This role pays less than
75%
of similar roles. Most pay
$168,337–$227,113
— the shaded band above.
At the midpoint, this role pays about
$169k
versus about
$198k
for comparable roles.
Based on 240 similar postings.
Employer
About State Street
State Street Corporation is one of the world''s largest custodian banks and asset managers, providing investment servicing, investment management, and investment research to institutional investors. Industry: Financial Services & Asset Custody
State Street currently has
124 open roles
on FindRole.
Listed pay typically runs
$120,000–$180,000
across 123 roles with salary data.
The Software Engineering Manager role at a leading financial services firm involves leading engineering teams responsible for the design and delivery of core custody and securities processing platforms. This position requires driving end-to-end development cycles from solution design to production release, ensuring quality and compliance in a complex, regulated environment. Key responsibilities include technical oversight, Agile practice embedding, risk management, and fostering a culture of excellence among software engineers. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience with mainframe technologies (z/OS, COBOL) and distributed systems (Java, Linux), as well as expertise in database design and cloud-based data platforms. They must also excel in leadership, communication, and strategic execution while balancing technical depth and people management skills. This role demands a deep understanding of custody platforms and securities processing, with a focus on modernization initiatives and hybrid architecture environments.