The Senior Developer programs and configures software to meet TIAA business needs. Under limited supervision, this job identifies and analyzes business software needs, writes complex code to optimize the performance and efficiency of the organization's IT platform/infrastructure and conducts testing to ensure programs are functioning properly. This job is considered a subject matter expert in the Applications Development & Support area.

Key Responsibilities and Duties

• Interprets written business requirements and technical specification documents to design and develop advanced technical solutions that meet business needs in financial industry.


• Collaborates with IT and Business partners to design, develop, and troubleshoot end to end technical solutions.

• Bachelor's Degree Required

• 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred

• Physical Requirements: Sedentary Work

Required Skills:

• 5+ years of experience with relational databases such as SQL Server, Postgre SQL or Oracle
• 4+ years of experience with Java and Spring framework with experience of developing web-based user interface and service based applications
• Experience with Agile SDLC methodology

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with cloud development on AWS or other cloud platforms
• Experience with a front end framework such as React, Angular, Vaadin
• Financial industry experience preferably in assent management, trading
• Understanding of Fixed Income, Equities and Derivatives
• Excellent Communication skills

Actual base salary may vary based upon, but not limited to, relevant experience, time in role, base salary of internal peers, prior performance, business sector, and geographic location.  In addition to base salary, the competitive compensation package may include, depending on the role, participation in an incentive program linked to performance (for example, annual discretionary incentive programs, non-annual sales incentive plans, or other non-annual incentive plans). 

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Company Overview

Nuveen, the investment manager of TIAA, offers a comprehensive range of outcome-focused investment solutions designed to secure the long-term financial goals of institutional and individual investors. Its affiliates offer deep expertise across a comprehensive range of traditional and alternative investments through a wide array of vehicles and customized strategies. For more information about the firm please visit our website at www.Nuveen.com

COVID-19 Vaccination

TIAA requires all U.S. employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and provide documentation of full vaccination, unless you qualify for an accommodation as determined by TIAA consistent with applicable law.

Benefits and Total Rewards

The organization is committed to making financial well-being possible for its clients, and is equally committed to the well-being of our associates. That’s why we offer a comprehensive Total Rewards package designed to make a positive difference in the lives of our associates and their loved ones. Our benefits include a superior retirement program and highly competitive health, wellness and work life offerings that can help you achieve and maintain your best possible physical, emotional and financial well-being. To learn more about your benefits, please review our Benefits Summary.

Equal Opportunity

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