Software Engineer - Java / API Services

Join the Money Movement API Team as a Software Engineer II and play a pivotal role in shaping M&T Bank's next generation of money movement capabilities. We're embarking on a journey to build out a funds transfer API layer that empowers our customers to seamlessly integrate between disparate systems and payment platforms. Our goal is to deliver APIs that streamline onboarding while maximizing security and reliability. Overview: Provides designs and software solutions that enable the technical direction in the development of new or existing applications to solve basic to complex problems or enhancements. Serves as a principal application designer for major modifications effectively using analytical and technical skills and available technology and tools in the evaluation of client requirements and processes. Provides solutions that are technologically sound. May complete day-to-day support activities and special projects. Often directs and monitors the activities of less experienced personnel. Primary Responsibilities: Complete and oversee basic to complex systems analysis, design and development. Play a key role as an individual contributor on complex projects. Maintain an excellent functional understanding of the supported application(s). Direct and monitor less experienced resources and coordinate development tasks on small to large scope projects. Assist with preparing and managing the technical component of project plans. Participate with other Development, Operations and Technology staff in overall systems development direction from technical analysis to user acceptance testing. Prepare and review test data and execute detailed test plans. Complete any required debugging. Evaluate and understand complex interrelationships and effects among programs, interfacing applications and platforms. Provide highly analytical consulting and leadership in identifying and implementing new uses of information technologies to assist business units in meeting strategic objectives. Prepare thorough, clear technical and functional specifications and update systems documentation. Prepare charts, tables and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems. Review documentation prepared by less experienced staff. Maintain efficient operation and effectiveness of supported applications. Recommend new technology, policies or processes to benefit the organization and improve deficiencies. May lead or participate in technical evaluations of vendor software. Follow and promote use of development standards and procedures. Maintain a good understanding of the business being supported and its functions, processes, operations and strategic direction. Understand and adhere to the Companys risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Companys Risk Appetite. Identify risk-related issues needing escalation to management. Promote an environment that supports diversity and reflects the M&T Bank brand. Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable. Complete other related duties or projects as required, which may include playing a lead role in due diligence, cost/benefit analysis or business study activities. Education and Experience Required: Minimum of an Associates degree and 5 years systems analysis/application development experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 5 years systems analysis/application development experience Experience with RESTful API development using Java 11, Spring Boot, and related utilities (Maven, Swagger). Expertise in highly scalable and performant relational database implementations, ideally SQL Server/T-SQL. Experience with CI/CD Pipelines using GitLab and integration with security and static code scanning utilities. Testing automation experience with JUnit, ReadyAPI, and/or Postman. Experience with SPA development using frameworks such as Angular Capable of working on multiple projects of a complex nature Ability to work in a team environment as well as autonomously Excellent problem-solving skills to assist in issue resolution Strong verbal and written communication skills, with prior experience presenting to the target audience Strong organizational and time management skills Detail-oriented Strong lateral thinking skills Experience coordinating between Applications and business units Experience recommending and implementing systems solutions Experience driving project milestones and delivery dates Education and Experience Preferred: Familiarity with Docker containers and microservices. Experience developing in Azure or AWS is a plus. Solid understanding of the Banks application framework and interfacing/integrated applications. Subject matter expert in financial application concerns and regulations Advanced understanding of applications supported with a sound knowledge of interfacing/integrated applications Action-oriented Pro-active Advanced knowledge and focus of the entire system to work on projects outside of normal business-as-usual (BAU) We support our team members with generous benefits. Competitive compensation Health, welfare, and retirement benefits 401(k) match at 5% Work-life balance and flexible work arrangements Banking Officers start with 25 days PTO plus 12 paid holidays 40 hours paid volunteer hours per year Much more. For details, see: Employee Benefits | M&T Bank (mtb.com) (https://www3.mtb.com/homepage/careers/why-work-at-m-and-t/employee-benefits) M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $93,581.10 - $155,968.51 Annual (USD). The successful candidates particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. Location Buffalo, New York, United States of America M&T Bank Corporation is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, including disabilities and veterans.