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Fit analysis

The candidate is a highly skilled full-stack architect with proven experience building complex, high-availability systems and leading technical implementations. However, the job requires deep expertise in Java/Spring Boot, which is not demonstrated on the resume.

Where you fit

  • Designing and deploying complex, scalable systems: Proven by developing Colony Watch for 1,800+ assets and architecting high-performance B2B portals using Next.js.
  • Real-time integration expertise: Demonstrated through establishing critical telemetry pipelines in Rust/JavaScript and integrating live blockchain nodes via Hasura/GraphQL.
  • API Integration & Data Management: Extensive experience integrating multiple third-party APIs (e.g., product configurators, billing systems) and managing complex data flows using GraphQL and PostgreSQL.
  • Operational Leadership & Process Improvement: Successfully managed end-to-end operations during rapid growth phases and achieved measurable business improvements, such as optimizing B2B quote accuracy by 30%.
  • Infrastructure Deployment: Experience designing and implementing scalable power and network infrastructure for zero-disruption equipment rollouts.

Where you may struggle

  • Java/Spring Boot Expertise: The job requires advanced knowledge of Java 11+ and the Spring/Spring Boot framework, which is not mentioned anywhere on the resume. This is a significant technical gap.
  • Microservice Architecture Depth: While the candidate builds complex systems, there is no explicit evidence detailing experience modifying or operating within modern microservice-based enterprise architectures using required tools (e.g., specific service mesh patterns).
  • Team Leadership/Mentoring: The JD requires tangible examples of leading development teams to successful deployments and coaching/mentoring senior developers; the resume shows project leadership but not formal mentorship responsibilities.
  • Enterprise Domain Knowledge: Lack of experience in the financial services or banking domain (Credit Cards, Risk Underwriting), which is a preferred area for this role.

Cover letter

Job description
Overview This is a remote role that may only be hired in the following location(s): AZ, FL, GA, NY, NC and TX. We are looking for a hands-on Software Engineer to join our growingCorporate Credit Card delivery team, which provides technology solutions and integration services in following areas: Corporate Credit Cards, Credit Card Risk Underwriting, Credit Card Portfolio Management, and Merchant Services. We have a highly engaged team of engineers and are driving a new custom developed platform and implementing automated testing on all newly developed projects. Come join us as part of this exciting space where you can dig in the details with other developers and the business, as well as have fun sharpening your technical skills and designing solutions for problems that don’t yet have answers. We are looking for people who have a passion for development and leading teams. The ideal candidate is a seasoned software developer with a history of operating in large enterprise environment who has designed and led implementation of medium to large sized systems. Banking experience is preferred, but not necessary. This individual would have tangible examples of how they have led development teams to successful deployments, coached and mentored senior developers, and have driven an enterprise level design of a system(s). They will also be able to clearly communicate and express complex ideas not only with tech leads and team members, but also business product owners, as well as external teams, while establishing a working relationship built on trust through delivery. Responsibilities & Qualifications Duties & Responsibilities: Partner with the business and architects to design and develop technical solutions that meet user needs with respect to functionality, performance, scalability, and reliability. Lead multiple tech leads who oversee SCRUM teams within the domain providing coaching, and an escalation path for troubleshooting Drives domain wide change initiatives improving quality, speed, and throughput of the shop Oversee proactive maintenance on our existing Iaas/SaaS and on premise applications within the Digital, Cards, Risk, and Merchant Services to ensure our mission critical systems remain stable, are able to scale as our business grows, and remain fit-for-purpose. Coordinate and assist with troubleshooting of code defects, data errors and configuration problems to determine the origin of application error. Know how to support Business critical/ complex applications. Exercises Judgement within defined procedures and practices to determine appropriate action. Drive departmental best practices, guidelines implementation and adhere to standards. Show expertise in designing and developing real-time integrations, file-based integrations and be able to optimize the use of database level processing. Demonstrate empathy with developer and poses an innate desire to create a superlative developer experience down to the last detail. Have a deep love of building elegant, maintainable, well-documented, secure code. Always work to improve oneself and constructively support the team around them. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science with3+ Years of experience. Intermediate to Strong experience designing or modifying modern microservice based systems Advanced interpersonal skills including communication and negotiation Advanced knowledge and experience with Java 11+ Advanced knowledge and experience with Standard Design Patterns such as Factories, Command, Facade, Adapter, and more. Advanced knowledge and experience with OOD/OOA Advanced knowledge and experience with Spring and Spring Boot frameworks Advanced knowledge and experience with REST and APIs Advanced knowledge and experience with Unit Test and Mocking frameworks Advanced knowledge and experience with git Advanced knowledge and experience with Postman Advanced knowledge and experience with Docker and Kubernetes Advanced knowledge and experience with Scrum and Agile Advanced knowledge and experience with wikis Preferred Experience Automation Testing Framework Development React UI Development Gitlab Pipeline Development Additional Information If hired in New York, the base pay for this position is generally between $117,000 and $135,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits. Qualifications: If hired in New York, the base pay for this position is generally between $117,000 and $135,000. Actual starting base pay will be determined based on skills, experience, location, and other non-discriminatory factors permitted by law. For some roles, total compensation may also include variable incentives, bonuses, benefits, and/or other awards as outlined in the offer of employment. Benefits are an integral part of total rewards and First Citizens Bank is committed to providing a competitive, thoughtfully designed and quality benefits program to meet the needs of our associates. More information can be found at https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits. Education:UNAVAILABLEEmployment Type: FULL_TIME

Questions from the bot

Do you have hands-on experience with Java 11+? If so, what kind of applications did you build?
Can you describe your experience using the Spring Boot framework? What architectural patterns did you implement?
Have you been responsible for coaching or mentoring senior developers within a formal Scrum team structure?

Timeline

2026-10-17 21:46:20
scored 75: The candidate is a highly skilled full-stack architect with proven experience building complex, high-availability systems and leading technical implementations. However, the job requires deep expertise in Java/Spring Boot, which is not demonstrated on the resume.
2026-10-17 21:44:09
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