Application Engineering Technical Lead Position Available In Mecklenburg, North Carolina

Responsibilities:

Technical Leadership:

Lead critical IT initiatives across platforms, providing expert guidance on architecture, design, and implementation. Oversee complex development efforts and ensure alignment with business goals.

Solution Oversight:

Evaluate and approve technical deliverables, ensuring functionality, security, and performance. Provide production support and troubleshoot complex issues.

Problem Solving & Innovation:

Identify and resolve technical challenges, conduct root cause analysis, and proactively mitigate risks. Guide less experienced staff to prevent potential issues.

Stakeholder Communication:

Collaborate with stakeholders to assess the impact of change requests and influence decision-making through clear, persuasive communication.

Technology Strategy & Mentorship:

Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends. Mentor team members and promote adoption of new standards and tools.

Documentation & Standards:

Review and author technical documentation, ensuring clarity and compliance with organizational standards.

Continuous Improvement:

Champion quality improvements in development methodologies, tools, and technical standards.

Development Excellence:

Write clean, maintainable code with automated tests and reusable components. Apply modern development practices to ensure scalability and reliability.

Team Enablement:

Enhance team productivity through collaboration and implementation of robust frameworks. Anticipate and resolve technical issues before they escalate.

Compliance & Security:

Ensure all deliverables meet IT and Information Security policies. Collaborate across departments to strengthen compliance practices.

Business Process Alignment:

Understand front, middle, and back-office operations to design systems that support efficient and controlled business processes, including those involving external partners.

Special Projects:

Contribute to strategic initiatives and perform additional duties as needed.

Qualifications:

Minimum 4-6+ years of relevant IT experience, including at least 3-5 years in software development. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience Nice to

Haves:

Familiarity with Vanguard’s legacy architecture Business acumen in Workplace Solutions Special Factors Sponsorship Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position. About Vanguard At Vanguard, we don’t just have a mission-we’re on a mission. To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients’ lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best. How We Work Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.