2027 Technology Development Program - Software Engineering (Data & API Engineering)

M&T Bank•Buffalo, NY

1d•$30 - $44

About The Position

Participates in M&T Bank’s two-year Technology Development Program, a rotational program designed to develop in-depth technical skills within a specific discipline before completing rotations across multiple Technology departments. The program combines career planning, technical and competency-based training, mentorship, and challenging assessments to develop technical skills, broaden understanding of the Bank’s technology disciplines, and support career growth. In Data & API Engineering, participants join teams that build and modernize APIs, data platforms, and engineering solutions for applications and technology services across the Bank. Participants gain exposure to software engineering technologies and programming languages including Java, Python, SQL, Azure, Snowflake, Databricks, and FastAPI, and support work across API development, data pipelines, cloud engineering, automation, and platform modernization. Work may include AI-enabled and agentic solutions, API gateway and integration capabilities, automated data ingestion and transformation, and engineering tools to improve developer self-service, application resiliency, and technology delivery. Participants receive mentorship from experienced technology staff, complete rotations in multiple technical disciplines, and determine a post-program assignment in a core area based on career path design, performance, assessment, and interest. The role also requires adherence to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, controls, and internal control standards. Work visa sponsorship is not offered. The position is located in Buffalo, New York. The pay range is $29.57–$43.99 per hour; the specific rate depends on the candidate’s location and combination of knowledge, skills, and experience.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or an Information Technology-related field.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0.
Demonstrated experience with an Information Technology discipline, such as Data Networking, Application Development, Platform Operating Systems, Database, Data Analytics, or Information Security.
Understanding of hardware configurations and software concepts in the current environment and future technologies.
Strong interpersonal skills.
Strong written and verbal communication skills.
Proven influencing skills.
Demonstrated teamwork and collaborative focus.
Analytical and troubleshooting skills.
Proficiency with spreadsheet, word processing, database, and presentation software.
Knowledge of Agile Methodologies and Ceremonies.

Nice To Haves

Intermediate to advanced programming skills in one or more pertinent languages.
Minimum cumulative GPA of 3.2.
Experience from technology internships.

Responsibilities

Develop in-depth technical skills in a specific technical discipline with mentorship from experienced technology staff.
Complete rotations in multiple technical disciplines to gain a broader understanding of how they are used at the Bank and work together to deliver solutions and services to internal and external customers.
Determine a post-program assignment in a core area through career path design, performance, assessment, and interest.
Understand and adhere to the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls in accordance with the Company’s Risk Appetite.
Identify risk-related issues that need escalation to management.
Promote an environment that supports belonging and reflects the M&T Bank brand.
Maintain M&T internal control standards, including timely implementation of internal and external audit points and issues raised by external regulators, as applicable.
Complete other related duties as assigned.
Support work across API development, data pipelines, cloud engineering, automation, and platform modernization.
Contribute to AI-enabled and agentic solutions, API gateway and integration capabilities, automated data ingestion and transformation, and engineering tools.