First Citizens Bank · 2 weeks ago
Principal Software Engineer - Enterprise Integrations (Remote)
United States
Full-time
Remote
Lead/Staff
$154K/yr - $200K/yr
10+ years expFirst Citizens Bank is seeking a seasoned Principal Software Engineer - Enterprise Integrations with deep expertise in API design/development, Kafka-based event-driven integrations, and microservices architecture. This technical leadership role will focus on designing and implementing scalable enterprise integration solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards and business objectives.
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Responsibilities
Software Development Support - Facilitates software development through the creation of software utilities or other means to support effective software development activities/solutions. Evaluates software specifications to determine feasibility of use in particular infrastructures. Analyzes, presents, and implements necessary development and/or infrastructure changes
Technical Expert - Maintains a strong knowledge of technology trends and impact on the Bank's infrastructure in order to provide relevant consultative guidance. Trains and mentors others on new technologies
Consultation - Provides technical advice and direction to associates, management, and developmental project teams. Utilizes expertise to consult and develop software to solve complex technical problems
Business Strategy - Advises on strategies that align developmental projects with long-term business needs and technological direction. Assists management in implementing initiatives or strategies across the division
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance
OR
High School Diploma or GED and 14 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance
Preferred
Lead the technical design and implementation of scalable enterprise integrations - APIs, event-driven microservices messaging and real-time data pipelines
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define integration strategies/patterns, technical roadmaps, and delivery plans
Establish and enforce best practices for API lifecycle management, Kafka topic design, schema evolution, and DevOps automation
Expertise in Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, and Schema Registry
Familiarity with API security protocols (OAuth2, JWT, SAML)
Experience integrating with legacy systems and modernizing monolithic applications
Hands-on experience with cloud native architecture
Partner with enterprise architects, product owners, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic goals
Manage technical risks, dependencies, and escalations, ensuring proactive communication and resolution
Experience with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Openshift)
Benefits
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.
Company
First Citizens Bank
First Citizens Bank provides banking services, essential business and professional services, wealth management capabilities, and more.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$33M2021-05-07Post Ipo Debt· $10M
2018-08-29Post Ipo Debt· $23M
1986-10-31IPO
Leadership Team
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Craig Nix
Chief Financial Officer
Samantha Bureau - Johnson
SVP & Director, Customer Contact Center
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