Software Developer

BECU; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 117,000 - 143,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) Company Match

Medical, Dental and Vision

PTO Program + Exchange Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Volunteer time off + donation match

Job summary

BECU is a values-driven financial institution seeking a Software Developer to build and enhance core banking capabilities. You will work with business and technical teams to translate requirements into robust technical solutions and participate in deployments and on-call support to ensure system stability.

You will collaborate with Architects and engineers to shape the team’s technology roadmap, implement enhancements, and drive efficiency across the software development lifecycle while

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline required, or equivalent work experience.
• 2+ years designing software and writing production code in a team environment.
• Experience delivering highly scalable solutions in multiple programming languages and environments.

Responsibilities

• Deliver Technical Solutions in line with compliance and information protection requirements.
• Develop prototypes, proofs of concept, and solutions across the SDLC.
• Gather and analyze business requirements, evaluate impacts, and recommend solutions.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce waste and improve service delivery.
• Balance software requirements with business objectives and user experience.
• Code, test, debug, and document software.
• Enhance existing systems to improve performance and user experience.
• Review code to ensure standards and consistency.
• Automate business processes and contribute to technology strategy.
• Support production deployments and participate in on-call rotations.

Skills

Cloud tech

.NET

C#

PowerShell

JavaScript/Typescript

Python

SQL

CI/CD

Git

SOLID design

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline

Tools

Azure DevOps Services

GitHub Actions

Jenkins

TeamCity

Job description

Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits? Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference. While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU. You bring more than your expertise to your role, and that matters here. Your story, perspectives, and lived experiences help shape belonging at BECU and deepen how we connect with and support our employees, our members, and our communities.

PAY RANGE

The Target Pay Range for this position is $117,200.00-$143,200.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $91,000.00 - $169,400.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.

BENEFITS – because people helping people starts with supporting you

• 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%) 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU
• Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well)
• PTO Program + Exchange Program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match

IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE

The Software Developer supports the delivery of new capabilities and enhancements within the core banking platform, combining systems analysis with hands-on configuration and development. This role partners closely with business and technical teams to understand needs, gather and clarify requirements, assess impacts, and translate business challenges into effective technical solutions. The Software Developer also identifies opportunities for process improvements, drives operational efficiencies, and collaborates with stakeholders to deliver measurable business value and enhanced user experience. The role also participates in production deployments, including serving in an on-call capacity to troubleshoot and resolve unexpected issues, which may occur outside of traditional business hours, helping to ensure system stability and successful implementation of changes. This position contributes throughout the software development lifecycle while supporting critical banking applications and services.

To join our dynamic team, we require candidates to be residents of WA, OR, ID, AZ, TX, GA, SC, NC, CA or VA. If you’re located in Washington state and within a reasonable driving distance from Tukwila, we are requesting that you come into our HQ on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. For those candidates that live outside the commute distance of TFC and in any of our approved remote work locations, this role will be remote. Remote or onsite, we are committed to ensuring you are fully engaged and included in our collaborative environment.

WHAT YOU’LL DO

• Deliver Technical Solutions: Perform all responsibilities in accordance with BECU Competencies, compliance, regulatory, and Information Protection requirements.
• Develop & Build: Develop prototypes, proofs of concept, and solutions by combining technical expertise with a solid understanding of basic software design concepts throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Partner with Stakeholders: Partner with business stakeholders to gather, analyze, and clarify business requirements, evaluate downstream impacts, and recommend solutions that align with organizational objectives.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify and support continuous improvement initiatives that drive operational efficiencies, reduce process waste, and improve service delivery.
• Determine the best solution given requirements for software while balancing business objectives, operational efficiency, and user experience considerations.
• Responsible for system analysis, coding, testing, debugging, and documentation.
• Enhance Existing Systems: Responsible for identifying areas of improvement in existing code and implementing those improvements to enhance system performance, efficiency, and user experience.
• Support Development Standards: Review and provide feedback on code written by other developers to ensure style, consistency, and adherence to BECU standards. Collaborate with senior staff, providing expertise and input to those standards.
• Automate Processes: Automate and improve business processes and interactions while working with limited guidance.
• Contribute to Technology Strategy: Participate in discussions with Architects and technical leaders to help define the team’s technology, roadmap, and vision.
• Support Production Operations: Participate in an on-call rotation to support production deployments and critical banking applications, responding to and resolving production issues, coordinating with stakeholders as needed, and helping to minimize service disruptions.

WHAT YOU’LL GAIN

• Opportunities to work on critical banking applications and core platform services that directly support the organization and its members.
• Exposure to the full software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and solution analysis through deployment and production support.
• Experience collaborating with cross-functional business and technical teams to solve complex challenges and deliver measurable business value.
• Opportunities to influence process improvements, operational efficiencies, and technology solutions that enhance the user experience.
• A collaborative environment where continuous learning, innovation, and knowledge sharing are valued.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related discipline required, or equivalent work experience.
• Minimum two years of experience designing software and writing production code in a team environment including experience analyzing business requirements and translating them into technical solutions.
• Experience delivering highly scalable solutions in multiple programming languages and technical environments with the ability to evaluate system impacts and support complex business processes.
• Experience with cloud technology, .NET, C#, PowerShell, JavaScript/Typescript, Python, SQL.
• Experience with SOLID design principles, Object-Oriented Programming and Design, demonstrated through regular communication, usage, and presentation.
• Experience with Continuous Integration and Continuous Delivery systems and tools such as Azure DevOps Services, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or TeamCity.
• Desired Qualifications: Experience supporting, configuring, developing, or integrating with the Fiserv DNA core banking platform.
• Desired Qualifications: Experience supporting production deployments and troubleshooting issues in production environments.
• Desired Qualifications: Demonstrated experience identifying, leading, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives that improve operational efficiency, service delivery, or user experience.
• Desired Qualifications: Strong stakeholder engagement, communication, and change management skills, with the ability to effectively partner across business and technical teams.
• Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of Open Source (OSS) technologies, and open-source systems like Linux / bash.
• Desired Qualifications: Proficiency at building build / deployment pipelines in YAML.
• Desired Qualifications: Expertise in Test Driven Development concepts, methods, and tools.
• Desired Qualifications: Demonstrated experience in unit testing.
• Desired Qualifications: Experience using git, including performing code reviews, pull requests, and following branching standards such as Git Flow or Trunk-Based Development.
• Desired Qualifications: Knowledge of relational and non-relational data modeling and data analysis.
• Desired Qualifications: Experience remaining current with technologies utilized through work or continuing industry or education.
• Desired Qualifications: Experience using static code analysis tools to explain and correct secure coding.

JOIN THE JOURNEY

At BECU, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful technology solutions that support critical banking services while collaborating with talented professionals across the organization. This is your opportunity to solve meaningful technical challenges, expand your expertise, and help deliver innovative solutions that create value for our members and employees.

#BECU #YourGrowth #BECUJourney

EEO Statement: BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.

From our very beginning, BECU has been about people helping people. As a financial services cooperative, our purpose has and always will be the same: we work together to best serve our members and improve the financial well‑being of our community. With 90 years and over one million members later, we’re still rooted in our values, practices and mission – and even more passionate about our future. As one of the nation's leading credit unions, we’re not driven by profit. We’re owned by our members and their interests are at the core of everything we do. Now we’re growing faster than ever before— but we’ll never forget our roots. To continue doing right by our members, we believe we must first do right by our people. Here, you’ll receive the resources and support you need to learn, grow and build a meaningful career. Because we know it's our people who make us special.