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Managing Director_Data Centralization

AT Charles Schwab
Charles Schwab

Managing Director_Data Centralization

Chicago, IL

Pay range: USD $225,000.00 - $375,000.00 / Year

Your opportunity

Managing Director - Corporate Risk Management, Data Platform Architecture

Schwab remains committed to providing increased visibility to career growth opportunities and job requirements. This posting announcement is part of increased transparency and while all qualified applicants will be reviewed and considered, a preferred candidate for this role has been identified.

We are looking for an experienced systems architect for the role of Managing Director, Data Platform Architecture. In this leadership role, you will lead the formation of a next-generation strategy for transforming the data platform architecture within the Corporate Risk Management (CRM) organization. Working closely with Schwab's technology and business leaders within CRM, you will define, scope and innovate a data platform architecture to help transition key risk management functions spanning finance, financial crimes and compliance into a cloud computing environment.

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Key Outcomes:

  • Lead and oversee development of a comprehensive data platform architecture capable of bringing key risk management processes into an in-house development and reducing reliance on vendor tools.
  • Work with business leaders and Subject Matter Experts across finance, financial crimes and compliance areas to capture business requirements and develop a plan for a comprehensive next generation platform.
  • Liaise with CRM's AI/ML model development team to create an industry-leading cloud-based model development and deployment capability suitable for rapid deployment of mission-critical models into production.
  • Create, manage and communicate project planning materials, including budgeting and metrics for an agile development process.
  • Work with senior CRM leadership to align on development priorities, timelines and deliverables to ensure a successful transition to a next generation platform.

What you have

Required experience:

  • Graduate level degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Science with strong preference for graduate degree in finance or similar
  • 15 years of experience driving strategic architecture of data architecture and software development
  • Deep familiarity with all aspects of Schwab's key risk management processes, including financial risk, Fraud/AML/KYC, Compliance and metric production
  • Expert level software platform architect with strong understanding of key programming technologies such as .NET, Java, Python and R, as well as important data modeling environments such as Dataiku and Vertex.AI

Preferred Experience:

  • Demonstrated business acumen
  • Work effectively with senior and executive leadership both within Corporate Risk Management and Schwab Technology Solutions (STS)
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Strong people leadership and management skills.

What's in it for you

At Schwab, we're committed to empowering our employees' personal and professional success. Our purpose-driven, supportive culture, and focus on your development means you'll get the tools you need to make a positive difference in the finance industry. Our Hybrid Work and Flexibility approach balances our ongoing commitment to workplace flexibility, serving our clients, and our strong belief in the value of being together in person on a regular basis.

We offer a competitive benefits package that takes care of the whole you - both today and in the future:

  • 401(k) with company match and Employee stock purchase plan
  • Paid time for vacation, volunteering, and 28-day sabbatical after every 5 years of service for eligible positions
  • Paid parental leave and family building benefits
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Health, dental, and vision insurance

Client-provided location(s): Chicago, IL, USA
Job ID: CharlesSchwab-2025-108072
Employment Type: Other

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Pet Insurance
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Snacks
    • Company Outings
    • On-Site Cafeteria
    • Holiday Events
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Sabbatical
    • Leave of Absence
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Promote From Within
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Internship Program
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Associate or Rotational Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program