Senior Full Stack Developer

If you’re looking for a high-energy, inclusive atmosphere and a company that understands the importance of work/life balance, Commonwealth is your match! From generous bonus and 401(k) programs to tuition reimbursement and flexible work schedules, Commonwealth is focused on helping its employees thrive in an environment suited to their needs. On top of all that, the Technology department offers a hybrid work schedule, so you’ll be able to work from home for part of the week!

We’re looking for a Senior Full Stack Developer to join our ranks. In this role, you will use DevOps and Agile processes to manage development and quickly deliver desired functionality. You will own all aspects of the development process, from UX planning to deployment for applications in Commonwealth’s application portfolio. As a full-stack software developer, you will bring strong system architecture experience and a solid understanding of cloud platform design to provide best-in-class solutions to complex business problems.

Key Responsibilities 

• Designing, developing, testing, and maintaining a variety of applications, services and integrations for external/internal websites
• Owning the full software development life cycle, including design, development, testing, and support
• Understanding user requirements, proposing solutions, conducting analysis, and performing design prior to development
• Working on a highly collaborative, mission-driven, Agile product team
• Integrating applications using API-led and cloud-first architectural design patterns with in-house custom applications and third-party SaaS providers
• Leading vendor contract developers on various integrations, providing appropriate guidance and oversight that ensures alignment with enterprise architecture
• Conducting code reviews and design sessions
• Identifying and implementing solutions independently and in conjunction with a development team
• Consulting with designers, developers, and architects to evaluate and develop product specifications
• Tracking project status and communicating progress effectively to internal management and external stakeholders
• Integrating with web testing services for unit, functional, and scalability testing

Core Strengths and Skills

• Ability to visualize UIs and customize components to fit the application
• Strong foundation in algorithms, data structures, and design approach to development
• Proven ability to translate key business requirements into application design
• Ability to think abstractly and comfortable dealing with ambiguous or undefined problems
• Ability to create and review architectural diagrams, flowcharts, and road maps to identify completeness, areas of concern, and use of best practices
• Ability to prioritize and handle multiple tasks, as well as changing priorities
• Strong verbal and written communication skills (both technical and nontechnical)

Additional Skills and Knowledge 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, systems engineering, or similar field preferred
• Minimum 5 years of experience designing, developing, configuring, implementing, and managing applications
• 5+ years of programming experience in a .NET environment using tools like React, C#, and Typescript
• Experience with building and deploying applications in cloud, preferably Microsoft Azure, relational databases such as NOSQL, SQL Server
• Experience writing unit tests and integration tests using XUnit or similar frameworks
• Familiarity with Agile software development processes, including Scrum
• Experience working in financial services and/or a regulated environment a plus

Have we piqued your curiosity? Can you see yourself thriving in this opportunity? 

Picture Yourself Here  

At Commonwealth, we believe in a better world. We hold ourselves and each other to higher standards. We take care of one another. That’s why we invest in you—we encourage employee growth both in your career and education; we are building out a robust diversity, equity, and inclusion program; we offer incredible healthcare benefits; and we find plenty of occasions to celebrate. What’s not to love? 

We are always striving to be better, and we are looking for employees who share that same mindset. Better people, better coworkers, better leaders, better creators. Bring your best work and your full self to the table, and we will do the same. Together, we can build a better future for our advisors, their clients, our company, and you. 

About Commonwealth  

Commonwealth Financial Network, Member FINRA/SIPC, a Registered Investment Adviser, provides a suite of business solutions that empowers more than 2,000 independent financial advisors nationwide. Privately held since 1979, the firm has headquarters in Waltham, Massachusetts, and San Diego, California.  

Turning our advisors into raving fans starts by doing the same for our employees. We foster an environment of excellence, growth, rewards, and fun in equal measure, which has earned us 44 Best Place to Work awards.  

The Fine Print  

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Commonwealth is an equal opportunity employer, making intentional efforts to source talent from all backgrounds.