Application Development Manager

🏢 Summary: Hands-on Application Development Officer role building, enhancing, and supporting enterprise Global Funds Management applications in a hybrid Krakow model. The position focuses on backend development, cloud deployment, databases, testing, DevOps, and production support in a global financial-services environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical discipline, 2–3 years of enterprise software engineering experience, Java and/or Python experience, Spring Boot and microservices experience, AWS application design and deployment experience, Strong SQL and relational database experience, Object-oriented design, design patterns, SOLID principles 📃 Skills: Java, SpringBoot, Python, SQL, AWS, Oracle, PostgreSQL, Redshift, Microservices, DevOps, CICD, GitHubCopilot 🏢 Description: State Street Investment Management (formerly State Street Global Advisors) is seeking an Application Development Officer to join the Global Funds Management (GFM) Engineering team within the Chief Operating Officer (COO) organization. This is a hands-on engineering role where you will help design, build, enhance, and support enterprise-scale applications used by Global Funds Management. You will work closely with experienced engineers, technology partners, and business stakeholders to deliver reliable, modern solutions in a global financial services environment. The role involves new software development as well as ongoing enhancement and maintenance of core GFM applications. We are looking for candidates with strong engineering fundamentals, an interest in financial markets, and the motivation to grow in a collaborative, senior engineering environment. This role follows a hybrid working model , requiring three days per week onsite at our Krakow office. Eligible employees may benefit from the Copyrights Tax Deduction Program , which allows qualifying creative work, such as software development, to be treated under preferential tax-deductible cost rules in line with Polish tax regulations and internal company policy. What you gain Hands-on ownership of meaningful development work across business-critical applications Exposure to global investment management platforms and business-critical applications used across financial services Opportunity to deepen expertise in backend engineering, cloud technologies, DevOps, and AI-assisted development Collaboration with experienced engineers, product teams, and business stakeholders across global locations A supportive environment where you can learn from senior engineers and grow your technical career Key Responsibilities Act as a hands-on software engineer within a team of experienced engineers, contributing to design, development, testing, and support activities Analyze, design, develop, test, and debug complex software solutions using Java, Spring Boot, Python, and SQL Build and maintain data-driven applications leveraging Oracle, PostgreSQL, and Redshift databases Collaborate closely with geographically distributed, cross-functional technology and business teams Provide technical support and troubleshooting for business-critical functions Ensure high-quality delivery through unit testing, automation testing, and manual test execution Contribute to DevOps practices , including automated CI/CD pipelines and environment setup across Development, QA, UAT, Production, and Disaster Recovery Explore and apply AI-assisted engineering tools and frameworks to improve efficiency and effectiveness across the enterprise software development lifecycle Share knowledge with colleagues, contribute to continuous improvement, and support a culture of accountability and engineering excellence Education & Qualifications Bachelor’s degree, or foreign equivalent, in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline; an advanced degree is preferred Minimum 2–3 years of software engineering experience delivering enterprise applications using Java and/or Python, Spring Boot, and microservices Experience designing and deploying applications on Amazon Web Services (AWS) Strong SQL skills and hands-on experience with relational databases Strong object-oriented design expertise, including design patterns, SOLID principles, and modern engineering best practices Considered an advantage Practical experience with AI-assisted engineering tools, such as GitHub Copilot Minimum Salary: ​ zł132 000 Coroczny The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ.​ Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees.​ In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards.​ ​ We Offer: ​ Permanent contract from day one​ Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)​ Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)​ Premium life insurance package and private pension plan​ Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs​ Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice​ Variety of well-being programs​ Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role About State Street Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. 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🏢 Summary: Hands-on Application Development Lead role delivering scalable platforms for Global Funds Management. The position combines solution architecture, end-to-end engineering delivery, DevOps and cloud modernization, and technical leadership of a distributed team. 🗂️ Requirements: Distributed enterprise application development experience, Java or Python expertise, Microservices, APIs, and cloud-native architecture knowledge, Cloud environment experience, Full software delivery lifecycle experience, Complex cross-functional delivery ownership, Technical stakeholder influence, Krakow location, Hybrid office attendance: minimum 3 days weekly 📃 Skills: Java, Python, Microservices, APIs, AWS, Cloud, DevOps, CICD, Automation 🏢 Description: At State Street Investment Management (SSIM), we are building the next generation of platforms that power one of the world’s largest asset managers. We are looking for an Application Development Lead to play a pivotal role in shaping and delivering the technology that underpins our Global Funds Management business — a core engine of our investment ecosystem. This is not a traditional “lead role.” It is a hands-on, high-impact leadership position where you will architect solutions, influence engineering direction, and directly contribute to building