Lead Software Engineer - Java / Angular

LaSalle Network
Chicago, IL

Lead Software Engineer (Java / Angular)

About the Company

Our client is a technology-driven financial services organization operating at the intersection of clearing operations, exchange connectivity, and financial market infrastructure. The company is long-standing, well-capitalized, and focused on modernizing its technology stack while maintaining a culture of engineering excellence.

You’ll join a team of highly skilled engineers who value clean architecture, reliability, and thoughtful innovation. The environment is collaborative, business-savvy, and supportive of long-term career growth—particularly for leaders who want to evolve into management.

Position: Lead Software Engineer

Overview

We are seeking a full stack Lead Software Engineer with strong Java and Angular expertise. This role includes both hands-on development and technical leadership. You’ll contribute directly to the architecture and build of financial applications supporting clearing services and exchange operations (non-latency-sensitive).

This position is also ideal for someone looking to grow into a Development Manager role, with immediate opportunities to mentor and lead a cross-functional team.

Responsibilities
  • Lead design, development, and implementation of full stack financial applications using Java, Spring , and Angular .
  • Provide technical direction to a team of six: full stack developers, QA personnel, and a UX designer.
  • Collaborate with Product, DevOps, Security, and QA to deliver reliable, scalable software.
  • Participate in architecture planning, code reviews, and technical strategy discussions.
  • Develop systems supporting clearing workflows, exchange operations, and financial transaction processing.
  • Establish and maintain engineering best practices for code quality, testing, and documentation.
  • Serve as a key part of the succession plan for future Development Manager responsibilities.

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of software engineering experience with primary focus on Java/Spring development.
  • Strong experience with Angular or similar frontend frameworks.
  • Background in financial technology—especially clearing, exchange operations, or post-trade systems.
  • Demonstrated experience mentoring or guiding technical teams.
  • Strong architectural thinking and problem-solving ability.
  • Interest in transitioning into a formal engineering leadership role.
  • Excellent communication and cross-team collaboration skills.
The range for this role is $160,000 – 175,000 per year. There is no bonus. Medical, dental and vision benefits are available.

Please reach out today if you are interested in learning more!

Paul Wallenberg
Vice President – Technology Services
LaSalle Network

LaSalle Network is an Equal Opportunity Employer m/f/d/v.

LaSalle Network is the leading provider of direct hire and temporary staffing services. For over two decades, LaSalle has helped organizations hire faster and connect top talent with opportunities, from entry-level positions to the C-suite. With units specializing in Accounting and Finance, Administrative, Marketing, Technology, Supply chain, Healthcare Revenue Cycle, Call Center, Human Resources and Executive Search. LaSalle offers staffing and recruiting solutions to companies of all sizes and across all industries. LaSalle Network is the premier staffing and recruiting firm, earning over 100 culture, revenue and industry-based awards from major publications and having its company experts regularly contribute insights on retention strategies, hiring trends and hiring challenges, and more to national news outlets.

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Posted 2025-12-31

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