AssetMark is a leading wealth management platform dedicated to empowering independent financial advisors. AssetMark's mission is to enable financial advisors to make a profound difference in the lives of their clients. Over 10,000 advisors partner with AssetMark for our investment offerings, innovative technology, advanced services, and expertise, which they use to delight their clients and grow their businesses.
We are seeking a Director, Engineering, to lead the design and implementation of critical UI Engineering and UX foundational architecture. This senior role involves owning significant UI Engineering capabilities, driving architectural decisions, and establishing technical standards that enable our entire UI engineering organization. You'll work on transformational platform initiatives while mentoring other engineers and ensuring our technology foundation scales with business growth.
We can consider candidates for this position who are able to accommodate a hybrid work schedule and are close to our Charlotte, NC office.
Thought leadership: Define and execute the technical vision for our UI architecture, championing declarative, configuration-driven approaches that separate presentation logic from backend code.
Software Development: Lead and mentor a team of senior frontend engineers, fostering a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and collaborative problem-solving. Should have hands-on ability to write clean, maintainable code following team standards and best practices, with opportunities to progressively take ownership of feature components. Review code written by other engineers following critical coding, design and security standards
Collaboration: Partner with Product, Design, and Quality Engineering to align platform capabilities and user experience goals
Problem Solving: Apply deep analytical thinking to resolve technical challenges and propose innovative solutions. Provide guidance to Engineers for tools and techniques needed for Problem solving.
Documentation: Help create and maintain clear, comprehensive documentation for code and technical processes that support team knowledge sharing, using GenAI tools and techniques
Continuous Improvement: Actively participate in code reviews, team meetings, and retrospectives to develop professional and technical skills with a focus on advancing to more complex assignments
Architecture & Design:
Design and implement critical UI Components, features and foundational systems
Shape overall application architecture through both written specifications and hands-on code implementation
Build and maintain enhanced UI frameworks that implement AssetMark application specific demands making software development easier for application teams
Drive AssetMark towards target state UI architecture through strategic technical decisions
Author technical design documents for complex platform UI Engineering capabilities
Advanced Application Development:
Create enterprise-scale solutions for Application governance, and service integration
Implement large-scale refactoring initiatives to improve platform code quality and performance
Design and implement standardized patterns for UI/ UX, Backend for Frontend (BFF) service integration and cross-application workflows
Establish and enforce design principles, versioning strategies, and governance models
Technical Leadership & Standards:
Improve platform development practices and processes across multiple teams
Teach other engineers effective platform development and code review techniques
Help establish platform community practices around secure coding, data privacy, and design standards
Balance technical debt with platform evolution while maintaining enterprise reliability
Coordinate platform work across multiple development teams and resolve complex technical dependencies
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
This role requires extensive experience (5+ years) with React, including a deep understanding of component architecture, hooks, and state management. Deep expertise in modern JavaScript/TypeScript ecosystems (React, Vue, Angular, or similar) is a plus.
Experience designing and implementing enterprise-scale platform systems
Proven track record designing and implementing configuration-driven or rules-based UI systems
Experience with JSON Schema, declarative DSLs, or similar specification languages for UI definition
Strong understanding of component architecture, state management, and frontend design patterns
Track record of leading complex technical initiatives and mentoring other engineers
Demonstrated history scaling engineering teams and processes in fast-growing technology companies
Education & Experience:
Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Software Engineering, or related technical field
12+ years of software engineering experience with significant platform engineering focus
Experience with regulated industries, preferably financial services
Lead development of foundational platform capabilities that power the entire AssetMark ecosystem
Drive architectural decisions that shape the future of wealth management technology infrastructure
Work on transformational initiatives in a growth-oriented, private equity-backed environment
Mentor engineering talent and establish technical standards across the organization
Significant impact on technology strategy and platform evolution in the fintech space
AssetMark values diversity of thought and background and is committed to building an inclusive workplace. We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, including those who are traditionally underrepresented in technology.
Compensation: The Base Salary range for this position is between $183,000-$219,000.
This information reflects a base salary range that AssetMark reasonably expects to pay for the position based on a number of factors which may include job-related knowledge, skills, education, experience, and actual work location. This position will also be eligible for additional variable incentive compensation and competitive benefits.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the US to be considered. We are unable to provide visa sponsorship for this position.
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Who We Are & What We Offer:
We are AssetMark, a company on the move, shaping the future of financial services. Growth is in our DNA. Every day, we combine technology, insight, and collaboration to create new possibilities for advisors, for our people and for our investors. At AssetMark your ideas matter; they’re heard, valued, and drive meaningful change. Join a team that sets new standards and creates space for you to thrive and do your best work.
Our Mission
Our mission is simple: to help our 10,500+ financial advisors make a meaningful difference in their clients’ lives. We do this by combining powerful technology, holistic support, and expert consulting to help advisors run stronger, more efficient businesses. Backed by a comprehensive suite of investment solutions and a trust company that boasts of $150B+ AUM, our platform empowers advisors to deliver exceptional service and an outstanding client experience.
Our Values
Heart. Client Success. Integrity. Respect. Excellence. Our values are how we show up every day.
We believe in:
Leading with Heart, in truly making a difference in the lives of others: teammates, clients, investors and communities.
Obsessing over Client Success, bringing a relentless focus on what matters to clients that sets us apart and creates loyal, lasting relationships.
Unyielding Integrity, doing what’s right, always. Even when it’s hard.
Collective Respect, in being authentic, inclusive and valuing all voices while winning together.
Operating with Excellence, in learning fast, continuously improving, innovating and collaborating to find new and better solutions.
These values shape our culture, guide our decisions, and define what it means to be part of the AssetMark family.
Our Culture & Benefits
Our culture brings our mission and values to life. Here, we do what’s right, embrace diverse ideas, and innovate together. We also offer a wide range of benefits to support you and your family—because thriving at work starts with thriving in life.
Flex Time or Paid Time Off and Sick Time Off
401K – 6% Employer Match
Medical, Dental, Vision – HDHP or PPO
HSA – Employer contribution (HDHP only)
Volunteer Time Off
Career Development / Recognition
Fitness Reimbursement
Hybrid Work Schedule
As an Equal Opportunity Employer, AssetMark is committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued.