Team PASsage is a backend engineering team within Vanguard’s Portfolio Construction product sub-family in Advice Investment Management organization, building and modernizing platforms that drive advice eligibility & portfolio rebalancing at enterprise scale. The team focuses on Java & NodeJs based apps deployed on AWS ECS & Lambda, complex business logic, large‑scale integrations & data platforms like DynamoDB & Redshift. It’s a great opportunity for developers who enjoy deep backend work, system design, and building resilient platforms that directly impact millions of investors.
Core Responsibilities
Provides intermediate level system analysis, design, development, and implementation of applications and databases. Integrates third party products.
Translates technical specifications into code for moderately complex new or enhancement projects for internal clients. Writes programs, develops code, tests artifacts, and produces reports. Employs software development techniques to ensure tests are implemented in a way that support automation.
Elevates code into the development, test, and production environments on schedule. Provides follow up production support. Submits change control requests and documents.
Follows software development methodology. Follows development architecture standards.
Participates in design, code, and test inspections throughout the life cycle to identify issues. Participates in systems analysis activities.
Understands client business functions and technology needs. Understands Vanguard's tools, technologies, and applications/databases, including those that interface with business area and systems.
Learns and complies with Information Technology and Information Security policies and procedures.
Participates in special projects and performs other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Minimum of three years related work experience, with at least one year of development experience.
Undergraduate degree or equivalent combination of training and experience.
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.