Technology Leadership Program (TLP) – Application Development

Job Description

Technology Leadership Program – Application Development (PA) | Archer

The Tone:
This is a full-time, early career rotational program for graduating students at Vanguard, located in Malvern, PA. Vanguard is an investment management company that uses technology as the enabling force for its client experience, investment products, and advice. This role is crucial for developing the next generation of IT leaders who can drive innovation and deliver meaningful outcomes, designing and building technology solutions that enhance the business and improve results for millions of investors.

The TL;DR
• Role: Early Career
• Type: Full-time
• Location: Hybrid – Malvern, PA
• Mission: To design and build technology solutions that power Vanguard’s business and improve outcomes for millions of investors worldwide.
• Tech Stack: Cloud, APIs, full-stack development, Java, Python, JavaScript

What You’ll Actually Do
• Application Development: Design, build, and enhance applications that support Vanguard’s internal systems and client-facing platforms.
• Solution Engineering: Develop scalable solutions using modern technologies, including cloud, APIs, and full-stack development.
• Project Ownership: Take ownership of projects and contribute to delivering high-impact outcomes for the business.
• Team Collaboration: Collaborate with cross-functional teams including engineers, product teams, and business partners.
• Agile Delivery: Apply Agile methodologies to deliver solutions in a fast-paced, iterative environment.
• Innovation Initiatives: Participate in technical capstones, hackathons, and innovation-focused initiatives.

The Must-Haves
• Background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree with a concentration in computer science, computer engineering, IST, IT, CIS, or a related technical/engineering subject matter. This is an early career role for graduating students.
• Experience: Familiarity with one or more programming languages (e.g., Java, Python, JavaScript). Students graduating in December 2026 or Spring 2027 are encouraged to apply.
• Skills: Strong interest in application development, including web, mobile, or backend systems. Demonstrated leadership skills and/or leadership aspirations, strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively in a team-oriented environment.
• Bonus: Experience with coding languages is preferred. A cumulative GPA of 3.2 or higher is preferred.