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# Team Lead, SW Engineering - Java, VP

- **Company:** State Street
- **Location:** Burlington, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $120,000.0 - $202,500.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), JavaScript (Programming Language), Agile Methodology, C Sharp (Programming Language), Code Review, Computer Programming, Relational Databases, Software Debugging, Object-Oriented Software Development, Scrum Methodology, Software Engineering, SQL Databases, Scripting, Information Technology
- **Published:** October 15, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.jofdav.com/jobs/60120085-team-lead-sw-engineering-java-vp

## About the Role

* B.S. degree (or foreign education equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, and Physics or other technical course of study required. MS degree strongly preferred, * A minimum of 10-12 years of progressively responsible professional experience in a software engineering role required with a minimum of 3 years of experience in a supervisory role.
 * A minimum of 5 years of experience in financial services developing solutions for IBOR, RECON or Wealth Management is strongly desired

 * Demonstrated experience with object-oriented programming, compiler or interpreter technologies, embedded systems, operating systems, relational databases (RDBMS), scripting and new/advanced programming languages
 * A minimum of 5 years working with an Agile development methodology
 * Excellent written and verbal communication skills
 * Ability to clearly and succinctly summarize results for upper management
 * Demonstrated experience in organizing and running efficient meetings
 * Ability to manage solution complexity to ensure simple designs and workflows
 * Ability to coordinate and lead cross-team activities
 * Strong contributor to project plans and backlog management

## Description

Lead one or more engineering Scrum teams to build and maintain one or more of Charles River's components or products. Provide engineering expertise for a given product area within the team and across the Engineering organization. Deliver support and assistance to customers and other teams within Charles River., * Manage a development team's staff, including assignment of work items, employee performance, engagement and professional development

 * Work with Product Owner to design and develop software solutions to meet market need and assist in managing the product backlog for their functional area
 * Fulfill the Scrum Master role by leading the team in their Agile development process and working to foster a strong continuous improvement culture
 * Identify improvements in team development and quality including defining new strategies, processes, and required tooling to improve quality
 * Write, review and approve software development specifications, projects, proposals, methods and schedules
 * Provide expert guidance and critical analysis of proposed changes during code reviews
 * Advise staff members on complex technical problems including specifying proper software designs and use of existing facilities to solve common problems
 * Monitor progress on a variety of initiatives and work packages to ensure fulfillment of product and scheduling objectives
 * Review testing strategy and test plans for team's product to ensure high product quality
 * Mentor team members to cultivate technical and financial domain knowledge expertise, and assist with developing other essential skills to further their careers
 * Develop, test, debug, and implement software programs, applications and projects using Java, C#, SQL, JavaScript, or other related software engineering languages as well as keeping abreast of emerging technologies impactful to CRDs business
 * Work with the client services organization to provide support & maintenance to current customers
 * Coordinate with other Scrum teams within the R&D organization to ensure seamless integration of functional workflows