Technical Systems Specialist – Financial Services

Homeland Talent Solutions; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 62,000 - 76,000; Full time

Job summary

Homeland LLC in Birmingham, AL is seeking a Technical Systems Specialist for a 6-month/1,040-hour contract-to-hire opportunity. The role is 100% onsite, Monday–Friday, focusing on SQL/SSRS reporting, application support, and data workflows.

Banking/financial services experience is highly preferred. The candidate will troubleshoot systems, build reports, automate processes, and collaborate with stakeholders to translate business needs into technical solutions.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of professional experience in systems analysis or related tech roles.
• Hands-on SQL experience with querying, reporting, and data extraction.
• Experience with SSRS or equivalent enterprise reporting tools.
• Experience troubleshooting business applications and systems.
• Understanding of data movement, integrations, and workflow automation.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical and application support for business-critical systems
• Write, modify, and troubleshoot SQL queries for reporting, data extraction, and operational needs
• Create, maintain, modify, schedule, and distribute SSRS reports
• Troubleshoot system and application issues and take ownership through resolution
• Monitor applications, scheduled jobs, files, and recurring technical processes
• Work directly with business stakeholders to translate needs into technical solutions
• Support data extraction, data movement, file processing, scheduled jobs, and system workflows
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve workflows
• Support integrations between internal systems and third-party applications
• Assist with the support and maintenance of banking, mortgage, and lending technology
• Support Encompass or other LOS as needed; partner with teams and vendors on enhancements
• Maintain technical documentation and communicate across teams

Skills

SQL

SSRS

Technical Support

Data movement

Automation

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Encompass LOS

SQL Server

Job description

Homeland has partnered with an established financial institution to hire a Technical Systems Specialist - Financial Services for a 6-month / 1,040-hour contract-to-hire opportunity in Birmingham, AL.

This position is 100% onsite, Monday through Friday and is ideal for a hands-on technology professional who enjoys troubleshooting systems, working with SQL and data, building reports, improving processes, and solving business problems through technology.

The Technical Systems Specialist will work across SQL/SSRS reporting, application support, systems troubleshooting, data movement, process automation, integrations, and business systems support. We are seeking a versatile technical professional who enjoys wearing multiple hats rather than operating within one narrowly defined technology specialty.

Experience within banking, mortgage, lending, servicing, or financial services is highly preferred. Experience with Encompass or another Loan Origination System (LOS) is a plus but is not required for someone with strong technical aptitude and the ability to learn new systems.

Responsibilities

• Provide hands-on technical and application support for business-critical systems
• Write, modify, and troubleshoot SQL queries for reporting, data extraction, and operational needs
• Create, maintain, modify, schedule, and distribute SSRS reports
• Troubleshoot system and application issues and take ownership through resolution
• Monitor applications, scheduled jobs, files, and recurring technical processes
• Work directly with business stakeholders to understand needs and translate requirements into technical solutions
• Support data extraction, data movement, file processing, scheduled jobs, and system workflows
• Identify opportunities to automate manual processes and improve existing workflows
• Support integrations between internal systems and third-party applications
• Assist with the support and maintenance of banking, mortgage, and lending technology
• Support Encompass or other Loan Origination Systems as neededPartner with internal teams and external technology vendors on troubleshooting and system enhancements
• Maintain technical documentation and communicate effectively across technical and non-technical teams

Requirements

• 3+ years of professional experience in Systems Analysis, Application Support, Business Systems, Systems Administration, Technical Support, Reporting/Data, Financial Systems, or a related technology function
• Hands-on SQL experience, including writing and modifying queries
• Experience with SQL Server Reporting Services (SSRS) or comparable enterprise reporting tools strongly preferred
• Experience troubleshooting business applications, systems, or production technology environments
• Understanding of reporting, data movement, integrations, system workflows, scheduled jobs, and/or process automation
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work directly with business users and translate their needs into technical solutions
• Experience within banking, mortgage, lending, servicing, or financial services highly preferred
• Experience with Encompass, ICE Mortgage Technology, mortgage technology, or another Loan Origination System (LOS) is a plus but not required
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Information Systems, Business, or a related discipline preferred; equivalent professional experience will be considered

Additional Information

This is a 6-month / 1,040-hour contract-to-hire opportunity with the potential to convert to a permanent position based on performance and long-term fit. The position is 100% onsite, five days per week in Birmingham, AL. Candidates must be within a reasonable commuting distance and comfortable working onsite Monday through Friday.

This position offers an hourly rate of $45-$55, based on experience The anticipated permanent conversion salary is approximately $100,000-$110,000, depending on experience, performance, and overall long-term fit.

EEO Notice

Homeland LLC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Homeland LLC provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws. Homeland LLC complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. Reasonable accommodation is available for qualified individuals with disabilities, upon request.