Engineering Manager

Zionsbancorp; United States; On-site; USD 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Plan

Paid Time Off

Tuition Reimbursement

Parental Leave

Mental Health Benefits

Job summary

Zions Bancorporation’s Enterprise Technology and Operations (ETO) team is transforming what it means to work for a financial institution. We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to lead and mentor the engineering team, overseeing design, development, and implementation of critical initiatives.

You will balance leadership with hands-on contributions, manage SDLC activities and budgets, ensure safety and compliance, and partner with business leaders to deliver strategic plans.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of engineering leadership experience.
• Proven ability to build and scale an engineering culture.
• Experience in banking domain is a strong plus.
• Hands-on with Automation and AI to improve processes.
• Strong understanding of the DevOps lifecycle and CI/CD pipelines.

Responsibilities

• Lead and mentor the engineering team, cultivating a collaborative culture.
• Translate business needs into technical execution and deliver strategic plans.
• Drive adoption of Automation and AI to streamline processes.
• Oversee end-to-end design, development, and implementation of initiatives.
• Plan, coordinate, and direct infrastructure/software development per the SDLC.

Skills

Engineering leadership

Stakeholder management

Automation & AI

DevOps & CI/CD

Banking domain knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology or Computer Science

Job description

Engineering Manager(

Job Number:

1. hours per week: 40

Description

Zions Bancorporation’s Enterprise Technology and Operations (ETO) team is transforming what it means to work for a financial institution. With a commitment to technology and innovation, we have been providing our community, clients and colleagues the best experience possible for over 150 years. Help us transform our workforce of the future, today.

We are seeking a Senior Engineering Manager to join Zions Bancorporation. In this role, you will lead and manage the engineering team, overseeing the design, development, and implementation of critical business initiatives and technologies. Acting as a player-coach, you will balance strategic leadership with hands-on technical contributions, serving as the primary contact for projects requiring technical resources.

You will be responsible for planning and directing infrastructure and software development activities within our SDLC, alongside managing department budgets. This position is vital for ensuring the safety and soundness of developed products, fostering a strong engineering culture, and building robust partnerships with business leaders to execute a defined plan and deliver against strategic objectives.

Visa Sponsorship:

This Senior Engineering Manager position is currently not eligible for employment visa sponsorship (e.g., H-1B visa). This includes, for example, situations where a candidate may have temporary work authorization while enrolled in school or upon graduation (e.g., CPT, OPT) but would need H-1B visa sponsorship within a few years of employment in order to maintain employment eligibility.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage the engineering team, providing direction and mentorship while cultivating a strong, collaborative engineering culture.
• Build strong relationships with business stakeholders, translating their needs into technical execution and successfully delivering against defined strategic plans.
• Drive the adoption of Automation and AI to streamline processes, build innovative solutions, and empower the team to leverage these technologies effectively.
• Oversee the end-to-end design, development, and implementation of business initiatives and technologies.
• Act as a player-coach, balancing leadership and management responsibilities with hands‑on technical contributions.
• Serve as the initial and ongoing point of contact for projects requiring technical resources.
• Plan, coordinate, and direct infrastructure/software development activities in accordance with the PMO Project Delivery Process (SDLC).
• Create and manage department/area budgets, ensuring adherence to financial processes and deadlines.
• Ensure the safety, soundness, and compliance of developed products with internal policies and regulations.
• Stay current with industry best practices and provide expert insights on engineering standards.
• Evaluate outcomes, identify problems, and recommend corrective actions to maintain organizational effectiveness.
• Oversee full-cycle team management, including hiring, performance management, and staff development.

Qualifications:

• 8+ years of experience within engineering disciplines or a directly related field, with professional experience in at least one primary language, framework, or infrastructure domain.
• Supervisory or management experience required, featuring a proven track record of building and scaling a strong engineering culture.
• Demonstrated experience in building strong relationships with the business and successfully executing a defined strategic plan.
• Proven hands‑on experience and ability to utilize Automation and AI to improve engineering processes and build innovative solutions.
• Experience in the banking sector, particularly in Treasury or payments, is a strong plus.
• In-depth knowledge of engineering, including architectural concepts and system design.
• Strong understanding across the DevOps lifecycle, with expertise in at least one area, including exposure to automation through CI/CD pipelines.
• In depth project management, time management, and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to identify, analyze, and solve complex problems.
• Ability to exercise independent judgment, prioritize effectively, and execute tasks under pressure.
• Requires a Bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field (A combination of education and experience may meet requirements).

Work Location:

This position is fully in office (5 days a week) at the Zions Technology Center - 7860 South Bingham Junction Blvd, Midvale, UT 84047

The Zions Technology Center is a 400,000-square-foot technology campus in Midvale, Utah. Located on the former Sharon Steel Mill superfund site, the sustainably built campus is the company’s primary technology and operations center. This modern and environmentally friendly technology center enables Zions to compete for the best technology talent in the state while providing team members with an exceptional work environment with features such as:

• Electric vehicle charging stations and close proximity to Historic Gardner Village UTA TRAX station.
• At least 75% of the building is powered by on-site renewable solar energy.
• Access to outdoor recreation, parks, trails, shareable bikes, and locker rooms.
• Large modern cafe with a healthy and diverse menu.
• Healthy indoor environment with ample natural light and fresh air.
• LEED-certified sustainable building that features include the use of low VOC-emitting construction materials.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance – START DAY ONE!
• Life and Disability Insurance, Paid Parental Leave and Adoption Assistance
• Health Savings (HSA), Flexible Spending (FSA), and dependent care accounts
• Paid Training, Paid Time Off (PTO) and 11 Paid Federal Holidays
• 401(k) plan with company match, Profit Sharing, competitive compensation in line with work experience
• Mental health benefits including coaching and therapy sessions
• Tuition Reimbursement for qualifying employees
• Employee Ambassador preferred banking products
• Employees may, at the company’s discretion, be eligible to receive a cash bonus award

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Work Locations

Utah-Midvale-UT – Zions Tech Center
Info Systems & Technology

ABOUT OUR COMPANY

Zions Bancorporation is one of the nation’s premier financial services companies with total assets exceeding $65 billion. Zions operates under local management teams and distinct brands in 11 western states: Arizona, California, Colorado, Idaho, Nevada, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, Utah, Washington and Wyoming.
The company is a national leader in Small Business Administration lending and public finance advisory services, and is a consistent top recipient of Greenwich Excellence awards in banking. In addition, Zions is included in the S&P 500 and NASDAQ Financial 100 indices.
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