Job Description

Why Great Gray?

At Great Gray Group, we aim to set the standard in the retirement services industry by delivering advanced retirement solutions that combine core fiduciary services with robust investment options, innovative technology, and dedicated client service. Our focus is on making decisions clearer, transitions smoother, and enhancing the client experience. We are committed to continuous improvement and building trust with those we serve.

The Role

Great Gray is seeking a Technical Lead to join our Technology team. As a hands-on leader with experience in developing web applications using compiled languages (e.g., .NET Core, Java), you will guide an agile development team, influence architectural decisions, and promote best practices in software development. Your role is pivotal in driving innovation and delivering impactful features for our retirement platform.

If you believe in DevOps principles, value continuous delivery, and understand that quality is a shared responsibility, you will thrive here. Our team members are expected to own our products fully, embrace efficiency, and pursue continuous improvement. We seek strong team players who collaborate effectively to create excellent software.

This is a great opportunity to grow with Great Gray as we expand and develop cutting-edge solutions for the retirement services industry. Your ability to mentor, solve complex technical challenges, and lead results will enhance your team's effectiveness and influence our technological future.

Location

This position is based in our Boston, MA office. We support a hybrid work model with 4 days onsite and 1 day remote.

Note: Visa sponsorship or transfer is not available. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US without sponsorship.

Responsibilities

• Architect, design, and implement scalable, cost-effective cloud solutions in a microservices environment.
• Lead and mentor engineers, promoting technical excellence through guidance and best practices.
• Champion continuous improvement by optimizing processes, ensuring quality, and enhancing system performance.
• Conduct code reviews to maintain security, maintainability, and performance standards.
• Collaborate with leadership to align technical decisions with business goals and deliver value.
• Maintain and monitor business-critical platforms, troubleshooting proactively to ensure seamless operation.
• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Exhibit our Great Gray values: Growth Mindset, Disciplined Curiosity, Grit, Results Ownership, Collaboration.
• 7+ years of software development experience, with 5+ years in a compiled language (e.g., .NET Core, Java).
• Deep knowledge of RESTful APIs, microservices architecture, and event-driven systems.
• Strong proficiency in SQL Server, PostgreSQL, or MySQL.
• Experience with front-end technologies like Angular, React, or Next.js .

Preferred Qualifications & Experience

• Strong collaboration skills fostering shared learning and innovation.
• Ability to implement best practices, design patterns, and software architecture.
• A growth mindset eager to learn new technologies and adapt to challenges.
• Problem-solving skills and ability to lead technical discussions.
• Passion for best practices, design patterns, and development excellence.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities while maintaining high quality.
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and working in a fast-paced environment.
• Entrepreneurial mindset to bring innovative ideas to the team.
• Hands-on experience with Azure and designing scalable, cost-effective cloud solutions.

Benefits

• Be part of an early-stage, high-growth organization.
• Hybrid work environment.
• Competitive compensation, including 401(k) with match opportunities.
• Lifestyle spending allowance.
• Medical, Dental, Vision insurance.
• Employer-paid life and disability insurance.
• Generous paid time off.

Company Background

Great Gray is a leading provider of trustee and administrative services to CITs, managing over $200 billion in assets across 780+ funds. We work with top firms like BlackRock, PIMCO, and Franklin Templeton, offering innovative retirement solutions.

Owned by Madison Dearborn Partners since April 2023, we are an independent company committed to growth and innovation in the retirement market.

Investor Background

MDP is a Chicago-based private equity firm with over $28 billion raised since 1992, investing across various sectors including financial services, healthcare, and technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Great Gray is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, veteran status, disability, or other factors.

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