Freelance Full Stack Software Engineer Jobs in New Jersey

SVP, Full Stack Software Engineering – Liquidity Financing 

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide. 

Recognized as a top destination for innovators, BNY is where bold ideas meet advanced technology and exceptional talent. Together, we power the future of finance – and this is what #LifeAtBNY is all about. Join us and be part of something extraordinary. 

We’re seeking a future team member for the role of SVP, Full Stack Software Engineering – Liquidity Financing to join our Engineering, Liquidity Financing team. This role is located in Jersey City, NJ.

In this role, you’ll make an impact in the following ways: 

• Provide technical leadership across PRIME and Securities Lending services, with responsibility for multiple mission-critical distributed applications supporting Liquidity Financing. 
• Maintain ownership and oversight of key platforms to preserve system stability, operational resilience, and continuity of delivery during a transition period. 
• Drive full stack software engineering excellence through strong technical architecture, hands-on leadership, and the design, development, and support of scalable distributed systems. 
• Support knowledge transfer and strengthen the long-term sustainability of critical platforms through engineering best practices, documentation, and team collaboration. 
• Advance agile development practices to enable iterative, high-quality delivery aligned with business priorities and platform goals. 
• Promote AI-enabled development capabilities to improve engineering productivity, software quality, and delivery effectiveness. 
• Apply strong Java engineering expertise and working knowledge of the Microsoft technology stack to support platform modernization, integration, and ongoing application support. 

To be successful in this role, we’re seeking the following: 

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related discipline, or equivalent practical experience. 
• 10 plus years of experience in software development required; experience in the securities or financial services industry is a plus.
• Significant experience in software engineering, including full stack development within complex enterprise environments. 
• Strong technical architecture experience, including distributed applications, system integration, scalability, and resilience patterns. 
• Strong Java skills with demonstrated ability to lead the design, development, and support of enterprise applications. 
• Working knowledge of the Microsoft technology stack. 
• Experience working in agile development environments and leading teams through iterative delivery models. 
• Familiarity with AI-enabled development practices and the use of modern engineering tools to improve delivery outcomes. 
• Proven ability to provide technical leadership, maintain continuity across critical platforms, and support knowledge transfer during periods of change. 

At BNY, our culture speaks for itself, check out the latest BNY news at: 

Here’s a few of our recent awards: 

America’s Most Innovative Companies, Fortune, 2025 

World’s Most Admired Companies, Fortune 2025 

“Most Just Companies”, Just Capital and CNBC, 2025 

Our Benefits and Rewards: 

BNY offers highly competitive compensation, benefits, and wellbeing programs rooted in a strong culture of excellence and our pay-for-performance philosophy. We provide access to flexible global resources and tools for your life’s journey. Focus on your health, foster your personal resilience, and reach your financial goals as a valued member of our team, along with generous paid leaves, including paid volunteer time, that can support you and your family through moments that matter. 

BNY is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer - Underrepresented racial and ethnic groups/Females/Individuals with Disabilities/Protected Veterans. 

At BNY, our culture allows us to run our company better and enables employees’ growth and success. As a leading global financial services company at the heart of the global financial system, we influence nearly 20% of the world’s investible assets. Every day, our teams harness cutting-edge AI and breakthrough technologies to collaborate with clients, driving transformative solutions that redefine industries and uplift communities worldwide.