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Application Developer Vice President

Job Level:  Vice President
Job Function:  IT and Digital Development
Location: 

Tralee, IE

Employment Type:  Full Time
Requisition ID:  6321

SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

 

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

 

  • This is a hybrid role, requiring the successful candidate to attend our Tralee office.

Role Description

SMBC is seeking a Senior Full Stack Developer, you will be highly experienced and hands-on Senior Full Stack Developer in building and deploying enterprise-grade web applications. The ideal candidate excels in React.js and Java/Node-based backends, has a deep understanding of object-oriented programming, and is proficient in designing and implementing RESTful APIs within a microservices architecture. Strong experience with Microsoft Azure, modern DevOps practices, and Agile methodologies is essential.

This role will report to the Executive Director of Corporate Banking Application Development

Role Objectives: Delivery

  • Lead the design and development of applications using React.js (frontend) and Java (backend, e.g., Spring Boot)/TypeScript (Node.js).
  • Architect and implement scalable microservices and RESTful APIs.
  • Apply advanced object-oriented programming (OOP) principles and design patterns.
  • Build clean, responsive, and accessible user interfaces using HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and TypeScript.
  • Develop and deploy cloud-native solutions leveraging Azure services including:
    • API Management (APIM)
    • Event Hub
    • Azure Functions
    • App Services
    • PostgreSQL
  • Work with relational (SQL) and non-relational (NoSQL) databases and integration layers.
  • Guide Agile development practices including sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives.
  • Collaborate with product, DevOps, and QA teams to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Qualifications and Skills

  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Azure or cloud-related certifications.
  • Proven leadership in cross-functional teams and Agile environments.
  • 8+ years of professional software development experience in full stack roles.
  • Expert-level skills in React.js, Java, and web application architecture.
  • Strong knowledge of object-oriented design, data structures, and algorithms.
  • Demonstrated experience with RESTful API development and microservices.
  • Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
  • Deep experience with Microsoft Azure services (APIM, Azure Functions, etc.).
  • Strong understanding of SQL/NoSQL databases and data modeling.
  • Experience with Agile development, CI/CD practices, 
  • Docker, and Kubernetes is a plus
  • Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate a self-motivated and disciplined approach to learning and working.
  • Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate leadership skills when needed.
  • Possess a highly developed sense of personal accountability and follow-through with an ability to effectively prioritize multiple personal tasks, projects, and goals.

Additional Requirements

SMBC’s employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.

 

SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.

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