modern, scalable platforms at enterprise scale. This role is ideal for a senior engineer ready to expand their impact — someone who wants to shape systems, influence direction, and operate as a trusted technical leader within a globally significant platform, and is ready to: Own meaningful engineering outcomes : work on business-critical platforms that directly support global investment operations Shape architecture and direction : influence how systems are designed, built, and evolved Operate at senior level : partner closely with experienced engineers, architects, and business leaders across regions Blend leadership with hands-on delivery : lead by doing, not just directing Be part of modernization : drive DevOps, cloud adoption, and emerging capabilities such as AI-enabled engineering Eligible employees may benefit from the Copyrights Tax Deduction Program , which allows qualifying creative work, such as software development, to be treated under preferential tax-deductible cost rules in line with Polish tax regulations and internal company policy. Your new role You will sit at the heart of engineering delivery, combining technical depth with leadership influence: Design and build robust, scalable applications supporting Global Funds Management Act as a technical anchor within a highly capable engineering team Drive end-to-end solution delivery — from architecture through to production Lead the adoption of modern engineering practices (CI/CD, automation, DevOps) Partner with global stakeholders across Technology and the business to solve complex problems Champion engineering excellence, quality, and continuous improvement Mentor and elevate engineers, creating a high-performance, learning-oriented team What we value We are interested in strong engineers who want to step into broader technical leadership and operate at scale. You’ll likely bring: Deep experience building distributed, enterprise-grade applications (Java and/or Python environments) Strong understanding of modern architecture principles (microservices, APIs, cloud-native design) Experience working in cloud-based environments (AWS preferred) Confidence working across the full lifecycle — design, build, deploy, and operate A track record of owning delivery in complex, cross-functional environments The ability to influence stakeholders and lead through expertise, not hierarchy Prior exposure to financial services is helpful, but not essential — curiosity and learning agility matter more. You’ll join a globally distributed, high-caliber engineering team that values: Pragmatic, high-quality engineering Clear ownership and accountability Continuous learning and innovation Collaboration across regions and disciplines Additional requirements Krakow-based role; Hybrid model (min. 3 days per week in the office) Minimum Salary: ​ zł282 000 Coroczny The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ.​ Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees.​ In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards.​ ​ We Offer: ​ Permanent contract from day one​ Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)​ Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)​ Premium life insurance package and private pension plan​ Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs​ Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice​ Variety of well-being programs​ Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role About State Street Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. 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🏢 Summary: Lead the engineering of a cloud-native data platform, delivering resilient backend services, APIs, migration tooling, and event-driven integrations for Snowflake and Databricks on AWS or Azure. The role combines hands-on architecture and production operations with leadership of an engineering pod, including technical direction, coaching, and performance management. Requires at least three days per week in the office. 🗂️ Requirements: 12+ years of software engineering experience in large-scale distributed systems, BS/MS in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent experience, Strong object-oriented design, design patterns and SOLID principles, Proficiency in Java and/or Python, Experience building and operating microservices and APIs, Cloud-native deployment experience on AWS and/or Azure, Experience integrating services with Snowflake and Databricks, Docker, Kubernetes and Infrastructure as Code experience, Event-driven systems and streaming platform experience, Observability, on-call and incident response experience, CI/CD, automated testing and secure-by-default development experience, Experience leading, coaching and managing engineering team members, Office presence at least 3 days per week 📃 Skills: Java, Python, AWS, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, CloudFormation, Bicep, Kafka, Kinesis, Flink, OpenTelemetry, Prometheus, Grafana, REST, RPC, gRPC, OpenAPI, CI/CD 🏢 Description: State Street Investment Management’s Data, Analytics & AI Services (DAAIS) team is seeking a Software Engineering Principal (Vice President) for its Data Platform at our Krakow, Poland office. This role is accountable for the software engineering aspects of the data platform—building and operating backend services, APIs and microservices, containerized/cloud-native components, and migration frameworks/utilities that enable Snowflake and Databricks workloads on AWS or Azure. The successful candidate will bring deep, hands-on expertise in large-scale distributed systems and will be responsible for the end-to-end design, build, and operate lifecycle of low-latency, resilient, complex software solutions. Eligible employees may benefit from the Copyrights Tax Deduction Program , which allows qualifying creative work, such as software development, to be treated under preferential tax-deductible cost rules in line with Polish tax regulations and internal company policy. Your new role Key Responsibilities: Hands-on design and delivery of core backend services (APIs, microservices, orchestration/workflow, metadata/access services), including writing and reviewing production code for critical paths. Architect large-scale, distributed components on AWS/Azure (compute, networking, storage) with a focus on low latency, resiliency, scalability, and clear service boundaries. Own operations of the software solutions, including