Lead Software Engineer

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.

Duties & Responsibilities:

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

Position Specific Skills:

Advanced experience with Microsoft Team Foundation Server (TFS) or similar code repository system
Advanced experience with ServiceNow or other information technology service ticketing systems
Proven ability to resolve conflicting situations, in order to move process and people forward
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, Microsoft .NET (C#); ASP.NET Cobol; SQL Scripting and Powershell Scripting

Qualifications:

Minimum Required Education and Experience: Bachelor's Degree and 6 years' experience.

OR

High School Diploma or GED/Equivalent and 10 years' experience in Software application development and maintenance.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience in designing, configuring and maintaining Confluent Kafka clusters in a multi-data center and cloud environment
• Hands-on experience in establishing and enforcing best practices for, Kafka topic design, schema evolution, and DevOps automation.
• Experience in Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, and Schema Registry.
• Proficient in Java, Python, or Go
• Experience integrating with legacy systems and modernizing monolithic applications.
• Hands-on experience with cloud native architecture.
• Manage technical risks, dependencies, and escalations, ensuring proactive communication and resolution.
• Experience with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Openshift).

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This job posting is expected to remain active for 45 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants.

If hired in North Carolina, Arizona and Texas, the base pay for this position is generally between $130,109 and $170,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment.

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.