Application Engineer
Location: Oxford Street, Manchester
Role Type: Permanent
Work Setup: Hybrid - 3 days in the office (Tuesday to Thursday)
Who We Are
Vanguard is one of the world's leading investment firms, dedicated to helping clients achieve lasting financial success. Established in 1975, its unique ownership structure-where funds own the company and investors own the funds-ensures all efforts are focused on client outcomes. Known for integrity, innovation, and low-cost investing, fosters an inclusive and collaborative culture that empowers employees to make a meaningful impact globally.
What You'll Do
1. Lead senior-level systems analysis, design, development and implementation of applications and databases, including integration of third-party products.
2. Translate technical specifications into efficient, well-tested code for complex new builds and enhancements, producing programmes, reports and test artefacts.
3. Promote automation-friendly development practices by designing and implementing tests that support continuous integration and delivery.
4. Deploy code across development, test and production environments on schedule, provide production follow-up support, and manage change-control documentation.
5. Apply and advocate development methodology and architecture standards; mentor less-experienced colleagues and resolve escalated te...