2027 Technology Development Program - Software Engineering (Enterprise & Wealth Application Development)

001 Manufacturers and Traders Trust Co; Buffalo (NY); On-site; USD 41,000 - 61,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Retirement plan

Volunteer time off

Job summary

M&T Bank Corporation invites driven graduates to join its Technology Development Program in Buffalo, NY. This 2-year program builds deep skills in a chosen discipline, followed by rotations across technology teams to broaden exposure and growth.

You will collaborate with engineers to learn modern software engineering and cloud practices. The program emphasizes hands-on experience with Java, C#, Angular, .NET, SQL Server, and Azure, with a path to a post-program assignment based on performance

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related IT field is required.
• GPA of at least 3.0 is expected from an accredited program.
• Exposure to IT disciplines such as data networking, development, or security is valued.
• Strong communication and teamwork abilities are essential.
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Mentor with experienced technology staff to develop in-depth technical skills.
• Complete rotations across multiple technical disciplines within the Bank.
• Assist in determining post-program assignment based on performance and interests.
• Adhere to risk, regulatory standards, and internal control policies.
• Identify risk issues and escalate as needed.
• Contribute to a culture of belonging and brand alignment.

Skills

Strong interpersonal

Teamwork

Analytical thinking

Troubleshooting

Communication skills

Spreadsheet proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

GPA 3.0 minimum

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.

Enterprise & Wealth Applications

Join teams developing and modernizing applications that support critical business operations across the Bank. You’ll gain hands-on exposure to modern software engineering technologies and programming languages including Java, C#, Angular, Spring Boot, .NET/.NET Core, SQL Server, and Azure. Participants may support work such as expanding enterprise request management capabilities and modernizing legacy applications using cloud-native development practices. You’ll work alongside experienced engineers to build, enhance, and modernize scalable applications while gaining exposure to full-stack development, cloud technologies, application modernization, and enterprise software engineering practices.

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

Compensation

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $29.57 - $43.99 per hour. The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation. The range listed above encompasses all geographic locations. The pay rate specific to your location will fall within this range and is available from your recruiter.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America

Company Culture

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.

Benefits

• Competitive benefits ranging from medical and retirement to forty hours of paid volunteer time, each year.

Human Capital Report

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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.

Drug-Free Workplace

M&T Bank Corporation has policies and procedures in place to promote a drug free workplace.