Santander · 1 week ago
Executive Director Technology Applications - Investment Banking
Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry, evolving into a technology-driven organization. The Executive Director Technology Applications, Corporate and Investment Banking, will analyze and propose IT systems and solutions to enhance business value and competitive advantage while managing application development teams and ensuring operational efficiency.
BankingCommercial LendingFinanceFinancial ServicesPersonal Finance
Responsibilities
Provides technical leadership and direction for multiple system design, development and support initiatives
Develops and exercises business plans, policies and procedures and may also be responsible for various projects to improve efficiencies
Manages a specific department, product or process within a specific infrastructure area
Maintains significant industry experience; expected to be subject area expert in multiple or specific skill sets, business areas or products
Contributes to strategic technology planning with business client and senior systems management. Manages systems development and support activities for multiple applications and projects
Maintains day-to-day operational execution, although roles will also include contributing to strategic planning within area of expertise
Responsible for application development, including middleware and legacy / mainframe systems
Works with Business and Leadership counterparts in Product Management, Business and Technical Operations, Systems Engineering, Infrastructure, Networks and Architecture teams
Manages multiple application development teams in the design, development, testing, and support of application software
Works with our existing technology stack (Java, C++, Linux, Unix, Open Source Platforms, and SOA) and recommend new technologies for our next generation solutions
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent field
12+ Years Experience in field or similar industry
12+ Years Visual Basic, Power Builder, SQL, C CORBA, COM, C++, Visual C++, Smalltalk Java, Java Script, HTML, DHTML, Perl / CGI, EJB, XML, ASP, XLS, JSP, JNI, RMI, Cold Fusion, Cobol, Microfocus, Natural, RPG, CICS, DB2, IMS, JCL, and Pascal
12+ Years Working experience with relational databases (Oracle, Sybase, SQL Server, MySQL)
12+ Years Experience in Java enterprise programming and Java frameworks
12+ Years VP/ Director or equivalent level experience
Able to build solid, effective working relationships with others
Able to analyze and resolve complex issues and problems in a sound and timely fashion
Able to assimilate research data from a variety of sources, analyze, and recommend appropriate courses of action to take
Able to coach others in the development of their skills
Able to constructively work under stress and pressure when faced with high workloads and deadlines
Able to design applications using new or existing methodologies
Able to adjust readily to change and adapt as needed
Able to express ideas clearly and convey necessary information
Able to identify areas of risk/concern in area of responsibility
Able to identify needs and opportunities and develop action plans to address
Able to interact effectively with all levels of management
Able to think strategically and tactically
Able to work independently with minimum supervision
Able to prepare/analyze appropriate reports and other business correspondence
Possesses strong organizational and time management skills, driving tasks to completion
Preferred
Master's Degree: Computer Science, Software Engineering or equivalent field
Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education
Experience in Microsoft Office products
Benefits
A fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver.
Benefits are designed to support you, your family and your well-being, now and into the future.
Company
Santander
Banco Santander is a banking firm that specializes in various banking services including retail, commercial, digital, & investment banking.
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Funding
Current Stage
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1987-08-07IPO
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