2027 Technology Development Program - Software Engineering (Data Engineering)

Manufacturers and Traders Trust • Buffalo, NY

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About The Position

The Technology Development Program (TDP) is a two-year rotational program for individuals with a bachelor’s degree in a technical discipline. Participants develop in-depth skills within a specific discipline, then complete rotations across multiple Technology departments to gain broader technical understanding and continue growing in their chosen discipline. The program combines career planning, technical and competency-based training, mentorship, and challenging assessments. Post-program assignment in a core area is determined through career-path design, performance, assessment, and interest.

In Data Engineering, the team develops and modernizes enterprise data solutions as the organization transitions from legacy Microsoft SQL platforms to Databricks in the cloud. The role provides exposure to SQL, Python, PowerShell, SQL Server, and Databricks, and supports database development, ETL pipelines, data management, cloud migration, and enterprise data initiatives.

The employee is expected to follow the Company’s risk and regulatory standards, policies, and controls; identify risk-related issues requiring escalation; support an environment of belonging that reflects the M&T Bank brand; and maintain internal control standards, including timely implementation of applicable audit points and issues raised by external regulators. Other related duties may be assigned.

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 discipline while mentored by experienced technology staff.
• Complete rotations across multiple technical disciplines to learn 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 Company 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 applicable issues raised by external regulators.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.
• Support data engineering work across database development, ETL pipelines, data management, cloud migration, and enterprise data initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level