Senior Software Engineer - Developer Services

Location: Maryland, US

Requisition Number: 79631

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Role Summary

We are seeking an experienced Senior Software Engineer to join our Developer Services team, supporting T. Rowe Price's generative AI initiatives and foundational development capabilities. In this role, you'll design, implement, and support the critical tools and infrastructure that enable our company's development of innovative generative AI-based systems. Working primarily in AWS, you'll architect internal systems, services, and automation while contributing your expertise to drive technical excellence across our generative AI engineering efforts, while supporting developer operations.

Responsibilities

Design and architect internal tools, services, and automation solutions using Python to support enterprise-scale generative AI capabilities
Architect and implement cloud infrastructure using Terraform, establishing Infrastructure as Code best practices, reusable modules, and governance patterns
Design and develop sophisticated microservices using Python and Java within complex distributed, event-driven architectures
Architect scalable solutions leveraging AWS services including IAM, Lambda, ECS/Fargate, S3, and DynamoDB with a focus on reliability and performance
Design REST APIs and event-driven integrations, establishing patterns and standards for platform services
Architect containerized applications using Docker and implement robust CI/CD pipeline practices
Design and maintain internal frameworks, SDKs, and tooling that enable development teams across the organization
Establish comprehensive logging, monitoring, and observability strategies to ensure platform reliability and performance
Drive code quality through architectural review and establishing testing strategies
Design configuration-driven systems using JSON/YAML schemas and validation frameworks
Troubleshoot complex distributed systems issues and provide technical expertise
Collaborate with stakeholders to define integration strategies with enterprise systems
Stay current with emerging agent frameworks, LLM technologies, and automation patterns, evaluating their applicability to platform needs
Share knowledge and provide guidance to team members

Qualifications
Required:

Bachelor’s degree or the equivalent combination of education and relevant experience AND 5+ years of total relevant work experience
Solid working knowledge of Java or Python for service integrations and microservices development
Hands-on experience with AWS services (IAM, Lambda, ECS/Fargate, S3, DynamoDB) and cloud architecture patterns
Proven experience designing and implementing microservices architecture, REST APIs, and event-driven systems
Strong experience with Git workflows, branch strategies, and designing CI/CD pipelines
Expertise in Docker and containerized development workflows
Deep understanding of OAuth2, OIDC, JWT, and enterprise identity systems such as ADFS
Demonstrated ability to design and implement authentication/authorization workflows including token validation and identity federation
Strong problem-solving and debugging skills in complex distributed systems environments
Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to diverse audiences
Track record of building internal developer platforms, frameworks, or enablement tools

Preferred:

Experience with emerging LLM frameworks, agent-based systems, or AI/ML platform engineering
Experience with Terraform including module development, IaC patterns, and cloud provisioning strategies
Strong proficiency in Python for building enterprise-scale services, tools, and automation
Design authentication and authorization solutions using OAuth2, OIDC, JWT, and enterprise identity systems (ADFS), including token validation and identity federation
Background in platform engineering or developer enablement roles
Experience establishing observability practices and implementing monitoring solutions at scale
Knowledge of security best practices for cloud-native applications and AI systems
Experience with multiple cloud providers or hybrid cloud architectures
Contributions to open-source projects or internal tooling communities
Experience collaborating on technical initiatives and sharing expertise with team members

FINRA Requirements

FINRA licenses are not required and will not be supported for this role

Work Flexibility

This role is eligible for hybrid work, with up to three days per week from home

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CountryEEOText_Description: Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion: We strive for equity, equality, and opportunity for all associates. When we embrace the power of diversity and create an environment where people can bring their authentic and best selves to work, our firm is stronger, and we create greater value for our clients. Our commitment and inclusive programming aim to lift the experience for each associate and builds allies for our global associate community. We know that a sense of belonging is key not only to your success at the firm, but also to your ability to bring your best each day. Benefits: We invest in our people through a wide range of programs and benefits, including: • Competitive pay and bonuses as well as a generous retirement plan and employee stock purchase plan with matching contributions • Flexible and remote work opportunities • Health care benefits (medical, dental, vision) • Tuition assistance • Wellness programs (fitness reimbursement, Employee Assistance Program) Our policies may change as our working lives evolve. Yet, our commitment to supporting our associates’ well-being and addressing the needs of our clients, business, and communities is unwavering. T. Rowe Price is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity of thought, gender, and race. We believe our continued success depends upon the equal treatment of all associates and applicants for employment without discrimination on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, gender, age, mental or physical disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship status, military or veteran status, pregnancy, or any other classification protected by country, federal, state, or local law.