Senior Android Developer – Banking Applications

M&T Bank Corporation; Buffalo (NY); Hybrid; USD 97,000 - 162,000; Full time

Job summary

M&T Bank Corporation seeks a Senior Android Developer with strong Java and Kotlin experience to join our mobile engineering team focused on secure, scalable banking applications.

The role is four days onsite at Seneca One in Buffalo, NY, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week. Banking/fintech experience and a solid grasp of mobile security and testing are preferred.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree with 5+ years in systems analysis or app development, or a Bachelor’s with 3+ years Android development.
• 7+ years combined education/experience in lieu of a degree, including 3+ years Android development.
• Proficiency in Java and Kotlin.
• Experience in banking/fintech or regulated industries.
• Strong understanding of Android architecture components and design patterns.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks (Espresso, JUnit, Mockito).
• Familiarity with secure mobile development practices.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Android apps for banking using Java and Kotlin.
• Collaborate with product, design, and backend teams to deliver mobile solutions.
• Implement secure coding practices and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Develop and maintain automated tests for reliability and performance.
• Troubleshoot production issues and perform root-cause analysis.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to technical leadership.
• Stay current with Android trends and best practices.
• Adhere to risk and regulatory standards and controls.
• Promote a culture of belonging and uphold the M&T brand.
• Complete additional related duties as assigned.

Skills

Java/Kotlin

Android architecture

Espresso/JUnit/Mockito

Fintech experience

Mobile security

Education

Associate’s degree + 5+ yrs

Bachelor’s degree + 3+ yrs Android

7+ yrs education/experience in lieu of degree

Tools

CI/CD pipelines

DevOps

Google Play

Job description

This role is four days onsite at our Seneca One Buffalo, NY location, with the flexibility to work from home one day per week.

Overview

We are looking for a Senior Android Developer with strong experience in Java and Kotlin to join our mobile engineering team focused on delivering secure, scalable, and user-friendly banking applications. The ideal candidate will have prior experience working in the financial services industry, a solid understanding of mobile security best practices, and the ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Primary Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain Android applications for banking and financial services using Java and Kotlin.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and backend engineers to deliver high-quality mobile solutions.
• Implement secure coding practices and ensure compliance with banking regulations and standards.
• Develop and maintain automated tests to ensure application reliability and performance.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues with a focus on root cause analysis.
• Work autonomously, managing tasks and priorities effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Mentor junior developers and contribute to technical leadership within the team.
• Stay current with Android development trends, tools, and best practices.
• 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 a culture of 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.

Education and Experience Required

• Associate’s degree and a minimum of 5 years’ systems analysis and/or application development work experience or Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 3 years’ Android application development work experience.
• In lieu of degree, a combined minimum of 7 years’ education and/or relevant work experience, including a minimum of 3 years’ systems Android development work experience.
• Advanced proficiency in Java and/or Kotlin.
• Experience working in banking, fintech, or other regulated industries.
• Solid understanding of Android architecture components and design patterns.
• Experience with automated testing frameworks (e.g., Espresso, JUnit, Mockito).
• Familiarity with secure mobile development practices (e.g., encryption, secure storage, biometric authentication).
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work independently.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Education and Experience Preferred

• Experience with Jetpack Compose.
• Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
• Knowledge of accessibility and compliance standards (e.g., ADA, WCAG).
• Experience integrating with banking APIs and third-party financial services.
• Published apps in the Google Play Store.

#LI-JB3 #Hybrid

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $97,100.00 - $161,800.00 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

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.

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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.

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