.Net Senior Software Engineer

This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following location: NC, FL, AZ, GA, TX, VA, SC, WV, PA

This position is responsible for all phases of data processing system projects, from requirements definition to installation. Leads technical efforts in the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex systems. Develops test plans, software, and procedures that improve processing capabilities. Supports productions systems by resolving complicated issues and ensuring ongoing functionality. Serves as a technical expert and may provide a leadership role for less experienced associates in the work group.

• Use Microsoft technologies: C#, ASP.NET, SQL, MVC, technical solutions to complex problems across the business
• Proven use of ORM technology e.g. Entity Framework
• Design, code, test, debug and document software according to the functional requirements
• Develop, maintain and support critical business systems, both internal and external customer facing
• Help define project plans requiring software development and hardware installations
• Provide technical and project management expertise across multiple areas of application development
• Follow all department standards and methodologies
• Interact and communicate effectively with all levels of staff, senior management and customers
• Ability to effectively lead a small team of software engineers
• Identify options for potential solutions and assess them for technical and business suitability
• Work closely with developers and a variety of end users to ensure technical compatibility and user satisfaction
• Oversee the implementation of a new system
• Write user manuals
• Keep abreast of technical and industry developments
• System Enhancement - Leads team efforts to evaluate and improve department systems, processes, and applications. Utilizes programming specifications to construct modules, develop testing methods, and assists with designing training materials. Designs and executes test plans to validate application functions. Designs modifications that fit within existing system architecture.
• Business Support - Provides technical support to production systems by addressing complex issues, anticipating maintenance requirements, and ensuring functionality for end user needs. Develops technical solutions to unique system problems. Leads major projects, delegates tasks, and ensures quality results.
• Technical Expertise - Utilizes expertise to mentor and train associates within the work group. Participates in special projects and meetings as needed to convey critical technical insight. Serves as a technical resource for management, associates, and business units.
• Data Analysis - Collects data related to user requests and determines scope, time estimates, and system impacts. Inspects business specifications, programming specifications, coding, test plans, documentation, and implementation plans for accuracy.
• Provides 24/7 on call rotations

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 Education: Bachelor Degree

Preferred Area of Study: Computer Science

Preferred Area of Experience: C#; ASP.NET; SQL, MVC

Preferred skills:

• Hands-on work experience within the latest .NET Framework technology
• Experience using ASP.NET MVC for developing web applications
• A good understanding of T-SQL, MS SQL Server
• A solid understanding of OOP principles
• A good understanding of N-tier and N-layered architecture
• Experience working effectively as part of a team, as well as on your own
• Good written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
• A flexible approach and ability to adapt

Additional Skills and Qualifications:

• Domain Driven Design (DDD) and Test Driven Development (TDD)
• Experience of working to and applying agile methodologies
• SOLID design principles
• Design patterns experience
• Experience of liaising extensively with external or internal customers
• Experience with front-end technologies and platforms (e.g. HTML, CSS, Angular, bootstrap, other JS libraries)

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.