on-call and incident response, backfills, post-incident reviews, and reliability improvements. Build and operate migration frameworks/utilities for Snowflake and Databricks (bulk load/unload, schema evolution, reconciliation, backfills, cutover automation) with strong validation, observability, rollback, and replayability. Engineer security-by-design for services and tooling: authentication/authorization, secrets management, encryption/KMS, network controls, and integration with Snowflake/Databricks access models (e.g., Unity Catalog) with audit-ready logging. Design and deliver low-latency, event-driven integration patterns (Kafka/Kinesis/Event Hubs) with replay, idempotency, schema management, and resilient failure handling. Deliver internal tools and developer experience enablers (admin/onboarding tools, diagnostics dashboards, SDKs/CLIs, client libraries, templates) to simplify integration, improve productivity, and reduce operational toil. Help lead agile delivery (standups, sprint planning, backlog refinement, retrospectives) and continuously improve engineering practices; leverage AI-assisted tools and internal agents/automations to accelerate the SDLC and raise quality. Accountable for the software engineering aspects of the Data Platform: set engineering direction and standards for platform services, partnering with Data Engineering/Analytics leaders on priorities and adoption. Build and lead a software engineering pod; hire, coach, and develop technical leaders to deliver with engineering and operational excellence. Own team performance management, including professional development and performance reviews. What we value Required Qualifications: 12+ years of software engineering experience delivering large-scale, distributed systems; BS/MS in Computer Science/Engineering (or equivalent experience). Strong object-oriented design skills, including design patterns, SOLID principles, and modern engineering best practices. Strong proficiency in Java (preferred) and/or Python , building scalable, high-performance services. Proven experience designing, building, and operating microservices and APIs (REST, RPC, gRPC, OpenAPI), including backward compatibility and resilience. Hands-on cloud-native experience on AWS and/or Azure , including service deployments that integrate with Snowflake and Databricks . Experience with containerization and orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes) and Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/CloudFormation/Bicep). Experience building event-driven systems using messaging/streaming platforms (e.g., Kafka, Kinesis, Event Hubs, Flink). Observability and production operations experience: logging/metrics/tracing (OpenTelemetry/Prometheus/Grafana), on-call, and incident response practices. Strong SDLC execution: CI/CD, automated testing, and secure-by-default development, and production support/on-call. Strong communication and influence skills, including experience leading within a pod/team (coaching, performance feedback) and collaborating effectively with engineering and business stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Experience delivering AI-assisted SDLC initiatives (e.g., Copilot/Claude Code), including secure usage guidelines and measurable improvements in velocity and quality. Experience building internal developer agents/automations that streamline integrations and engineering operations (e.g., migration assistants, release/runbook generators, incident triage support) with guardrails and human-in-the-loop workflows. Familiarity with AI governance in regulated environments and experience operationalizing AI engineering tools (enablement, quality gates, adoption measurement) and integrating them into CI/CD workflows. Additional requirements The position requires office presence at least 3 days per week About State Street Investment Management What We Do. As the asset management arm of State Street Corporation, State Street Investment Management has served the world’s governments, institutions and financial advisors for over four decades. With a rigorous, risk-aware approach built on research, analysis and market-tested experience, we build from a breadth of active and index strategies to create cost-effective solutions. As stewards, we help portfolio companies see that what is fair for people and sustainable for the planet can deliver long-term performance. And, as pioneers in index, ETF, and ESG investing, we are always inventing new ways to invest. As a result, we have become one of the world’s largest asset managers with trillions of dollars under our care. Our Mission. At State Street Investment Management, our mission is to invest responsibly to enable economic prosperity and social progress. We are driven by a desire to help our clients, and those who rely on them, achieve a better future. We have a long history of developing innovative investment strategies to provide our clients with reliable and transparent returns, cost-effectively, and without excessive risk. 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. Company: State Street Investment Management Minimum Salary: ​ zł282 000 Coroczny The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ.​ Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees.​ In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards.​ ​ We Offer: ​ Permanent contract from day one​ Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)​ Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)​ Premium life insurance package and private pension plan​ Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs​ Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice​ Variety of well-being programs​ Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role About State Street Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. 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🏢 Summary: Lead a team of engineers while designing, developing, and maintaining complex, mission-critical investment-management software components. The role focuses on Java or C#/.NET development, cloud-native and high-throughput systems, technical leadership, and production troubleshooting in an Agile environment. 