Sponsorship is NOT available for this position.

This role offers a hybrid work schedule; offering the flexibility to work remotely two days a week, while providing the opportunity for in-person collaboration.

This position is available in Buffalo, NY & Wilmington, DE

This is a Senior level hands-on Mainframe Cobol designer/programmer to support our Loan Servicing Platform (Shaw Vendor). Must have proven hands-on ability to technically accomplish complex design and build within the traditional IBM Mainframe environment. Experience should include modern IBM z development platform including: IDz, zDIH, ADDI, DBB and z/OS Connect. Strong preference to also include working knowledge of Gitlab, Sonar and automated testing. Should have demonstrated experience in Agile environments, work seamlessly with remote teams, and have proficient writing skills.

Tech Stack – Mainframe Cobol required, Gitlab, Sonar, modern IBM z development platform

Primary Responsibilities:

Complete and oversee basic to complex systems analysis, design and development.  Play a key role as an individual contributor on complex projects.  Maintain an excellent functional understanding of the supported application(s).

Direct and monitor less experienced resources and coordinate development tasks on small to large scope projects.

Prepare and manage the technical component of project plans.

Participate with other Development, operations and Technology staff in overall systems development direction from technical analysis to user acceptance testing.  

Prepare and review test data and execute detailed test plans.  Complete any required debugging.

Evaluate and understand complex interrelationships and effects among programs, interfacing applications and platforms.  Provide highly analytical consulting and leadership in identifying and implementing new uses of information technologies to assist business units in meeting strategic objectives.

Prepare thorough, clear technical and functional specifications and update systems documentation.  Prepare charts, tables and diagrams to assist in analyzing problems.  Review documentation prepared by less experienced staff.

Prepare and review assessments to include required tasks, estimated time frames and effort for any scope project.

Maintain efficient operation and effectiveness of supported applications.

Recommend new technology, policies or processes to benefit the organization and improve deficiencies. May lead or participate in technical evaluations of vendor software.

Follow and promote use of development standards and procedures.

Maintain a good understanding of the business being supported and its functions, processes, operations and strategic direction.

May assist in developing expense and capital budgets.

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 diversity 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 or projects as required, which may include playing a lead role in due diligence, cost/benefit analysis or business study activities.

Scope of Responsibilities:

The position works under supervision of the Technology Team Lead.  The jobholder is competent to work independently on all high level systems analysis and technical phases of development.  The position is capable of managing the activities of others on a project basis for small to large scope efforts and may lead project activities.  The jobholder monitors staff performance on assigned projects relative to their overall abilities and effectiveness in completing projects within schedules.  The position interacts with senior management, other technology personnel, clients and vendors.  The jobholder provides backup to higher management as required and may be called on to serve as a technical representative on committees, ad-hoc projects, etc.

Education and Experience Required:

Minimum of an Associate’s degree and 5 years’ systems analysis/application development experience, or in lieu of a degree, a combined minimum of 7 years’ higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 5 years’ systems analysis/application development experienceTech Stack – Mainframe Cobol required, Gitlab, Sonar, modern IBM z development platform

Education and Experience Preferred:

Good understanding of the Bank’s application framework

Subject matter expert in business with knowledge or experience utilizing application/system being supported

Advanced understanding of applications supported with a sound knowledge of interfacing/integrated applications

Ability to work in a team environment as well as autonomously

Ability to multitask for various components of complex projects

Action-oriented

Pro-active

Advanced knowledge and focus of the entire system to work on projects outside of normal business-as-usual (BAU)

M&T Bank is committed to fair, competitive, and market-informed pay for our employees. The pay range for this position is $93,581.10 - $155,968.51 Annual (USD). The successful candidate’s particular combination of knowledge, skills, and experience will inform their specific compensation.

LocationBuffalo, New York, United States of America