Software Engineering Manager 3 (Cloud Native Applications & Platforms)

U.S. Bank; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 127,000 - 149,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare

401(k) and retirement plan

Paid vacation

11 paid holidays

Adoption assistance

Sick and Safe Leave

Job summary

U.S. Bank is seeking a Software Engineering Manager 3 to lead architecture, design, development, deployment, and support of cloud-native, scalable software solutions.

You will build and coach high-performing teams, fostering ownership, innovation, and collaboration with Product, Architecture, Security, and Platform Engineering. You will drive adoption of microservices, event-driven architecture, Kubernetes, IaC, CI/CD, and DevSecOps to accelerate delivery while ensuring security and reliability

Qualifications

• 5+ years of engineering leadership and people management experience.
• Deep expertise in AWS and cloud-native development for large-scale systems.
• Strong experience with REST/GraphQL, microservices, and event-driven architectures.
• Hands-on Kubernetes, containerized apps in production, and IaC (Terraform/CloudFormation).
• CI/CD, DevSecOps, automated testing, observability, and SRE practices.
• Proven track record of technology modernization and platform transformation.

Responsibilities

• Lead architecture, design, development, deployment, and support of cloud-native software solutions.
• Build, coach, and develop high-performing engineering teams with a culture of ownership.
• Drive adoption of microservices, event-driven design, Kubernetes, IaC, CI/CD, and DevSecOps.
• Partner with Product, Architecture, Security, and Platform Engineering to set roadmaps.
• Provide hands-on leadership through reviews, design, code critiques, and problem resolution.
• Lead production support, incident management, RCA, and platform reliability initiatives.
• Champion modernization, automation, and debt reduction to improve scalability and velocity.

Skills

Engineering leadership

AWS

Cloud-Native Development

Platform Engineering

Distributed Systems

REST APIs

GraphQL APIs

Microservices

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Infrastructure as Code

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Terraform/CloudFormation

Kubernetes

Job description

## Software Engineering Manager 3 (Cloud Native Applications & Platforms)Apply: Atlanta, GA: Gresham, OR: Hopkins, MN: Irving, TX: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: September 30, 2026 (5 days left to apply): 2026-0029038At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions, enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed in the right ways, all more confidently and more often—that’s what we call the courage to thrive. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.As a wholly owned subsidiary of U.S. Bank, Elavon is committed to building the platforms and ecosystems that help over 1.5 million customers around the world to achieve their financial goals—no matter what they need. From transaction processing to customer service, to driving innovation and launching new products, we’re building a range of tailored payment solutions powered by the latest technology. As part of our team, you can explore what motivates and energizes your career goals: partnering with our customers, our communities, and each other.## ## **Job Description****Key Responsibilities*** Lead the **architecture, design, development, deployment, and support** of **cloud-native**, **scalable**, **secure**, and **resilient software solutions**.* Build, coach, and develop **high-performing engineering teams**, fostering a culture of **ownership**, **innovation**, **collaboration**, and **continuous learning**.* Drive adoption of **Microservices**, **Event-Driven Architecture**, **Kubernetes**, **Infrastructure as Code (IaC)**, **CI/CD**, and **DevSecOps** best practices.* Partner with **Product**, **Business**, **Architecture**, **Security**, and **Platform Engineering** teams to define and execute strategic technology roadmaps.* Provide **hands-on technical leadership** through architecture reviews, solution design, code reviews, and complex technical problem resolution.* Lead **production support**, **incident management**, **root cause analysis**, and service improvement initiatives to ensure operational excellence and system reliability.* Champion **cloud modernization**, **platform transformation**, **automation**, and **technical debt reduction** programs that improve scalability and delivery velocity.* Drive **quarterly planning**, delivery execution, risk management, and accountability for achieving business outcomes, quality metrics, and platform sustainability.**Basic Qualifications** - Bachelor's degree, or equivalent work experience - Six to eight years of relevant technical experience - Five or more years of leading a software engineering team**Required Skills & Experience*** **5+ years of engineering leadership** and people management experience.* Deep expertise in **AWS**, **Cloud-Native Development**, **Platform Engineering**, and large-scale **Distributed Systems**.* Strong experience designing and implementing **REST APIs**, **GraphQL APIs**, **Microservices**, and **Event-Driven Architectures**.* Hands-on experience deploying and operating **Kubernetes** and **containerized applications** in production environments.* Strong knowledge of **CI/CD Pipelines**, **Infrastructure as Code (Terraform/CloudFormation)**, **DevSecOps**, and **Automated Testing** practices.* Experience with **Observability**, **Monitoring**, **Site Reliability Engineering (SRE)**, **Performance Optimization**, and operational support.* Proven success leading **Technology Modernization**, **Cloud Transformation**, **Automation**, and **Engineering Productivity** initiatives, including adoption of **AI-powered development tools**.* Exceptional **Leadership**, **Stakeholder Management**, **Communication**, and **Strategic Planning** skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive measurable business value.**Location expectations** This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.**Benefits:**Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following:* Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)* Basic term and optional term life insurance* Short-term and long-term disability* Pregnancy disability and parental leave* 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan* Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)* Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities* Adoption assistance* Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by lawReview our full benefits available by employment status here.U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, and other factors protected under applicable law.**E-Verify**U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $126,820.00 - $149,200.00U.S. Bank will consider qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records for employment. U.S. Bank conducts background checks consistent with applicable local laws, including the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance and the California Fair Chance Act as well as the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. U.S. Bank is subject to, and conducts background checks consistent with the requirements of Section 19 of the Federal Deposit Insurance Act (FDIA). In addition, certain positions may also be subject to the requirements of FINRA, NMLS registration, Reg Z, Reg G, OFAC, the NFA, the FCPA, the Bank Secrecy Act, the SAFE Act, and/or federal guidelines applicable to an agreement, such as those related to ethics, safety, or operational procedures.Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.**Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.**