🗂️ Requirements: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field, 10+ years of full-lifecycle Java application development experience, Expert Java or C#/.NET proficiency, Object-oriented design expertise, High-throughput, low-latency systems experience, Database internals and data-model design expertise, Cloud-native system design experience, Event-driven architecture knowledge, Financial transaction integrity, data consistency, reconciliation, auditability, and traceability knowledge, Agile and SDLC methodology experience, 2+ years leading teams of 6–10 people, Full employee-lifecycle management experience 📃 Skills: Java, C#, .NET, Databases, Cloud, Agile, SDLC 🏢 Description: Who we are: Charles River Development (CRD) is the FinTech division of State Street. Together with State Street’s Middle and Back-office services, Charles River’s cloud-based Front Office technology forms the foundation of the State Street Alpha Platform, the first front-to-back solution in the industry. Our vision is to be the world’s leading investment platform, shaping the future of the industry and driving new levels of technology-led innovation, resiliency, efficiency and growth for investors and the people they serve. CRD Engineering organization is innovating and transforming the platform by moving away from monolithic software to utilising next generation cloud-based technology that leverages Microsoft Azure, Kafka, Snowflake, etc. As a digital innovation leader, we invest into our solutions, processes, systems, and talent. Summary: Leading technical contributor to the enhancement and maintenance of one or more Charles River IMS modules or components of an agile scrum team. Provide engineering troubleshooting assistance to customer support teams and other development teams within Charles River. Responsibilities: Analyze, design, develop, test, and debug large and complex software enhancements and solutions within Charles River’s business and technical problem domains including modifications to core frameworks and other primary facilities critical to system operation Collaborate with Business Analysts and Product Managers to create simple and sustainable software solutions for complex problems Direct problem solving for projects or major phases of projects to resolve software technical issues Develop, test, debug, and implement software programs, applications and projects using Java and being open to learn and utilize needed languages Provide informed guidance and critical analysis of proposed changes during code reviews Provide troubleshooting on large, mission critical client implementations Engage in the agile software development process by adhering to and advancing the CRD scrum methodology, including attending all daily standups, sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospectives Plan and coordinate cross-team activities groups to complete assignments Demonstrate more independence of design and development Mentor and guide Junior Engineers Lead a team of engineers both from technical and managerial perspective Qualifications: Recommended Education: B.S. degree (or foreign education equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering or other technical course of study required. MS degree strongly preferred. What we are looking for: At least 10 years of experience with full lifecycle of project development for Java applications from similar industry Expert level proficiency in Java or C#/.NET, object-oriented design Strong experience with high-throughput low-latency systems Deep understanding of Database internals and data model design Proven experience designing and building cloud-native systems that are observable, scalable, and resilient Familiar with event-drive architecture Strong understanding of financial system characteristics regarding transaction integrity, data consistency and reconciliation, auditability, and traceability Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment Experience in Agile and SDLC development methodologies At least 2 years of experience leading a team of 6 -10 people (this includes managing employee through whole life cycle from hiring to offboarding) Nice To have: Experience in ETL tools (Kettle or Talend) Development Financial industry knowledge Minimum Salary: ​ zł282 000 Coroczny The minimum salary quoted above applies to the role in the primary location specified. If the candidate ultimately works outside of this primary location, the applicable minimum salary may differ.​ Salary will be determined based on factors such as the position, type of work performed, individual skills, job description, working hours, diligence, initiative, self-management, length of employment, availability, and the quantity and quality of work delivered, as well as other objective and non-discriminatory criteria relevant to State Street employees.​ In addition to salary, employees are eligible to be considered for discretionary annual performance-based awards.​ ​ We Offer: ​ Permanent contract from day one​ Additional holidays (Birthday Day Off, 3rd and 5th year anniversary Day Off)​ Gold Medical Package for employees and their families (partner and children)​ Premium life insurance package and private pension plan​ Wide range of soft skills training, technical workshops, language classes and development programs​ Opportunities to volunteer your time to company-driven initiatives, employee networks or organizations of your choice​ Variety of well-being programs​ Additional benefits available depending on the seniority of the role About State Street Across the globe, institutional investors rely on us to help them manage risk, respond to challenges, and drive performance and profitability. We keep our clients at the heart of everything we do, and smart, engaged employees are essential to our continued success. We are committed to fostering an environment where every employee feels valued and empowered to reach their full potential. As an essential partner in our shared success, you’ll benefit from inclusive development opportunities, flexible work-life support, paid volunteer days, and vibrant employee networks that keep you connected to what matters most. Join us in shaping the future. As an Equal Opportunity Employer, we consider all qualified applicants for all positions without regard to race, creed, color, religion, national origin, ancestry, ethnicity, age, disability, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, marital status, domestic partnership or civil union status, familial status, military and veteran status, and other characteristics protected by applicable law. 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