Software Engineer I

Charles River Development (CRD), the FinTech division of State Street, is seeking an entry-level Software Engineer to join their growing team. As part of the State Street Alpha® Platform, CRD provides cutting-edge front-office technology solutions that integrate with State Street's middle and back-office services.

The role offers an excellent opportunity for recent graduates or early-career professionals to work with modern cloud-based technologies including Microsoft Azure, Kafka, and Snowflake. The position is part of CRD's university recruitment initiative, aimed at developing new talent in North America.

As a Software Engineer I, you'll be integrated into an agile team working on various aspects of the CRD/Alpha Platform. The role offers exposure to full-stack development, front-end UI/UX, DevOps, and database engineering. You'll receive mentorship from senior engineers while contributing to real projects using technologies like React, Angular, TypeScript, Java, and cloud services.

The company has shown impressive growth, with a 135% increase in headcount over the last 5 years. They're committed to innovation and investing in both their technology stack and talent development. The role offers competitive compensation ($70,000-$115,000) and the opportunity to work in Burlington, Massachusetts.

Key technologies you'll work with include:

• Modern JavaScript frameworks (React, Angular)
• Cloud platforms (primarily Azure)
• Event-driven architectures
• Enterprise-scale databases (Snowflake, SQL Server)
• Testing frameworks (Jest, Cypress, Jasmine)

The ideal candidate will have a technical degree, strong analytical skills, and a passion for FinTech. While the role requires minimal prior experience, familiarity with core technologies and agile methodologies is valued. The position offers clear growth opportunities and the chance to work on significant financial technology solutions used by institutional investors globally.