Engineer II - Technology

This job posting is anticipated to remain open for 30 days, from 01-Oct-2026. The posting may close early due to the volume of applicants.

Join a financial services firm where your contributions are valued. Edward Jones is a Fortune 500¹ company where people come first. With over 9 million clients and 20,000 financial advisors across the U.S. and Canada, we’re proud to be privately-owned, placing the focus on our clients rather than shareholder returns.

Behind everything we do is our purpose: We partner for positive impact to improve the lives of our clients and colleagues, and together, better our communities and society. We are an innovative, flexible, and inclusive organization that attracts, develops, and inspires performance excellence and a sense of belonging.

People are at the center of our partnership. Edward Jones associates are seen, heard, respected, and supported. This is what we believe makes us the best place to start or build your career.

View our Purpose, Inclusion and Citizenship Report (https://careers.edwardjones.com/blog/edward-jones-releases-annual-purpose-inclusion-and-citizenship-report/?codes=DIRECT&utm\_source=DIRECT) .

¹Fortune 500, published June 2024, data as of December 2023. Compensation provided for using, not obtaining, the rating.

Overview

As a Software Engineer II, you'll help design, build, and support applications that power critical business functions across the firm. Working closely with business partners, analysts, and fellow developers, you'll contribute to the development of scalable software solutions while supporting and enhancing existing systems.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving complex problems, collaborating across teams, and continuously expanding their technical expertise in modern application development technologies.

What You'll Do

• Design, develop, test, and implement software applications and enhancements.

• Collaborate with business partners and analysts to translate requirements into technical solutions.

• Develop and maintain web applications using modern development frameworks and technologies.

• Perform code reviews and ensure adherence to development standards and best practices.

• Troubleshoot and resolve application issues, including root cause analysis.

• Create and maintain technical documentation, estimates, and implementation plans.

• Participate in Agile development activities and support continuous improvement efforts.

• Provide technical guidance and knowledge sharing within the team.

What Will Help You Succeed

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.

• Strong troubleshooting skills and the ability to resolve complex technical issues.

• Continuous learning mindset with an interest in new technologies.

• Experience mentoring or providing technical guidance to others.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

• 2+ years of Java development experience.

• Experience developing and supporting web-based applications.

• Experience with Spring Framework, Spring Boot, REST APIs, and relational or NoSQL databases.

• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with one or more of the following:

• React, JavaScript, jQuery, Thymeleaf, or Unqork

• MongoDB, Oracle Database, or Kafka

• JUnit, Selenium, or SoapUI

• Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD, DevOps, or Agile methodologies

• Microservices architecture and Spring Batch

Candidates that live within a commutable distance from our Tempe, AZ and St. Louis, MO home office locations are expected to work in the office four days per week.

At Edward Jones, we are building a place where everyone feels like they belong. We're proud of our associates' contributions to the firm and the recognitions we have received.

Check out our U.S. awards and accolades: Insights & Information Blog Postings about Edward Jones (https://careers.edwardjones.com/blog/?\_sft\_category=awards-accolades)

Check out our Canadian awards and accolades: Insights & Information Blog Postings about Edward Jones (https://careers.edwardjones.com/en-CA/blogs/?\_sft\_category=awards-accolades-en-ca)

Edward Jones does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, religion, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information or any other basis prohibited by applicable law.

Edward Jones' compensation and benefits package includes medical and prescription drug, dental, vision, voluntary benefits (such as accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness), short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage. Short- and long-term disability, basic life, and basic AD&D coverage are provided at no cost to associates. Edward Jones offers a 401k retirement plan, and tax-advantaged accounts: health savings account, and flexible spending account. Edward Jones observes ten paid holidays and provides 15 days of vacation for new associates beginning on January 1 of each year, as well as sick time, personal days, and a paid day for volunteerism. Associates may be eligible for bonuses and profit sharing. All associates are eligible for the firm's Employee Assistance Program. For more information on the Benefits available to Edward Jones associates, please visit our benefits page (https://secure.edwardjonesbenefits.com/fleet/public/index/f914262d-0362-4682-bd1e-0ccd25f1dfb1) .