Senior Application Engineer

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of applications and databases, including third-party integrations.
• Translate technical specs into clean, scalable code for new features and enhancements.
• Elevate code through dev, test, and production environments with strong change control discipline.
• Mentor junior engineers and contribute to architectural decisions.
• Participate in design/code reviews and collaborate across teams to resolve technical challenges.
• Understand client business needs and translate them into technical solutions.
• Communicate effectively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Ensure compliance with IT and security policies.
• Contribute to special projects and continuous improvement initiatives.

Requirements:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience.

5+ years of relevant experience, including 3+ year in software development.

Big Data concepts and practices, Data Lake experience a plus.

Business Intelligence and data analytics experience a must.

• Experience with Python, Pandas, Apache Spark.
• Experience with Cloud/AWS, SQL, Postgres or other compatible DBMS. 

Databricks, dremio working experience.

A proactive mindset, excellent problem-solving skills, and a collaborative spirit.

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.