2027 Technology Development Program - Software Engineering (Consumer & Marketing Application Development)

M&T Bank Corporation; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and retirement benefits

Volunteer time off (40 hours/year)

Job summary

M&T Bank Corporation offers a Technology Development Program (TDP), a two-year rotational track designed to build in-depth technical skills. Participants engage in rotations across engineering, architecture, data, and cybersecurity, preparing for post-program assignments within core technology areas.

The program emphasizes mentoring, risk/compliance awareness, and collaboration. Eligible candidates hold a Bachelor's in a tech field, with a GPA of 3.0 or higher, and non-visa sponsorship is noted

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology related field
• Minimum GPA of 3.0
• Experience in IT disciplines such as Data Networking, Application Development, Platforms, Database, Data Analytics or Information Security
• Understanding of hardware configurations and software concepts
• Strong communication and teamwork skills
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and ceremonies
• Work Visa Sponsorship not offered for this role

Responsibilities

• Mentor with experienced technology staff to develop in-depth technical skills
• Complete rotations across multiple technical disciplines
• Determine post-program assignment through career path design and performance
• Adhere to risk and regulatory standards
• Identify risk-related issues for escalation
• Promote inclusive work environment and MT Bank brand
• Complete other related duties as assigned

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Spreadsheet/Word processing/Databases/

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or IT

GPA 3.0 or higher

Tools

Agile Methodologies & Ceremonies

Job description

Overview

Participates in the Bank’s Technology Development Program (TDP), a 2-year program, designed to develop in-depth technical skills within a specific discipline, prior to completing a series of rotations within multiple Technology departments to gain a wider understanding of all technical disciplines and continue to grow within the specific discipline.

Consumer & Marketing Application Development: Join teams building and modernizing applications that support Consumer and Business Banking, Marketing, Sales, and Call Center technology. You’ll gain exposure to modern software engineering technologies and programming languages including Java, Spring Boot, .NET, Angular, and Azure, while supporting work across cloud migration, data engineering, and generative AI.

Primary Responsibilities

• Mentor with experienced technology staff to develop in-depth technical skills in a specific technical discipline such as Software Engineering, Engineering, Architecture, Data Engineering or Cybersecurity.
• Complete a series of rotations, over a set timeframe, in multiple technical disciplines beyond original discipline, to gain a broader understanding of them, how they are utilized at the Bank and how they work together to deliver solutions and services to internal and external customers.
• Determine post-program assignment in one of the core areas 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 needing 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 together with any issues raised by external regulators as applicable.
• Complete other related duties as assigned.

Scope of Responsibilities

The Bank’s Technology Development Program is a rotational training program for Bachelor degreed individuals in a technical discipline. The Program is designed with flexibility to shape the jobholder’s career and expand their career objectives. The Program offers a combination of career planning, technical and competency-based training mentorship with challenging assessments designed to accelerate one’s career with the Bank.

Education and Experience Required

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology related field
• Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.0
• Demonstrated experienced 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
• Work Visa Sponsorship not offered for this role

Education and Experience Preferred

• Intermediate to advanced programming skills in one or more pertinent languages
• Minimum Cumulative Grade Point Average (GPA) of 3.2
• Experience from technology internships

Physical Requirements

N/A

Pay Range

The pay range for this position is $29.57 - $43.99 per hour.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America

About M&T Bank

Great companies have an enduring sense of purpose. At M&T, our purpose is a simple one: make a difference in people’s lives and uplift the communities we serve.

M&T Bank Corporation is a financial holding company headquartered in Buffalo, New York. M&T's affiliates offer advice, guidance, expertise and solutions across the entire financial spectrum, combining M&T Bank’s traditional banking services with the wealth management and institutional capabilities offered by Wilmington Trust.

M&T Bank has a network of over 1,000 branches and 2,200 ATMs that span 12 states from Maine to Virginia and Washington, D.C. For more than 165 years, M&T has strived to take an active role in our communities and build long-lasting relationships with our customers.

We are a bank for communities—combining the capabilities of a large bank with the care of a locally focused institution.

As an employer of choice, we are proud to offer competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year.

Our core values – integrity, ownership, collaboration, curiosity, and candor – drive the work we do. We seek to further build upon our record of success by bringing in top talent and fresh skill sets while continuing to support the growth and development of all our team members.

View M&T's Human Capital Report to learn more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

M&T Bank is unwavering when it comes to providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, ethnicity, sex, gender identity, age, disability, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, military status, marital status, sexual orientation, genetic information or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state or local laws.