Regions Financial Corporation
Software Engineer Senior Manager
Regions Financial Corporation, Charlotte, North Carolina, United States, 28245
Thank you for your interest in a career at Regions. At Regions, we believe associates deserve more than just a job. We believe in offering performance-driven individuals a place where they can build a career — a place to expect more opportunities. If you are focused on results, dedicated to quality, strength and integrity, and possess the drive to succeed, then we are your employer of choice.
Overview At Regions, the Software Engineer Senior Manager manages two or more large departments within the company and oversees strategy development to ensure the application portfolio meets current business requirements and is operational, stable, and at an appropriate level of technical maturity.
Primary Responsibilities
Manages all aspects of system design, development, deployment, acquisition, and ongoing maintenance for all application systems within area of responsibility
Serves as the primary technology contact for senior management from all areas of the organization in developing technology solutions that increase the efficiency of internal business functions, resolves business problems, and supports the pursuit of business opportunities for area of responsibility
Creates and refines operational processes and systems to ensure effective regulatory and audit compliance
Applies interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop, and verify basic lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions
Evaluates customer and operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrates technical parameters, and assures compatibility of all interfaces
Supports the planning, organization, implementation, and monitoring of requirements through management processes
This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. This position is incentive eligible.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Twelve (12) years of relevant experience
Three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience
Preferences
Experience in Technology role in banking or financial services industry
Skills and Competencies
Ability to manage multiple projects
Demonstrated strong organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem solving, and conceptual skills
Additional Job Description
Lead strategic planning and roadmap development for the commercial lending application portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements
Oversee application lifecycle management from conception through retirement, including technology stack decisions, architecture reviews, and modernization initiatives
Drive portfolio optimization through cloud migration strategies, legacy system modernization, and technology consolidation
Establish and maintain application portfolio governance frameworks, including risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and performance metrics
Champion and implement agile software delivery methodologies across commercial lending development teams, including Scrum, Kanban, and scaled agile frameworks where appropriate
Design and execute CI/CD pipeline strategies using AWS-native services and industry-leading tools to achieve rapid, reliable software deployment
Lead the adoption and use of DevSecOps practices, integrating security controls throughout the software delivery lifecycle while maintaining development velocity
Spearhead the integration of generative AI tools and platforms to augment software development, testing, and documentation processes
Drive AWS cloud adoption and migration, including serverless computing, managed services, and cloud-native architecture patterns
Oversee the implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform
Establish comprehensive observability frameworks using Dynatrace
Leverage container orchestration initiatives using AWS ECS, EKS, and serverless computing platforms like Lambda
Manage and mentor a team of application managers, architects, and delivery leads, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation
Collaborate with business stakeholders, integration partners, compliance teams, and risk management to ensure technology solutions meet regulatory requirements and business needs
Partner with enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams to ensure consistent technology standards and practices
Drive cross-functional initiatives with other business units to share best practices and promote technology standardization
Primary Requirements
We are seeking a modern engineering leader who brings a rare blend of entrepreneurial drive, enterprise rigor, and deep technical acumen.
