Leveraged Finance - Sr. Specialist, Application Development

Leveraged Finance - Sr. Specialist, Application Development

Country: United States of America

Your Journey Starts Here:

Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry. We believe that our employees are our greatest asset. Our focus is on fostering an enriching journey that empowers you to explore diverse career opportunities while nurturing your personal growth. We are committed to creating an environment where continuous learning and development are prioritized, enabling you to thrive both professionally and personally. Here, you will find ample opportunities to connect and collaborate with talented colleagues from around the world, sharing insights and driving innovation together. Join us at Santander, where you are supported by a culture of engagement and a commitment to your success.

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The Difference You Make:

The Sr. Specialist, Application Development develops and maintains software applications and develops programs in required language to meet project schedule. The incumbent maintains and supports existing Corporate and Investment Banking software applications specifically for Lending technology Loan IQ, identifies and resolves basic application issues and bugs; escalates complex application issues to management for resolution.

• Assists in the configuration and administration of the Company's systems or applications to ensure changes are methodologically planned, executed and verified.
• Assists in analyzing and deploying hardware or software updates and other patch management directives.
• Responds to inquiries and refers issues to the appropriate department or person, and exhibits the necessary follow through with customers and/or staff involved.
• Contribute to the implementation of all IT related policies and procedures.
• Recommends enhancements to existing software and applications to improve effectiveness.
• Configure and administer systems or applications to ensure changes are methodologically planned, executed and verified.
• Helps maintain quality, organization, and automation of software applications.
• Interacts with business areas, and systems analysts and/or business analysts to gain input and support decision making.
• Provide guidance and training to less experienced IT Specialists.
• Analyzes user stories written by domain experts and translate to technical solutions.
• Assists in special projects and tasks for the department of a diverse nature.
• Prepares a variety of routine and special reports as required.
• Escalates work issues to Team Lead or Manager as needed
• Troubleshoot incidents reported by business units or end users.
• Participates in business and technical information technology solution implementations, upgrades, enhancement and conversions.

What You Bring:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience: Information Technology or equivalent field.

3+ Years Information Technology, Technical Application Development, or similar experience.
3+ Years Experience providing customer support for IT systems or applications.
3+ Years Experience writing technical documentation for both technical and nontechnical audiences.

• Analytical and problem solving skills.
• Basic communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to learn new technologies.
• Produces accurate and quality work; detail oriented.
• The ability to program in required language.
• General understanding of the technology project lifecycle.
• General understanding of financial services business environment.
• Requires broad theoretical job knowledge typically obtained through advanced education.
• Basic knowledge in development tools.
• Basic knowledge in programming languages and methodologies.
• Technical writing and documentation experience.
• Ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical personnel.

It Would Be Nice For You To Have:
Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education.

What Else You Need To Know:

The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location.

$73,125.00 USD$125,000.00 USD

Link to Santander Benefits:

Santander Benefits - 2025 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com)

Risk Culture:

We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management.

EEO Statement:

At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage everyone to apply. Santander is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Working Conditions:

Frequent minimal physical effort such as sitting, standing and walking is required for this role. Depending on location, occasional moving and lifting light equipment and/or furniture may be required.

Employer Rights:

This job description does not list all of the job duties of the job. You may be asked by your supervisors or managers to perform other duties. You may be evaluated in part based upon your performance of the tasks listed in this job description. The employer has the right to revise this job description at any time. This job description is not a contract for employment and either you or the employer may terminate your employment at any time for any reason.

What To Do Next:

If this sounds like a role you are interested in, then please apply.

We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible application process for all candidates. If you require any assistance or accommodation due to a disability or any other reason, please contact us at TAOps@santander.us to discuss your needs.