Principal Software Engineer - Enterprise Integrations (Remote)

First Citizens Bank • Raleigh, NC

40d • Remote

About The Position

This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. We are seeking a seasoned Principal Software Engineer - Enterprise Integrations with deep expertise in API design/development, Kafka-based event-driven integrations, and microservices architecture. This technical leadership role will focus on designing and implementing scalable enterprise integration solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards and business objectives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree and 10 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance
• OR
• High School Diploma or GED and 14 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance

Nice To Haves

• Lead the technical design and implementation of scalable enterprise integrations - APIs, event-driven microservices messaging and real-time data pipelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define integration strategies/patterns, technical roadmaps, and delivery plans.
• Establish and enforce best practices for API lifecycle management, Kafka topic design, schema evolution, and DevOps automation.
• Expertise in Kafka Connect, Kafka Streams, and Schema Registry.
• Familiarity with API security protocols (OAuth2, JWT, SAML).
• Experience integrating with legacy systems and modernizing monolithic applications.
• Hands-on experience with cloud native architecture.
• Partner with enterprise architects, product owners, and business stakeholders to ensure alignment with strategic goals.
• Manage technical risks, dependencies, and escalations, ensuring proactive communication and resolution.
• Experience with DevOps tools, CI/CD pipelines, and container orchestration (Docker, Kubernetes, Openshift).

Responsibilities

• Software Development Support - Facilitates software development through the creation of software utilities or other means to support effective software development activities/solutions. Evaluates software specifications to determine feasibility of use in particular infrastructures. Analyzes, presents, and implements necessary development and/or infrastructure changes.
• Technical Expert - Maintains a strong knowledge of technology trends and impact on the Bank's infrastructure in order to provide relevant consultative guidance. Trains and mentors others on new technologies.
• Consultation - Provides technical advice and direction to associates, management, and developmental project teams. Utilizes expertise to consult and develop software to solve complex technical problems.
• Business Strategy - Advises on strategies that align developmental projects with long-term business needs and technological direction. Assists management in implementing initiatives or strategies across the division.

Benefits

• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Credit Intermediation and Related Activities
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees