Principal Solution Architect
LPL Financial3 months ago
Charlotte, NC, USA +3 moreStaff+
Base Salary
$156k - $260k/yr
Responsibilities
- Architect and evolve the ClientWorks platform and its foundational advisor and client-facing capabilities.
- Lead cross-domain architecture initiatives spanning ClientWorks Essentials, Mobile, Compass, Householding, and Design System modernization.
- Conduct technical deep-dives, whiteboarding sessions, and Candidate Architecture Design reviews.
- Ensure platform architecture meets financial-services security, regulatory, authentication, authorization, and data-protection requirements.
- Optimize cloud and hybrid infrastructure for scalable, resilient, cost-effective delivery, including incident response, adaptive capacity, and API performance.
- Lead integrations and automation connecting ClientWorks with Salesforce, Wealthbox, and other third-party platforms.
- Mentor development teams in modern architecture, DevSecOps, and design-system practices.
- Partner with Product and Operations to define KPIs and measure advisor efficiency, scalability, and client experience outcomes.
Requirements
- At least 5 years of experience in cloud-native architecture, AWS or hybrid on-premises/cloud environments, API design, and data integration.
- At least 10 years of experience with front-end frameworks such as React and Angular, mobile platforms, and design systems.
- At least 5 years of experience designing CI/CD pipelines, containerized solutions, and Infrastructure as Code using tools such as Terraform and GitHub Actions.
- At least 5 years of experience collaborating with Enterprise Architecture, Product, Security Engineering, and Infrastructure and Operations teams.
- Demonstrated ability to promote architecture practices and mentor cross-functional teams.
- At least 2 years of experience leading AI-driven initiatives or deploying AI capabilities in production is preferred.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred, ideally in Computer Science, Information Systems, or Engineering.
- AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional and HashiCorp Certified: Terraform Associate certifications are preferred.
- Strong communication, strategic thinking, client focus, and ability to operate in a fast-paced regulated environment are required.
- Familiarity with regulatory requirements for financial services is preferred.
Benefits
- Hybrid work arrangement.
- 401(k) matching, health benefits, employee stock options, paid time off, and volunteer time off.
- Competitive LPL Total Rewards package and additional benefits discussed with the recruiter.
About LPL Financial
LPL Financial is a public wealth management platform and the largest independent broker-dealer, providing brokerage, custody, clearing, research, and advisor technology to independent financial advisors and financial institutions. Its revenue comes from advisory and brokerage fees, commissions, and clearing and service fees across multiple affiliation models. Founded in 1989 and headquartered in San Diego, it trades on Nasdaq (LPLA) and supports more than 29,000 advisors and roughly 1,100 institutions nationwide.