Head of Technology – Wealth Services, Managing Director

State Street

Leading the technology strategy and architecture for Wealth Custody & Clearing at State Street. Ensuring scalable, secure solutions for client onboarding and processing in a high-performing global team.

Posted 6/26/2026full-timeAustin • New Jersey, Texas • 🇺🇸 United StatesLead💰 $170,000 - $282,500 per yearWebsite

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

Cloud

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

define and execute the Wealth Services technology strategy aligned with business and enterprise objectives
lead the architecture and development of a scalable, cloud-native platform supporting account opening, trading, clearing, settlement, custody, and reporting
drive API-first and event-driven architectures to enable seamless integration and real-time processing
modernize core platform capabilities, including transaction processing, portfolio accounting, compliance, and digital client platforms
ensure compliance with regulatory requirements, including SEC, FINRA, AML, KYC, and OFAC standards
advance the use of AI, automation, and analytics to improve operational efficiency, risk oversight, and client experience
lead integrations with third-party clearing and custody providers, including Apex
partner with Product, Operations, Risk, and external vendors to deliver enterprise-wide solutions
manage technology investments, vendor relationships, and cost optimization initiatives

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field; advanced degree preferred
15+ years of technology leadership experience in wealth management, custody, clearing, brokerage, or financial services platforms
proven ability to build and lead high-performing global technology teams
deep expertise in wealth management, custody, clearing, brokerage, or related financial services platforms
strong knowledge of regulatory, compliance, and risk management requirements
experience leading large-scale platform modernization and cloud transformation programs
ability to influence senior stakeholders and align technology investments with business outcomes

Benefits

Comp & perks

retirement savings plan (401K) with company match
insurance coverage including basic life, medical, dental, vision, long-term disability, and other optional additional coverages
paid-time off including vacation, sick leave, short term disability, and family care responsibilities
access to our Employee Assistance Program
incentive compensation including eligibility for annual performance-based awards

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Hard Skills & Tools

cloud-native developmentAPI-first architectureevent-driven architecturetransaction processingportfolio accountingcompliancedigital client platformsAIautomationanalytics

Soft Skills

leadershipteam buildinginfluencingstakeholder alignmentoperational efficiencyrisk oversightclient experiencevendor relationship managementcost optimizationcross-functional collaboration

Certifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer ScienceBachelor's degree in Engineeringadvanced degree in related field