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Application Engineering Technical Lead - II

Yesterday Charlotte, NC

We are building chat and voice experiences that our clients will love, leveraging GenAI and deterministic dialogs.

Success in this role will involve leaning into ambiguity and cutting-edge architectures , providing hands-on technical leadership for the design and delivery of modern applications, including GenAI-powered solutions.

This role will lead the development of conversational AI experiences using technologies such as: LangGraph and related frameworks for voice and chat, while partnering closely with engineers, product, and stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable, and high-quality solutions.

The Tech Lead will set engineering standards, guide solution architecture in partnership with a fantastic team of architects, mentor developers, and remain actively involved in building and evolving applications that leverage emerging AI capabilities.

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Responsibilities

  • Serve as a technical lead on the team, setting engineering standards and mentoring junior developers.


  • Design, build, and maintain full stack applications, translating complex technical requirements into high quality , scalable solutions.


  • Ensure smooth integration of multiple data sources, APIs, and services to improve system efficiency and user experience.


  • Create and maintain detailed documentation to help cross functional teams understand system architecture, logic flows, and design decisions.


  • Deploy code to development, test, and production environments on schedule; provide follow-up support and complete change control documentation.


  • Ensure proper observability and monitoring practices are implemented; contribute to maintaining the production support playbook.


  • Apply a thorough understanding of software development methodologies, architectural standards, and best practices.


  • Train and mentor experienced developers; assist with resolving escalated technical issues.


  • Communicate effectively across technical and non technical audiences, tailoring the level of detail to the audience's needs.


  • Advocate and implement best practices for application security, data protection, performance, and resilience across the full stack.


  • Participate in special projects and perform other duties as needed.


  • Apply modern AI capabilities-including LLMs, prompt engineering, agentic systems, and AWS AI services (e.g., SageMaker, Bedrock, Arize )-to enhance automation, intelligence, and system performance.


  • Demonstrate a passion for problem-solving and the ability to navigate ambiguity while driving clarity and direction.


  • Leverage a broad understanding of business functions, user needs, and enterprise technologies to guide solution design.

Qualifications & Skills

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in full stack development.


  • Strong experience designing and developing applications across both client side and server side components, using technologies such as TypeScript, JavaScript, Node.js, Python, APIs, and related services.


  • Experience with LangGraph and related frameworks for voice and chat


  • Hands on experience with cloud services (ideally AWS) and distributed application architecture.


  • Experience with modern AI/ML technologies including LLMs, prompt engineering, agentic patterns, and AWS AI services.


  • Proficiency in debugging, performance tuning, and end-to-end solution troubleshooting.


  • Strong understanding of application security, observability, and best practice .

Special Factors

Sponsorship
Vanguard is not offering visa sponsorship for this position.

About Vanguard

At Vanguard, we don't just have a mission-we're on a mission.

To work for the long-term financial wellbeing of our clients. To lead through product and services that transform our clients' lives. To learn and develop our skills as individuals and as a team. From Malvern to Melbourne, our mission drives us forward and inspires us to be our best.

How We Work

Vanguard has implemented a hybrid working model for the majority of our crew members, designed to capture the benefits of enhanced flexibility while enabling in-person learning, collaboration, and connection. We believe our mission-driven and highly collaborative culture is a critical enabler to support long-term client outcomes and enrich the employee experience.

Client-provided location(s): Charlotte, NC
Job ID: Vanguard-174835
Employment Type: FULL_TIME
Posted: 2026-03-05T20:34:13

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • FSA
    • HSA
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • Mental Health Benefits
    • Virtual Fitness Classes
    • Pet Insurance
  • Parental Benefits

    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
    • Adoption Leave
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Company Outings
    • Commuter Benefits Program
    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • On-Site Cafeteria
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Paid Holidays
    • Paid Vacation
    • Volunteer Time Off
    • Leave of Absence
  • Financial and Retirement

    • Relocation Assistance
    • Performance Bonus
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • 401(K)
    • Financial Counseling
    • Profit Sharing
  • Professional Development

    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Internship Program
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Leadership Training Program
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program
    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)

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