[Skip to main content](#main-content) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) [Hiring report](/reports/hiring/) · [All First Citizens Bank (NC) jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-citizens-bank-nc/) · [Search jobs](/search/) First Citizens Bank (NC) · Raleigh, North Carolina # Lead Software Engineer Raleigh, North Carolina Remote Full-time Manager or lead Software Engineering Listed on First Citizens Bank (NC)’s official careers site. Posted September 24, 2026. Check that it is still open and apply there. [Apply on First Citizens Bank (NC)’s careers site →](https://external-firstcitizens.icims.com/jobs/34752/login) [OpenNash Jobs](https://jobs.opennash.com/) / [First Citizens Bank (NC)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-citizens-bank-nc/) / Lead Software Engineer ## Job description ### Overview This is a remote role that may be hired in several markets across the United States. Priority given to those candidates located in North Carolina, Arizona, Texas and Florida. Lead Software Engineer ### Cobol, CICS, VSAM, DB2 Overview - This position, withing the Core Banking development and support team, is responsible for all phases of data processing system projects, from requirements definition to installation. Leads technical efforts in the development, implementation, and maintenance of complex systems. Develops test plans, software, and procedures that improve processing capabilities. Supports productions systems by resolving complicated issues and ensuring ongoing functionality. Serves as a technical expert and may provide a leadership role for less experienced associates in the work group. ### Responsibilities & Qualifications Duties & Responsibilities: System Enhancement - Leads team efforts to evaluate and improve department systems, processes, and applications. Utilizes programming specifications to construct modules, develop testing methods, and assists with designing training materials. Designs and executes test plans to validate application functions. Designs modifications that fit within existing system architecture. ### Business Support - Provides technical support to production systems by addressing complex issues, anticipating maintenance requirements, and ensuring functionality for end user needs. Develops technical solutions to unique system problems. Leads major projects, delegates tasks, and ensures quality results. ### Technical Expertise - Utilizes expertise to mentor and train associates within the work group. Participates in special projects and meetings as needed to convey critical technical insight. Serves as a technical resource for management, associates, and business units. ### Data Analysis - Collects data related to user requests and determines scope, time estimates, and system impacts. Inspects business specifications, programming specifications, coding, test plans, documentation, and implementation plans for accuracy. ### Provides 24/7 on call rotations Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree and 6 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance OR High School Diploma or GED and 10 years of experience in Software application development and maintenance Preferred Area of Study: Computer Science Preferred Area of Experience: Debit and Credit Cards experience a plus Preferred Qualifications: Advanced experience with COBOL, CICS, VSAM, DB2, Easytrieve, JCL Familiarity with source code repository Changeman a plus Experience with ServiceNow or other information technology service ticketing systems - Proven ability to resolve conflicting situations, to move process and people forward - Ability to build strong collaborative and productive relationships - Ability to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, on a rotating basis In depth knowledge and experience with System Life Cycle Development methodologies such as Waterfall and Agile Previous banking experience is a plus Additional Information This job posting is expected to remain active for 45 days from the initial posting date listed above. If it is necessary to extend this deadline, the posting will remain active as appropriate. Job postings may come down early due to business need or a high volume of applicants. This job posting has been extended until October 2, 2026. If hired in North Carolina, the base pay for this position is generally between $130,109 and $154,000. 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](https://jobs.firstcitizens.com/benefits). ## At a glance - Posted by the employer: Sep 24, 2026 - First seen by OpenNash: Oct 10, 2026 - Last checked: Oct 17, 2026 - Listed for: 23 days - Location: Raleigh, North Carolina - Work arrangement: Remote - Employment type: Full-time[Apply on First Citizens Bank (NC)’s careers site →](https://external-firstcitizens.icims.com/jobs/34752/login) ## More jobs at First Citizens Bank (NC) ### [Software Engineer Consultant - Appian](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-citizens-bank-nc/jobs/9a7768c51eedb5c209c3/) Raleigh, North Carolina ### [Enterprise Architecture Governance Analyst (Remote)](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-citizens-bank-nc/jobs/c7a4c660c3799ff025c4/) Raleigh, North Carolina ### [Principal Delivery Lead](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-citizens-bank-nc/jobs/3ea7cfe70029c1574024/) Raleigh, North Carolina ### [Senior Commercial Resolution Officer I](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-citizens-bank-nc/jobs/c2669e7d5434339ac324/) Raleigh, North Carolina ### [Senior Data Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/first-citizens-bank-nc/jobs/7d5b3ef034d1277b1f08/) Raleigh, North Carolina ## Similar jobs at other companies ### [Software Engineer/Sr. Software Engineer](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/194f63de625f0dce008e/) Microsoft · United States, Washington, Redmond ### [Senior Software Engineer/Software Engineer II](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/microsoft/jobs/533e77af5ee9c7fa5145/) Microsoft · United States, Washington, Redmond ### [Software and Data Engineer - Software Engineer III- Agentic Pricing](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/jpmorganchase/jobs/1adbc421af4b64b8e0c5/) JPMorganChase · Jersey City, NJ, United States ### [Software Developer/Software Engineer in Test](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/general-dynamics/jobs/229bce1af89aceaed99c/) General Dynamics · Falls Church, VA, US ### [Software Engineer II – Embedded Software](https://jobs.opennash.com/companies/bae-systems/jobs/9325424177b18e460029/) BAE Systems · Merrimack, New Hampshire, United States OpenNash lists jobs from employers’ own careers sites and does not handle applications. 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