Lead Software Engineer (JAVA)

This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following locations: AZ, NC

This position is responsible for all phases of data processing system projects, from requirements definition to installation. Leads technical efforts in the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex systems. Develops test plans, software, and procedures that improve processing capabilities. Supports productions systems by resolving complicated issues and ensuring ongoing functionality. Serves as a technical expert and may provide a leadership role for less experienced associates in the work group.

• System Enhancement - Leads team efforts to evaluate and improve department systems, processes, and applications. Utilizes programming specifications to construct modules, develop testing methods, and assists with designing training materials. Designs and executes test plans to validate application functions. Designs modifications that fit within existing system architecture.
• Business Support - Provides technical support to production systems by addressing complex issues, anticipating maintenance requirements, and ensuring functionality for end user needs. Develops technical solutions to unique system problems. Leads major projects, delegates tasks, and ensures quality results.
• Technical Expertise - Utilizes expertise to mentor and train associates within the work group. Participates in special projects and meetings as needed to convey critical technical insight. Serves as a technical resource for management, associates, and business units.
• Data Analysis - Collects data related to user requests and determines scope, time estimates, and system impacts. Inspects business specifications, programming specifications, coding, test plans, documentation, and implementation plans for accuracy.
• Provides 24/7 on call rotations

Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance

Preferred Education: Bachelor Degree

Preferred Area of Study: Computer Science

Preferred Area of Experience:

• Analytical mindset and good problem-solving skills
• Object Oriented analysis and design using common design and architectural patterns
• Working knowledge with WebLogic Application container
• Hands on experience in designing and developing applications using Java EE platforms.
• Develop a 3-tier architecture to solve client requirements and provide separation of database, business and client logic
• Experience in developing web applications using at least one popular web framework (JSF, GWT, Spring MVC)
• Experience working with credit scoring applications and consuming credit bureau APIs such as Experian, DnB
• Familiarity with Credit Scoring models such as SAS
• Advanced experience with code versioning tools, such as Git, Azure DevOps
• Advanced experience with ServiceNow or other information technology service ticketing systems
• Proven ability to resolve conflicting situations, Ability to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on a rotating basis
• In depth knowledge and experience with System Life Cycle Development methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile
• Experience with programming languages such as Java, build tools such as Ant, Maven, Gradle, SQL Scripting, T-Sql, Linked servers, SOAP, REST Web services and Powershell Scripting, SQL Server Reporting Services, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS)

Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.