Alternatives and Private Markets Software Engineering and Development Lead, MD

State Street

. Define and execute the long-term technology strategy for the Alternatives & Private Markets platform ecosystem .

Posted 10/5/2026full-timeUnited StatesSenior💰 $170,000 - $282,500 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive technology leadership in driving platform modernization and cloud adoption while ensuring operational excellence and compliance within the financial services sector. Capable of managing large-scale transformation programs and fostering a culture of innovation and accountability across global teams.

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Technology LeadershipCloud TechnologiesPlatform ModernizationStakeholder ManagementSoftware Engineering

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Hard Skills

Application ArchitectureOperational ResilienceTechnology TransformationDevSecOpsAutomationCybersecurityTechnical Debt RemediationInvestment OperationsFund AccountingRegulatory Compliance

Soft Skills

Executive CommunicationCollaborationAccountabilityContinuous ImprovementTalent Development

Tools & Technologies

Cloud PlatformsEngineering ToolsPerformance MetricsGovernance FrameworksVendor Management

Industry Keywords

Asset ManagementPrivate MarketsAlternative InvestmentsCapital MarketsFinancial Services

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

CloudCyber Security

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Define and execute the long-term technology strategy for the Alternatives & Private Markets platform ecosystem
Drive platform modernization, cloud adoption, architecture simplification, and technology transformation initiatives
Develop and communicate target-state architecture and multi-year investment roadmap
Provide thought leadership on emerging technologies, industry trends, and operational models
Own end-to-end technology delivery across Private Markets platforms, including application development, quality engineering, release management, and production support
Ensure predictable execution of strategic initiatives while maintaining operational excellence and client commitments
Establish delivery governance, performance metrics, and execution standards across globally distributed teams
Lead large-scale transformation programs involving platform consolidation, re-architecture, modernization, and legacy technology decommissioning
Drive engineering excellence through modern software development practices, automation, DevSecOps, and AI-enabled productivity
Improve resiliency, availability, scalability, and performance of critical business platforms
Lead technology risk reduction, including remediation of technical debt, cybersecurity vulnerabilities, infrastructure obsolescence, and operational risk exposures
Embed regulatory, audit, and compliance requirements into engineering and operational processes
Partner with business, operations, product, and client-facing leadership teams to align technology priorities with business outcomes
Influence investment decisions, platform strategy, modernization priorities, and portfolio optimization
Serve as senior technology representative for the Middle Office domain with executive stakeholders and governance forums
Build partnerships across enterprise architecture, infrastructure, security, risk, and data organizations
Lead and develop a global organization of engineering, architecture, delivery, and production support professionals
Create a culture of accountability, innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement
Attract, retain, and develop technology talent
Build leadership bench strength and succession plans
Manage technology budgets, strategic investment plans, and vendor relationships
Optimize technology investments to maximize business value and risk reduction
Drive portfolio rationalization, platform consolidation, and application lifecycle management decisions

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of progressive technology leadership experience, including executive leadership of large-scale engineering organizations
Deep experience within Asset Management, Asset Servicing, Alternative Investments, Private Markets, Capital Markets, or Financial Services
Proven track record leading large technology transformation and modernization programs
Experience managing global teams and complex stakeholder environments
Strong knowledge of software engineering, application architecture, cloud technologies, platform modernization, and operational resilience
Demonstrated success delivering mission-critical platforms supporting front, middle, or back-office investment operations
Exceptional executive communication and stakeholder management skills
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or related field
Experience supporting Alternative Investment products or Fund Administration platforms preferred
Experience leading cloud migration and application modernization initiatives preferred
Knowledge of investment operations, transaction management, reconciliation, fund accounting, investor services, reporting, and regulatory obligations preferred
Advanced degree in Business, Engineering, Computer Science, or related discipline preferred

Benefits

Comp & perks

Retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
Basic life insurance
Medical insurance
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Long-term disability insurance
Optional additional insurance coverages
Paid vacation leave
Paid sick leave
Short-term disability
Family care leave/responsibilities support
Employee Assistance Program
Incentive compensation, including eligibility for annual performance-based awards
Eligibility for certain tax-advantaged savings plans
Inclusive development opportunities
Flexible work-life support
Paid volunteer days
Employee networks