Sr. Software Engineer - Full Stack Java

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

Job summary

M&T Bank Corporation is seeking a Full Stack Software Engineer to support the Development Portal Team in Buffalo, NY. You will develop Java backends and Angular front ends that power the bank’s API ecosystem, integrating across internal and external banking apps while embracing SDLC practices.

The role emphasizes full stack capabilities, API-driven design, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to advance enterprise integration platforms and AI-enabled development initiatives.

Qualifications

• Associate's degree with 5+ years of systems analysis and/or application development or Bachelor's with 3+ years of such experience.
• Advanced proficiency in at least one relevant programming language.
• Experience developing Java-based applications and services.
• Experience with Angular or similar modern front-end frameworks.
• Full Stack engineering across frontend, backend, and integration layers.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and support Java-based backend services and Angular front-end applications.
• Build and support API-driven solutions and enterprise integrations.
• Review pull requests, ensure code quality, and maintain SDLC policy compliance.
• Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and stakeholders to document implementations.

Skills

Java

Angular

RESTful APIs

API-driven architectures

Full stack engineering

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor's degree

Tools

API Gateway

Enterprise Integration Platforms

Cloud-Native Technologies

Job description

Overview

Join M&T Bank's API Services organization as a Full Stack Software Engineer supporting the Development Portal Team, where you'll help power and evolve the technology behind the bank's enterprise API ecosystem. This highly visible role offers the opportunity to develop and support solutions that handle millions of API requests across internal and external banking applications while contributing to strategic initiatives involving API gateway technologies, enterprise integration platforms, and AI-enabled development. You'll work alongside a collaborative, high-performing engineering team with broad technical exposure and the opportunity to influence some of the bank's most progressive technology initiatives. This role is ideal for a versatile engineer who enjoys working across the full technology stack and contributing to both development and platform support functions.

Primary Responsibilities

Work independently and within the boundaries of the approved Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) to process, design, develop, and support applications that solve business needs and minimize risk to the Bank by writing clean, resilient, and maintainable code. Design, develop, and enhance Java-based backend services and Angular front-end applications supporting the bank's API ecosystem. Build and support API-driven solutions, integrations, and services that enable internal and external banking applications. Regularly review pull requests, provide feedback, and execute change management activities to ensure code quality and maintainability. Author organized, clean, efficient, and secure source code in one or more programming languages, applying appropriate data structures and algorithms to solve business problems. Utilize source code management tools to manage and deploy applications, ensure compliance with SDLC policies, and support merge conflict resolution. Independently analyze and critique technical and business requirements to ensure completeness, accuracy, and feasibility. Troubleshoot and provide support for platform-related issues across development and production environments. Collaborate with engineers, architects, product owners, and business stakeholders to document and communicate technical implementation details. Conduct code reviews and provide constructive feedback to improve code quality, performance, and security. Contribute to application architecture discussions and technology decisions supporting API platforms and enterprise integration services. Participate in AI-assisted development initiatives and contribute to innovation efforts across the engineering organization. Support highly available, enterprise-scale platforms and applications that process significant transaction and API volumes. 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.

Supervisory/Managerial Responsibilities

No supervisory responsibilities.

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' systems analysis and/or 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 analysis and/or application development work experience. Advanced proficiency in a minimum of one relevant programming language. Experience developing Java-based applications and services. Experience with Angular or similar modern front-end frameworks. Full Stack software engineering experience across frontend, backend, and integration layers. Experience working with APIs, RESTful services, and API-driven architectures. Experience utilizing source control and software development lifecycle tools. Ability to work across multiple technology domains, including software development and platform support. Experience supporting complex enterprise applications and technology platforms.

Education and Experience Preferred

Advanced analytical skills specific to application development. Experience working in a collaborative Agile team environment. Strong Full Stack engineering background with both backend and frontend development expertise. Experience with API management, API gateway technologies, or enterprise integration platforms. Exposure to cloud-native technologies and modern software development practices. Experience supporting enterprise-scale applications with high transaction volumes. Exposure to AI-related development initiatives and AI-assisted engineering tools. Ability to work autonomously while managing multiple priorities and complex projects. Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills. Ability to adapt quickly and contribute across multiple technical disciplines. Strong organizational and time management skills. Proficient verbal and written communication skills. Financial services experience preferred.

Location

Buffalo, New York, United States of America

Pay

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.

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.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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.

Drug Free Workplace

M&T Bank Corporation has policies and procedures in place to promote a drug free workplace.