Senior Applications Engineer

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Senior Applications Engineer

Info Technology Full Time Professional College Walk, Honolulu, HI, US

3 days ago Requisition ID: 1217

Salary Range: $72,765.00 To $102,460.00 Annually

The Senior Applications Engineer plays a pivotal role in designing, developing, implementing, and maintaining advanced software solutions tailored for HawaiiUSA FCU. This position requires leading complex software development projects that integrate credit union banking software systems to ensure compliance and operational excellence. The role involves close collaboration with cross-functional teams, including operational and retail, technical and non-technical departments, to align software solutions with business objectives, industry, and regulatory standards. Additionally, the Senior Applications Engineer mentors junior engineers, and coaches colleagues, fostering technical growth and ensuring adherence to best practices throughout the software development life cycle. Ultimately, this role drives innovation and efficiency in digital banking platforms and information systems integration to support the organization's strategic goals.

Minimum Qualifications:

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in software development within academic and/or professional field.
• Proficiency in coding, debugging, and using software audit tools.
• Demonstrated workplace written (correspondence and documentation) and oral communication skills from both spectrums (technical and user-friendly perspective).
• Familiarity with Microsoft SQL Server and advanced database management.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience with digital banking platforms and middleware development (for example: MuleSoft)
• Prior experience mentoring engineering teams and leading cross-functional projects.
• Proven expertise in software development life cycle (SDLC) methodologies and project management.
• 5 years of experience in software development within the finance or banking industry.
• Strong knowledge of banking software systems and regulatory compliance requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Lead the design, development, testing, and implementation of software applications specific to banking and financial services.
• Collaborate with operations and administration to ensure software compliance with industry standards and legal requirements.
• Manage and oversee software development projects, including research, workflow, IT process, and data mapping to optimize system integration.
• Mentor and guide junior engineers in coding, debugging, and best practices to enhance team capabilities and project outcomes.
• Utilize software audit tools and conduct regular reviews to maintain software quality and security.
• Develop middleware solutions to facilitate seamless integration between disparate information systems.
• Coordinate with stakeholders to define technical requirements and make informed technical decisions throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain and enhance technical banking software systems, including Symitar, Microsoft SQL Server and other relevant platforms.

Skills:

The Senior Applications Engineer applies advanced technical knowledge daily to design and develop robust software solutions that meet stringent regulatory and banking standards. Collaboration with operations and administration is essential for aligning software functionalities with compliance requirements and organizational policies. Technical decision-making is critical in selecting appropriate approaches and methodologies throughout the software development life cycle, ensuring project success and system reliability. Mentoring junior engineers enhances team performance and knowledge sharing, while expertise in coding, debugging, and software audit tools guarantees high-quality deliverables. Additionally, skills in workflow, IT process, and data mapping, along with middleware development, enable seamless integration of complex information systems within the digital banking environment.

Minimum Physical & Other Requirements:

• Sitting for extended periods of time
• Dexterity of hands and gingers to operate a computer keyboard, mouse, and to handle other computer components
• Lifting and transporting of moderately heavy objects, such as computers and peripherals
• Ability to handle all confidential matters professionally, maintaining and protecting the members and HawaiiUSA FCU information.
• We'll make reasonable acc