Proven leadership in both startup and enterprise environments, with experience scaling platforms, leading engineering organizations, and driving innovation from concept to production
Hands-on technical expertise in cloud-native architectures, distributed systems, and modern software development practices (CI/CD, DevOps, test automation)
Track record of building high-performing teams, fostering engineering culture, and mentoring senior engineers and managers
Strategic thinking and business alignment, with the ability to translate complex technical challenges into business opportunities
Experience working across fintech, mobility, or enterprise SaaS domains, with a strong understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks
Passion for continuous improvement, modern architecture patterns (e.g., domain-driven design, event-driven systems), and delivering scalable, maintainable solutions
5+ years of hands-on experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS, including solution architecture and migration leadership
Candidates must provide concrete evidence of their modern software delivery expertise through:
Transformation case studies: Documented examples of leading software delivery modernization with quantifiable before/after metrics
Technical portfolio: Examples of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, or cloud architecture designs you've implemented
Innovation examples: Instances where you've successfully introduced cutting-edge technologies or practices that delivered measurable business value
Leadership outcomes: Evidence of teams you've led achieving significant improvements in delivery velocity, quality, or operational efficiency
Speaking engagements or publications: Thought leadership in modern software delivery practices (conferences, blogs, whitepapers, podcasts)
Skills and Competencies
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated strong organizational and leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking abilities
Deep expertise in agile methodologies with proven track record of improving delivery velocity and quality metrics
Advanced knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and deployment automation using tools like Harness, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, and/or AWS CodePipeline
Hands-on experience with DevSecOps implementation, including automated security testing, compliance-as-code, and security tool integration
Extensive experience with AWS services including EC2, ECS, EKS, Lambda, RDS, S3, CloudFormation, and monitoring services
Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools and practices
Experience implementing observability solutions including logging, monitoring, alerting, and distributed tracing
Onsite Requirement This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week. The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in-office expectations. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense. This position must be within a reasonable driving distance to Birmingham, AL or Charlotte, NC. Exceptions to the geographic location requirement may be made for current Regions associates who work remotely.
Compensation Details Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.
The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
Job Range Target:
Minimum:
$183,597.07 USD
50th Percentile:
$246,456.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans:
This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary incentive plan. Employees are eligible to receive a discretionary award based on individual, business, and/or company performance. Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.
Location Charlotte, North Carolina
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
#J-18808-Ljbffr
Overview At Regions, the Software Engineer Senior Manager manages two or more large departments within the company and oversees strategy development to ensure the application portfolio meets current business requirements and is operational, stable, and at an appropriate level of technical maturity.
Primary Responsibilities
Manages all aspects of system design, development, deployment, acquisition, and ongoing maintenance for all application systems within area of responsibility
Serves as the primary technology contact for senior management from all areas of the organization in developing technology solutions that increase the efficiency of internal business functions, resolves business problems, and supports the pursuit of business opportunities for area of responsibility
Creates and refines operational processes and systems to ensure effective regulatory and audit compliance
Applies interdisciplinary, collaborative approach to plan, design, develop, and verify basic lifecycle balanced system of systems and system solutions
Evaluates customer and operational needs to define system performance requirements, integrates technical parameters, and assures compatibility of all interfaces
Supports the planning, organization, implementation, and monitoring of requirements through management processes
This position is exempt from timekeeping requirements under the Fair Labor Standards Act and is not eligible for overtime pay. This position is incentive eligible.
Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field
Twelve (12) years of relevant experience
Three (3) years of supervisory or managerial experience
Preferences
Experience in Technology role in banking or financial services industry
Skills and Competencies
Ability to manage multiple projects
Demonstrated strong organizational skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem solving, and conceptual skills
Additional Job Description
Lead strategic planning and roadmap development for the commercial lending application portfolio, ensuring alignment with business objectives and regulatory requirements
Oversee application lifecycle management from conception through retirement, including technology stack decisions, architecture reviews, and modernization initiatives
Drive portfolio optimization through cloud migration strategies, legacy system modernization, and technology consolidation
Establish and maintain application portfolio governance frameworks, including risk assessment, compliance monitoring, and performance metrics
Champion and implement agile software delivery methodologies across commercial lending development teams, including Scrum, Kanban, and scaled agile frameworks where appropriate
Design and execute CI/CD pipeline strategies using AWS-native services and industry-leading tools to achieve rapid, reliable software deployment
Lead the adoption and use of DevSecOps practices, integrating security controls throughout the software delivery lifecycle while maintaining development velocity
Spearhead the integration of generative AI tools and platforms to augment software development, testing, and documentation processes
Drive AWS cloud adoption and migration, including serverless computing, managed services, and cloud-native architecture patterns
Oversee the implementation of Infrastructure as Code (IaC) practices using tools like Terraform
Establish comprehensive observability frameworks using Dynatrace
Leverage container orchestration initiatives using AWS ECS, EKS, and serverless computing platforms like Lambda
Manage and mentor a team of application managers, architects, and delivery leads, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation
Collaborate with business stakeholders, integration partners, compliance teams, and risk management to ensure technology solutions meet regulatory requirements and business needs
Partner with enterprise architecture, cybersecurity, and infrastructure teams to ensure consistent technology standards and practices
Drive cross-functional initiatives with other business units to share best practices and promote technology standardization
Primary Requirements
We are seeking a modern engineering leader who brings a rare blend of entrepreneurial drive, enterprise rigor, and deep technical acumen.
