PGIM Technology Opens Hiring for Hybrid Lead Software Engineer in Newark
PGIM Product Technology has opened applications for a Lead Software Engineer based out of its Newark, New Jersey office, offering an annual base salary range between $145,000 and $200,000, according to official job postings.
The position operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring employees to maintain an on-site presence at the Newark facility three days per week while permitting remote work for the remaining schedule based on project demands and personal preferences. Alongside the base compensation, the company structures its total rewards package to include a yearly bonus potential, a 401(k) plan with a company match of up to four percent, a company-funded pension plan, and up to $1,600 in annual wellness reimbursements.
Lead Engineer Focuses on ReactJS and Modern JavaScript
The incoming lead engineer will take ownership of building scalable, reusable user interface components while collaborating across a complex technology stack. The role falls under the Technology – Engineering & Cloud classification and focuses on creating high-performance, intuitive, and modern user interfaces with a primary emphasis on ReactJS front-end development. According to the position details published on jobs.pgim.com, the technical requirements span modern JavaScript and TypeScript patterns, server-side rendering concepts like Next.js and Node.js, and Microsoft Power Pages. Backend integration responsibilities involve .NET services, Python, and both relational and NoSQL databases.
Cloud infrastructure forms a core component of daily operations. Engineers applying for the role are expected to demonstrate familiarity with Microsoft Azure cloud-native application development, including App Services, Azure Functions, Azure SQL, and storage management. Candidates must also be proficient in setting up CI/CD pipelines and DevOps tooling such as GitHub Actions and Azure DevOps to automate builds, testing, and deployments. The engineer will work with DevOps and Infrastructure teams to expand CI/CD pipelines to ensure environment consistency and automated testing.
Leadership and Industry Preferences
Beyond hands-on coding and architecture design, the role demands active team mentorship and cross-functional collaboration. The selected engineer will lead a small technical team, conducting code reviews, providing technical direction, and coaching other developers on testing strategies and React best practices. This includes partnering with delivery professionals, designers, product owners, and technical leads to build digital experiences for complex business needs. Preferred qualifications include prior experience within the financial services sector—specifically in asset management, institutional funds, or mutual funds—as well as cloud-related certifications such as Azure Solutions Architect Expert or Azure Developer Associate.
Prudential Financial notes that the stated salary range may vary based on geographic location, individual candidate experience, and specific skills. The organization also provides educational benefits, an employee stock purchase plan allowing shares to be purchased at an 85 percent discount of the lower of two prices, and extensive work-life resources covering legal, financial, and family care matters.
Candidate Qualifications
Applicants are expected to possess a Master’s or Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a similar technical field. The company seeks candidates who employ a user-centric approach to design, use agile methodologies, and demonstrate an inclusive style of leadership. Requirements include the ability to establish architecture standards for API integration, state management, and UI component design to ensure long-term maintainability.
