Senior Software Engineer Technical Lead - API, Java, Spring Boot

Buffalo, NY (Hybrid)

Fulltime Only

Job Description:

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of REST APIs for banking services.
• Ensure the security, scalability, and performance of APIs in a cloud-based environment.
• Mentor and guide a team of developers, fostering a collaborative and high-performance environment.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams including product management, architecture, and operations to deliver robust API solutions.
• Take ownership of the end-to-end support process, from monitoring and troubleshooting to incident response and resolution, ensuring minimal downtime and optimal performance.
• Stay current with emerging technologies and industry trends to continuously improve API offerings.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams including developers, DevOps engineers, and security specialists to implement best practices for API management and security.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance the scalability, reliability, and efficiency of our API infrastructure.
• Implement technology consistent with Division standards and long-range plans. Ensure adherence to all Department and Technology standards and procedures, including all documentation requirements.
• Understand and adhere to the Company s risk and regulatory standards, policies and controls in accordance with the Company s Risk Appetite. Design, implement, maintain and enhance internal controls to mitigate risk on an ongoing basis. 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.

Scope of Responsibilities:

The position works under supervision of Technology management. The jobholder is competent to work independently on all high level systems analysis and technical phases of development. The position is capable of managing the activities of others on any scope project and often leads project activities. The jobholder monitors staff performance on assigned projects related to their overall abilities and effectiveness in completing projects within schedules. The position participates in the development of less experienced staff. The position interacts with senior management, other technology personnel, clients and vendors. The jobholder provides backup to higher management as required and may be called upon to serve as a technical representative on committees, ad-hoc projects, etc.

Education and Experience Required:

• A combined minimum of 9 years higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 4 years technology or systems experience and 3 years' leadership experience.
• Capable of working on multiple projects of a complex nature
• Proven track record of leading technical teams in cloud environments
• Proficiency in RESTful API development and support
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, Java, or JavaScript, with experience in scripting and automation.
• Testing automation experience with JUnit, ReadyAPI, and/or Postman.
• Experience with CI/CD Pipelines using GitLab and integration with security and static code scanning utilities.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively interact with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
• Excellent analytical skills and decision-making skills
• Experience encouraging teamwork and serving as role model when leading and directing others.
• Experience driving project milestones in an Agile (Scrum and/or Kanban) environment.

Education and Experience Preferred:

• Bachelor s degree
• Minimum of 10 years technology management or large program leadership experience
• Understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Experience with Docker containers and microservices.
• Experience with Infrastructure As Code (IAC) technologies such as Terraform, Azure Resource Manager or AWS CloudFormation.
• Experience with API Gateways (e.g. WS02, Azure APIM, Amazon API Gateway)
• Cloud certifications are a plus.
• Good understanding of the Bank s application framework
• Aware of the Bank s business plan and strategic objectives with ability to shape direction.