Proven leadership in both startup and enterprise environments, with experience scaling platforms, leading engineering organizations, and driving innovation from concept to production
Hands-on technical expertise in cloud-native architectures, distributed systems, and modern software development practices (CI/CD, DevOps, test automation)
Track record of building high-performing teams, fostering engineering culture, and mentoring senior engineers and managers
Strategic thinking and business alignment, with the ability to translate complex technical challenges into business opportunities
Experience working across fintech, mobility, or enterprise SaaS domains, with a strong understanding of regulatory and compliance frameworks
Passion for continuous improvement, modern architecture patterns (e.g., domain-driven design, event-driven systems), and delivering scalable, maintainable solutions
5+ years of hands-on experience with cloud platforms, preferably AWS, including solution architecture and migration leadership
Candidates must provide concrete evidence of their modern software delivery expertise through:
Transformation case studies: Documented examples of leading software delivery modernization with quantifiable before/after metrics
Technical portfolio: Examples of CI/CD pipelines, infrastructure automation, or cloud architecture designs you've implemented
Innovation examples: Instances where you've successfully introduced cutting-edge technologies or practices that delivered measurable business value
Leadership outcomes: Evidence of teams you've led achieving significant improvements in delivery velocity, quality, or operational efficiency
Speaking engagements or publications: Thought leadership in modern software delivery practices (conferences, blogs, whitepapers, podcasts)
Skills and Competencies
Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment
Demonstrated strong organizational and leadership skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and conceptual thinking abilities
Deep expertise in agile methodologies with proven track record of improving delivery velocity and quality metrics
Advanced knowledge of CI/CD pipelines, automated testing frameworks, and deployment automation using tools like Harness, GitHub Actions, Jenkins, GitLab CI, and/or AWS CodePipeline
Hands-on experience with DevSecOps implementation, including automated security testing, compliance-as-code, and security tool integration
Extensive experience with AWS services including EC2, ECS, EKS, Lambda, RDS, S3, CloudFormation, and monitoring services
Knowledge of Infrastructure as Code tools and practices
Experience implementing observability solutions including logging, monitoring, alerting, and distributed tracing
Onsite Requirement This position is intended to be onsite, now or in the near future. Associates will have regular work hours, including full days in the office three or more days a week. The manager will set the work schedule for this position, including in-office expectations. Regions will not provide relocation assistance for this position, and relocation would be at your expense. This position must be within a reasonable driving distance to Birmingham, AL or Charlotte, NC. Exceptions to the geographic location requirement may be made for current Regions associates who work remotely.
Compensation Details Pay ranges are job specific and are provided as a point-of-market reference for compensation decisions. Other factors which directly impact pay for individual associates include: experience, skills, knowledge, contribution, job location and, most importantly, performance in the job role. As these factors vary by individuals, pay will also vary among individual associates within the same job.
The target information listed below is based on the Metropolitan Statistical Area Market Range for where the position is located and level of the position.
Job Range Target:
Minimum:
$183,597.07 USD
50th Percentile:
$246,456.00 USD
Incentive Pay Plans:
This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary incentive plan. Employees are eligible to receive a discretionary award based on individual, business, and/or company performance. Opportunity to participate in the Long Term Incentive Plan.
Location Charlotte, North Carolina
Equal Opportunity Employer/including Disabled/Veterans
Job applications at Regions are accepted electronically through our career site for a minimum of five business days from the date of posting. Job postings for higher-volume positions may remain active for longer than the minimum period due to business need and may be closed at any time thereafter at the discretion of the company.
#J-18808-Ljbffr