Job Description

Russell’s Technology Application Services team is looking for an exceptional senior application developer to deliver highly scalable services and world-class product experiences. You will have opportunities to work on multiple layers of the technology stack, ranging from customer-focused user experience, greenfield middle-tier services, and intelligent data solutions. You will collaborate with team members and other development teams at Russell to build full stack applications and services that wow users. You excel in a highly collaborative, fast-paced, agile software development environment. You will learn and incorporate Russell IT standards, tooling, and practices while working to improve Russell’s software code quality, performance, and delivery. Years of Experience8+ years of Software Development experience required QualificationsBachelor's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or related engineering field required. Advanced degree preferred Experience with .Net Core, .NET Framework, C#, SQL, HTML, CSS, Javascript, Service Oriented Architecture, Web APIs, ASP.NET MVC is required. Excellent verbal and written communication skills and ability to interface with all domains and seniority levels in the organization. Demonstrated ability to communicate clearly and build trusted relationships with others. 3 years financial services experience, CFA charter or CFA Investment Foundations certificate, or relevant degree preferred. ResponsibilitiesDesign and deliver maintainable, testable, and reusable production quality code in a corporate financial environment using Agile development practices Use technical expertise combined with business acumen to envision and implement solutions to strategic business challenges, thereby using technology to differentiate Russell Investments in the market. Work directly with business units to implement features in existing software as well as to build new prototypes and software solutions Optimize application performance and stability by anticipating, investigating, and resolving problems ahead of time Conceptualize and be able to articulate solutions to team members and clients Take responsibility for the analysis, design, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation of complex technical systems Consistently find and deliver new ways to develop and improve processes and technologies Act as a primary contact for users to address development questions and concerns Candidate RequirementsHigh proficiency with full stack development skills including UI, web, middle-tier, and database required SQL database schema design experience required Experience collaborating with multiple teams, including business unit teams, to deliver solutions through all aspects of the SDLC required Experience with continuous integration and continuous delivery required Experience with Git version control preferred Act as a primary contact for users to address development questions and concerns Strong understanding of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) and Agile methodologies required Proven ability to stay current with emerging technologies as well as with new applications of existing technologies through work experience, academics, or self-study required Growth mindset with a willingness to learn and undertake the CFA or progress towards charter status.Ability to communicate and work with all manner of team members in a conscientious and inclusive way. Core ValuesStrong interpersonal, oral, and written communication and collaboration skills with all levels of managementStrong organizational skills including the ability to adapt to shifting priorities and meet frequent deadlines,Demonstrated proactive approach to problem-solving with strong judgment and decision-making capability.Highly resourceful and collaborative team-player, with the ability to also be independently effective and exude initiative and a sense of urgency.Exemplifies our customer-focused, action-oriented, results-driven culture.Forward looking thinker, who actively seeks opportunities, has a desire for continuous learning, and proposes solutions.Ability to act with discretion and maintain complete confidentiality.Dedicated to the firm’s values of non-negotiable integrity, valuing our people, exceeding client expectations, and embracing intellectual curiosity and rigor. Visit us: https://russellinvestments.com/us/careers