Software Engineering Director I—Java and Cloud

We’re looking for a Software Engineering Director to join the existing leadership team to help lead the Embedded Finance and Payments Engineering team(s). You’ll be responsible for expanding and developing the team. We’re looking for a leader with a strong background in
building scalable API products. You’ll be responsible for providing technology solutions that meet business needs, satisfy risk and operational requirements of the Tech organization.

Identify and resolve complex technical, operational, risk management, and organizational challenges for Commercial API and Payments LOB or several Sub LOBs. You’ll also be leading direct API Integration development and platform integration design, develop, test, debug and implementation aspects for Embedded Finance and Payments systems.

You’ll also be responsible for facilitating cross functional collaboration engagements, integrate business and technology best practices, leverage APIs and Digital emerging technologies and automation to improve business efficiencies, enhance speed-to-market of solution delivery, and support
business and enterprise transformation and optimization.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Following is a summary of the essential functions for this job.  Other duties may be performed, both major and minor, which are not mentioned below.  Specific activities may change from time to time.

SCOPE: The differentiating factor between levels of SWE Director is scope, for example size of budget and headcount, and complexity of business line and related technologies.

1. Direct Core and Google Apigee API engineering and deployment teams in accordance with specified technical requirements, schedules and budgets.
2. Manage design, build, and maintain external / Open Banking APIs for wholesale truist client developers’ systems.
Be actively involved in strategic direction, product decisions, roadmap shaping for an emerging wholesale business.
4. Apply an in-depth understanding of systems engineering and administration and a basic understanding of other IT disciplines in guiding and coaching team members.
5. Adapt plans to meet service and/or operational challenges. Identifies and resolves technical, operational, risk management, and organizational challenges.
6. Maintain appropriate Risk Profile through owning the first line of Risk defense, proactively identifying risks, and implementing the necessary mitigations where warranted. Partner effectively with 2nd line of defense, Auditor, and regulators to ensure Risk is identified and mitigated appropriately.
7. May play lead role or technical consultant role in large or complex projects or initiatives.
8. Has full management responsibilities for teammates: hiring, disciplinary, coaching, terminating, performance reviews. I
n an Agile environment: Act as an Agile champion. Primarily responsible for delivering high quality working software and automating manual/reusable tasks. Leverage engineering practices to deliver business value. Responsible for oversight of software engineering and unit testing and supporting integration and functional testing. Oversee warranty support and knowledge transfer to production support. Ensure developed code is in accordance with the acceptance criteria established by the Product Owner.

SCOPE: The differentiating factor between, and complexity of business line and related technologies

QUALIFICATIONS
Required Qualifications:
The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.  Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1.    Bachelor’s degree and equivalent combination of advanced education and experience, which could include any combination of 8 years of experience in IT software engineering, 5 years’ relevant business experience (i.e. making technical-related decisions on the business side), 5 years’ experience in project management, and at least 2 years of management experience

2.    Broad and in-depth knowledge of technology trends, competitive environment, regulatory requirements and trends, and IT strategies employed to continually meet the demands of clients and regulators
3.    Ability to translate enterprise level strategic planning information into software and data management needs, create business plans, and turn them into effective business solutions
4.    Executive level communications skills, including, strong negotiation/facilitation/presentation skills and experience negotiating with vendors for relevant products and services
5.    Ability to lead projects of significant complexity and risk exposure, particularly with enterprise-wide implications
6.    Ability to exercise judgment in solving technical, operational, and organizational challenges in the context of complex business objectives and priorities
7.    Ability to lead and manage the performance of multiple teams against a set of financial and operational objectives

Preferred Qualifications:

1.Bachelor’s degree and equivalent combination of advanced education and experience, which could include any combination of 8 years of experience in IT software engineering, 5 years’ Open Banking / External API and / or payments business experience (i.e. making technical-related decisions on the business side),5 years’ experience in project management, and at least 2 years of management experience
2. Broad and in-depth knowledge of technology trends, competitive environment, regulatory requirements and trends, and IT strategies employed to continually meet the demands of clients and regulators
3. Ability to translate Wholesale Payment enterprise level strategic planning information into software and data management needs, create business plans, and turn them into effective business solutions
4. Executive level communications skills, including, strong negotiation/facilitation/presentation skills and experience negotiating with vendors for relevant products and services
5. Ability to lead API projects of significant complexity and risk exposure, particularly with enterprise-wide implications
6. Ability to exercise judgment in solving technical, operational, and organizational challenges in the context of complex business objectives and priorities 7. Ability to lead and manage the performance of multiple teams against a set of financial and operational objectives
8. Understanding of one or more API Platforms like Apigee, Mulesoft
9. Full understanding of Agile methodology
10. Experience leading Java, AWS teams in an Agile organization, particularly those practicing DevSecOps
11. Banking or financial services experience
12. Bachelor’s degree and twelve y

OTHER JOB REQUIREMENTS / WORKING CONDITIONS

Visual / Audio / Speaking

Able to access and interpret client information received from the computer and able to hear and speak with individuals in person and on the phone.

Manual Dexterity / Keyboarding

Able to work standard office equipment, including PC keyboard and mouse, copy/fax machines, and printers.

Availability

Able to work all hours scheduled, including overtime as directed by manager/supervisor and required by business need.

Travel

Up to 50%

General Description of Available Benefits for Eligible Employees of Truist Financial Corporation: All regular teammates (not temporary or contingent workers) working 20 hours or more per week are eligible for benefits, though eligibility for specific benefits may be determined by the division of Truist offering the position. Truist offers medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability, accidental death and dismemberment, tax-preferred savings accounts, and a 401k plan to teammates. Teammates also receive no less than 10 days of vacation (prorated based on date of hire and by full-time or part-time status) during their first year of employment, along with 10 sick days (also prorated), and paid holidays. For more details on Truist’s generous benefit plans, please visit our Benefits site. Depending on the position and division, this job may also be eligible for Truist’s defined benefit pension plan, restricted stock units, and/or a deferred compensation plan. As you advance through the hiring process, you will also learn more about the specific benefits available for any non-temporary position for which you apply, based on full-time or part-time status, position, and division of work.

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