMN platforms)
Low-code/no-code workflow platforms
Familiarity with:
Digital onboarding and client experience platforms

## Description

The team operates within Wealth Management Technology, supporting the Account Lifecycle platform (AOP), used by Franklin Templeton's High Net Worth business.
The platform enables end-to-end onboarding lifecycles, including:
Various types of account opening
Document collection and e-signature workflows
KYC/AML verification
Workflow orchestration across onboarding, compliance, and operations teams
Key platform integrations include:
DocuSign for digital document execution and e-signature workflows
LexisNexis (Instant ID / Bridger) for KYC, sanctions, and risk screening via API integration
Rule engines (e.g., Drools) for dynamic business rule evaluation
Workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Camunda or equivalent)
The team operates in a cross-functional Agile model, collaborating with:
Front Office and Client Onboarding teams
Compliance (KYC/AML) and Risk teams
Digital platforms and client experience teams
External vendors (KYC providers, DocuSign, workflow tools)
Team culture:
Focus on client experience, compliance, and operational efficiency
Strong ownership of end-to-end workflows
Continuous improvement mindset for automation and digital transformation
Job Overview
This role exists to provide technical leadership and hands-on engineering expertise for the Account Lifecycle (AOP) platform, ensuring seamless and compliant onboarding and account management processes.
The Lead Software Engineer will:
Drive end-to-end design and delivery of onboarding and account lifecycle capabilities
Own platform components across workflow orchestration, rule engines, integrations, and document processing
Enable modernization of onboarding processes into a digital-first, automated experience
Success in this role enables:
Faster and seamless client onboarding and account opening
Reduced manual effort through workflow automation and rule-driven processing
Improved regulatory compliance and KYC accuracy
Enhanced client and advisor experience through digitization
How you will add value
Design and develop account lifecycle workflows covering:
Account opening, onboarding, and maintenance
Develop and maintain integrations with:
KYC providers (e.g., LexisNexis, Signa360)
Document and e-signature platforms (DocuSign)
Implement and maintain business rules using rule engines (e.g., Drools)
Interacting with non-SQL dbatabases.
Ensure high-quality, scalable, and secure code for enterprise applications
Modernize onboarding workflows into event-driven, API-first architecture
Implement dynamic workflow orchestration for onboarding and approval processes
Enhance DocuSign integration for automated document generation and routing
Build and optimize:
KYC API integrations and automated validation workflows
Data capture, validation, and enrichment pipelines
Improve operational efficiency through:
Reduced manual touchpoints
Automated decisioning using rules and workflow engines
AI Fluency - AI-First Engineering & Business Workflow Mindset
Experience in:
Functional Integration between applications and existing Agents
Generate high-quality code by using prompts efficiently.
Debugging complex transaction flows
Writing automation scripts and test cases
Validates AI-generated outputs before applying to critical systems
Identifies opportunities to use AI
What will help you be successful in this role
Technical Environment
Core Stack:
Backend: Java / Spring Boot / Microservices
UI: Angular / React
Data: SQL Server, Snowflake, Cosmos/mongo DB
Platform Capabilities:
Workflow orchestration tools (e.g., Camunda or equivalent)
Rule engines (Drools or similar)
API-based integrations with:
KYC providers (LexisNexis, Signa360)
Document platforms (DocuSign)
Operating Environment:
Cloud-native (Azure preferred) + hybrid systems
Containerized deployments (Kubernetes)
Workflow:
Agile SDLC
CI/CD pipelines
Jira, ServiceNow
Quality & Reliability:
Automated testing for onboarding flows
Monitoring of integration APIs and workflows
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