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.

An exciting journey awaits, if you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You!

The Difference You Make:

The Sr. Specialist, Application Development develops, maintains and support business processes in 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, identifies and resolves basic application issues and bugs; escalates complex application issues to management for resolution:

• Responsible for designing, developing, implementing and updating electronic data systems in accordance with the needs of the company. Designs, analyzes and supports the company's information technology structure, systems and operational processes.
• Acquires, designs, implements and operates the company's information technology resources (e.g., computer hardware, operating systems, communications, software applications, data, databases, etc.) related to corporate and investment banking.
• Deploys, acquires, maintains and ensures security of information technology assets used in Primary and Secondary loan trading on Leveraged Finance area (systems as Loan IQ, S&P's ClearPar/Loan Processor, Syndtrak syndication platform, EPIC/Octaura trading Platforms).
• Plans and tests processes to ensure compliance with system requirements, business objectives, security standards and other technical requirements.
• Run the Bank: Tracks and supports business processes, incidences, escalations, pain point identification and mitigation, relative to Front/Middle office and operations/trading processes as origination, syndication, allocations, settlement, booking, and accounting.
• Change the Bank: Activities include evaluating, scheduling and resourcing development projects, investigating user needs, writing, testing and maintaining computer programs, and preparing systems documentation. Executes technical plans, system analysis, detailed design specifications, development, unit and component testing.
• Programs in operating systems and in any of programming languages, such as ABAP, Python, SQL, Java and Java EE is a plus.
• Leads efforts to ensure the workplace environment supports a highly motivated and effective workforce focused on continuous improvement and best practices.

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.

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:

Review the internal eligibility guidelines here. 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.

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

Primary Location: New York, NY, New York

Other Locations: New York-New York

Organization: Banco Santander S.A.

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.