Principal Software Engineer, Vice President

Role Description We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Software Engineer to lead the design and implementation of innovative, scalable, and secure technology solutions. In this role, you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical strategies with business goals, ensuring the successful delivery of complex projects across the organization. Design end-to-end software solutions that meet business requirements and align with enterprise standards. Collaborate with stakeholders and engineers to gather, analyze and implement technical and business requirements. Lead software reviews and provide guidance on best practices, frameworks, and tools. Ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and maintainable. Oversee the integration of new technologies into existing systems. Mentor and support development teams throughout the project lifecycle. Evaluate and recommend new technologies and tools to improve system performance and reliability. Document implementation decisions, system components, and integration points. Core/Must have skills 10+ years of hands-on experience in integrating products in complex environments and organizations, ideally in financial institutions, with at least 2 years in blockchain-related projects. Experience with modern software development practices, including continuous integration, continuous delivery/deployment (CI/CD), automated testing, and agile methodologies. Solid developer experience (Java) Strong knowledge on design patterns and hand-on experience in implementing cloud native solutions Good knowledge of cloud platforms (ideally Azure) Motivated to solve problems in unique and innovative ways Ability to work both independently and in cooperation with others Bachelor\’s or Master\’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field. Good to have skills Experience working in regulated industries such as financial services. Experience with EVM-compatible blockchains Experience with Taurus Platform Why this role is important to us Our technology function, Global Technology Services (GTS), is vital to State Street and is the key enabler for our business to deliver data and insights to our clients. We\’re driving the company\’s digital transformation and expanding business capabilities using industry best practices and advanced technologies such as cloud, artificial intelligence and robotics process automation. We offer a collaborative environment where technology skills and innovation are valued in a global organization. We\’re looking for top technical talent to join our team and deliver creative technology solutions that help us become an end-to-end, next-generation financial services company. Join us if you want to grow your technical skills, solve real problems and make your mark on our industry. About State Street What we do. State Street is one of the largest custodian banks, asset managers and asset intelligence companies in the world. From technology to product innovation, we\’re making our mark on the financial services industry. For more than two centuries, we\’ve been helping our clients safeguard and steward the investments of millions of people. We provide investment servicing, data & analytics, investment research & trading and investment management to institutional clients. Work, Live and Grow. We make all efforts to create a great work environment. Our benefits packages are competitive and comprehensive. Details vary by location, but you may expect generous medical care, insurance and savings plans, among other perks. You\’ll have access to flexible Work Programs to help you match your needs. And our wealth of development programs and educational support will help you reach your full potential. Inclusion, Diversity and Social Responsibility. We truly believe our employees\‘ diverse backgrounds, experiences and perspectives are a powerful contributor to creating an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and reach their maximum potential while adding value to both our organization and our clients. We warmly welcome candidates of diverse origin, background, ability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity and personality. Another fundamental value at State Street is active engagement with our communities around the world, both as a partner and a leader. You will have tools to help balance your professional and personal life, paid volunteer days, matching gift programs and access to employee networks that help you stay connected to what matters to you. State Street is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.