Software Engineer | S2 | Corporate CIO

Santander USA; Milton Keynes; Hybrid; GBP 45,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Software Engineer to join their Corporate CIO team. In this role, you will leverage your expertise in Java and Angular to develop and maintain innovative applications that enhance customer experiences. Collaborating within a motivated team, you will manage the entire software lifecycle, from design to deployment, ensuring high-quality solutions that meet business needs. With a hybrid working model and a commitment to employee well-being, this opportunity offers a dynamic environment where your contributions will make a significant impact. Join us to help shape the future of banking technology!

Benefits

Annual cash allowance

Performance-related bonus

Pension contributions

27 days holiday

Digital health services

Death-in-service benefit

Employee discount platform

Voluntary healthcare benefits

Share plans

Charitable giving support

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in software engineering methodologies and processes.
• Proficiency in Java and JavaScript for application development.

Responsibilities

• Provide technical analysis and coding skills in Java and Angular.
• Manage software design and development up to customer release.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

Angular

SQL

Git

Microservices

APIs

Education

Degree in Computer Science

Professional Certifications

Tools

Finacle e-banking suite

Azure

Windows Server

Linux

Job description

Software Engineer | S2 | Corporate CIO

Country: United Kingdom

Interested in part-time, job-share or flexible working ? We want to talk to you!

Join our community.

An exciting opportunity has been created for a Software Engineer within the Corporate Chief Information Office (CIO) function.

As part of Corporate Digital Channels, we are responsible for a variety of customer facing applications supporting our Corporate & Commercial customers. Our team create and maintain applications for the bank in various technologies using online applications (APIs, Microservices).

We are a highly motivated team with big goals, so we are looking for an individual who is truly passionate about their work and possesses the enthusiasm and aim to make big things happen.

The difference you’ll make:

• Providing technical analysis and coding skills in Java (Springboot) and Angular for all aspects of business change and on-going projects
• Managing end-to-end from software design and development up to release to the customers, including deployments
• Being involved in the design discussions in order to ensure the most appropriate solution and gain functional knowledge and experience in the Corporate domain
• Understanding the wider stack of technologies used and help support developing software solutions adhering to the SDLC process
• Liaising with Product Owners and Corporate Management teams within International & Transaction Banking business

What you’ll bring:

These are the essential requirements you need to be successful in this role:

• Extensive experience of software engineering methodologies and processes
• Proficiency in one of more programming languages such asJava, JavaScript (NodeJs, PolymerJs – particularly Finacle OB component, Angular)
• Experience/knowledge with vendor-specific software – Finacle e-banking suite 11.x including DEH and FEBA batch, Finacle Core banking 11.x basics
• Familiarity with database systems, and SQL for data storage, retrieval, and manipulation
• Proficiency in using version control systems like Git for collaborative development and code management, and operating systems such as Azure, Windows Server platforms, RESTful APIs, or Linux
• Experience of participating in planning for development sprints and releases

It would also be nice for you to have:

• Degree in Computer Science or related field is desirable; or equivalent relevant work experience supported by professional certifications/licences
• Proven experience in supervising the full spectrum of delivery activities on multiple development projects
• Knowledge on the use of fact-finding techniques and diagnostic tools to identify problems
• Experience with setup and monitoring batch solutions

What else you need to know:

This permanent role is based in Unity Place – Milton Keynes.

We want our people to thrive at work and home, and also be able to deliver the best outcomes for our customers and to help each other develop. To support this, we offer site-based contracts with a hybrid working pattern and our expected level of attendance in an office is at least 12 days per month (pro-rata for part-time roles).

If you apply for this role in this location, it’s important you consider your travelling distance, time and cost from your home to the office location.

We’re happy to discuss specific working patterns and arrangement within this hybrid approach during the recruitment process.

If you’re interested in this role but with part time hours or a job-share we would still love to hear from you and discuss these.

Application process

If your application is successful a member of our recruitment team will be in touch. We will arrange a short call with you to learn more about you and what you are looking for from your next career move, as well as answer any questions you have about working in the Santander tech team. If both sides agree we will send your CV to the hiring manager to review. For this position, the interview process will be :–

1st Stage – Technical Interview – this will a 30min technical interview with one of the team

2nd Stage – A one-hour formal interview where we will ask both technical and competency-based questions. This can be done virtually or face to face depending on your situation.

If there’s anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best, please let us know.

Inclusion

At Santander we’re creating a thriving workplace where all colleagues feel they belong and are supported to succeed. We all help to make Santander a workplace that celebrates diversity and attracts, retains and develops the most talented and committed people through living our values of Simple, Personal, and Fair.

How we’ll reward you.

As well asasalary, we offer a wide range of benefits that you can choose from and tailor to your needs.

• £500annual cash allowance to spend on our great range of benefits.
• Eligible for a discretionary performance-related annual bonus.
• We put 8% of salary into your pension, even if you don’t contribute yourself. We’ll pay in up to 12.5% of salary, if you contribute as well, and you can take some of our contribution in cash if you prefer.
• 27 days’ holiday plus bank holidays, which increases to 28 days after 5yrs service, with the option to purchase up to 5 contractual days per year.
• Free access to a range of digital health services, including GP.
• Protection for you and your family, with company-funded death-in-service benefit and income protection insurance, and the option to take advantage of discounted rates for additional life assurance and critical illness cover.
• 24/7 access to an online employee discount platformincluding retailers, entertainment, eating out, travel and more.
• Voluntary healthcare benefits at discounted rates.Including:medical insurance, dental insurance, and health assessments.
• Share in Santander’s success by saving or investing inour shareplans.
• Support your favourite causes through charitable giving and our community partnerships.
• As a Santander UK employee, you are able to request staff versions of our products like our Edge Current Accounts and Credit Cards with no fees, as well as apply to many other deals and discounts in Santander products and services.

Learn more about our benefits and family friendly policies

What to do next:-

If this sounds like a role you’re interested in, then please apply.

If there’s anything we can do in the recruitment process to help you achieve your best, get in touch. Whether it’s a copy of our application form in another format or additional assistance, we’re available through telephone, email, or face to face. You can contact us at [e-mail] or call 0870 414 9080.