Overview

Who we are

Toyota does not offer support or sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas or any other work authorization for this role now or in the future. You must have the right to work in the United States and not require Toyota support or sponsorship for immigration-related employment (e.g., H-1B, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, TN, F-1 OPT, F-1 STEM OPT, F-1 CPT, ‘job flexibility benefits’ [also known as I-140 or Adjustment of Status portability], etc.) now or in the future. You should not apply for this role if you will require Toyota to assist with immigration support or sponsorship now or in the future.

This position is based in Plano, TX.

Who we’re looking for

Toyota Financial Services (TFS) is looking for a passionate and highly motivated Tax Software Engineering Lead. The primary responsibility of this role is to serve as a strategic and hands-on leader, managing a portfolio of critical tax-related applications that support business operations and compliance. You will help shape the future of our tax technology landscape, ensuring our systems are scalable, reliable, and innovative. Reporting to the D&T’s Finance Solutions National Manager, this role supports the department’s objective to deliver high-quality data solutions and services that empower the TFS enterprise and its global affiliates.

What you’ll be doing

In this role, you’ll be the bridge between complex tax requirements and modern technology, helping ensure systems stay stable while driving meaningful improvements. Success means optimizing the tax application portfolio, building strong cross-functional partnerships, and delivering solutions that reduce manual effort and improve data accuracy.

• Lead the management of both internally developed and commercial tax applications, ensuring they meet business needs, compliance standards, and security requirements.

• Drive continuous improvement efforts that reduce manual work, expand automation, and introduce AI/ML capabilities, including LLMs, into workflows.

• Support operational excellence across the full application lifecycle, including runbooks, disaster recovery, business continuity planning, and performance monitoring.

• Partner with AMS teams on post-production support and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tax technology initiatives successfully.

• Solve complex issues across application enhancements, batch processes, data feeds, and system integrations.

• Own and support key systems such as Tax Credit Management Systems, Vertex, VantagePoint, Collection Tax management Systems, Premium Pro  and related tax platforms, helping ensure they remain robust and compliant.

What you bring

• A bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Finance, or a related field that provides a strong technical or analytical foundation.

• 10+ years of experience in application management, ideally in tax or financial services environments.

• Hands-on experience with Java, Angular, SQL, and MuleSoft/API Gateway platforms.

• Experience leading application development and support teams, with strong communication skills for both technical and business audiences.

• Familiarity with cloud environments, mainframe systems, integration technologies, and information security and data privacy frameworks.

• The ability to adapt existing frameworks to meet business needs while maintaining momentum and resolving technical challenges.

Added bonus if you have 

• A master’s degree in Information Technology or a related field that deepens your technical expertise.

• Experience in Financial Services, Banking, or FinTech environments.

• Exposure to AI/ML platforms for data enrichment, Salesforce tax calculation integrations, or web authentication products such as SailPoint, Centrify, CyberArk, or Okta.

• Experience working with vendors such as PwC, Ernst & Young, and Vertex, along with knowledge of SOX and non-SOX controls.

• Direct experience with tax credit management, sales tax, and income tax processes.

What we’ll bring 
During your interview process, our team can fill you in on all the details of our industry-leading benefits and career 
development opportunities. A few highlights include: 

• A work environment built on teamwork, flexibility, and respect

• Professional growth and development programs to help advance your career, as well as tuition reimbursement

• Team Member Vehicle Purchase Discount

• Toyota Team Member Lease Vehicle Program (if applicable)

• Comprehensive health care and wellness plans for your entire family

• Toyota 401(k) Savings Plan featuring a company match, as well as an annual retirement contribution from Toyota regardless of whether you contribute (if applicable)

• Paid holidays and paid time off

• Referral services related to prenatal services, adoption, childcare, schools and more

• Tax Advantaged Accounts (Health Savings Account, Health Care FSA, Dependent Care FSA)

• Relocation assistance (if applicable)

Belonging at Toyota

Our success begins and ends with our people. We embrace all perspectives and value unique human experiences. Respect for all is our North Star.

Applicants for our positions are considered without regard to race, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, religion, military or veteran status, or any other characteristics protected by law.

Have a question, need assistance with your application or do you require any special accommodations? Please send an email to [email protected].