Finance Applications Lead – AI-Driven Support

Santander US; New York (NY); On-site; USD 145,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Santander US is seeking an Application Support Development Associate to bridge Finance, technology, and AI initiatives. You will partner with Finance, business, engineering, and tech teams to translate complex challenges into practical technology solutions and maintain critical Finance applications.

The role emphasizes strong SDLC practices, Java, API work, and advanced Excel analysis, with opportunities to leverage AI-driven tools to accelerate development and delivery.

Qualifications

• 5+ years Java, JavaScript, API and vendor APIs experience.
• Strong SDLC knowledge with advisory experience across stakeholders.
• Advanced Excel skills for data analysis and reconciliation.

Responsibilities

• Understand business challenges and define technical requirements.
• Develop and integrate Finance applications and data flows.
• Collaborate with distributed teams across Finance and Technology.
• Support AI-enabled development and automation initiatives.
• Ensure production readiness and data/security controls.

Skills

Java

JavaScript

API

Jira

VMware

SDLC

Excel

AI-enabled

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Master's Degree

Tools

Jira

VMware

Job description

Santander US is seeking an Application Support Development Associate to bridge Finance, technology, and AI initiatives. You will partner with Finance, business, engineering, and tech teams to translate complex challenges into practical technology solutions and maintain critical Finance applications.

The role emphasizes strong SDLC practices, Java, API work, and advanced Excel analysis, with opportunities to leverage AI-driven tools to accelerate development and delivery.