Senior Software Engineer- Full-Stack (NC, AZ)- Hybrid

This is a hybrid role, with the expectation that time working will regularly take place inside and outside of a company office. Raleigh, NC, or Phoenix, AZ.

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with strong experience across Java, React, Python, and modern data orchestration tools like Apache Airflow and Apache NiFi. This role will involve building robust backend services, data integration pipelines, and user interfaces that drive real-time and batch data flows across cloud environments and experience in Python as a value-add. This position provides complex technical support to data processing systems through enhancement of related software and processes. Develops software and procedures that improve processing capabilities. Analyzes, codes, tests, and implements in coordination with management, associates, and end users. Serves as production system support by resolving issues and ensuring ongoing functionality. May oversee the work of less experienced analysts or assist in special projects as needed.

You will work across the full stack-from APIs and data ingestion layers to orchestration logic and UI components-helping architect and build scalable, extensible platforms

• Develop scalable backend services using Java (Spring Boot) and Python
• Build and manage orchestration workflows using Apache Airflow and Apache NiFi
• Design and maintain cloud-native data pipelines and services on AWS
• Collaborate with front-end engineers to integrate React-based UIs with backend APIs
• Implement and manage APIs for system integration, automation, and observability
• Contribute to CI/CD pipelines, testing frameworks, and cloud deployment strategies
• Participate in architecture reviews, code reviews, and technical discussions
• Ensure performance, reliability, and security of distributed systems

Bachelor's Degree and 4 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance OR High School Diploma or GED and 8 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance

Preferred:

Technical Expertise:

• Proficiency in Core Java, Java Spring Boot framework and Python for backend development
• Hands-on experience with Apache NiFi and Apache Airflow
• Frontend experience with React and RESTful API integration
• Strong database skills (PostgreSQL, MSSQL, JSONB, data modeling)
• Experience with AWS services (e.g., EC2, S3, Lambda, RDS)
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration (Docker, ECS, EKS, etc.)
• Strong understanding of API development, cloud architecture, and DevOps practices
• Strong knowledge of release and configuration management tools (e.g., Gitlab, Jenkins, Git, Azure DevOps).
• Proficiency in SQL databases and experience with data migration/integration processes.

Problem Solving & Communication:

• Strong analytical skills to identify and resolve issues during the release process.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to collaborate effectively with technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with event-driven systems and messaging tools (Kafka, SQS, etc.)
• Exposure to infrastructure-as-code tools like Terraform or AWS CDK
• Familiarity with monitoring tools (Prometheus, CloudWatch, Grafana)
• Hands-on experience with building data pipelines in Snowflake is a plus.
• Understanding of data governance, security, or lineage tooling is a plus
• Experience in Agile/Scrum methodologies.

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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. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits.