DescriptionnnAt Citizens, we’re more than a bank and as a part of our team you’re made ready for a fulfilling career with exciting new challenges and opportunities to stretch yourself! As a Principal Software Engineer you will be working to develop and deliver web and mobile banking applications in a Digital first transformative team. You will use your technical expertise, inquisitive mind and thirst for innovation to deliver solutions and enhance the experience for customers of Citizens Consumer Bank. Your varied experience and knowledge of cloud native and hybrid applications, modern architectural patterns, programming languages and frameworks will enable you to lead the delivery of cutting edge solutions with speed and quality.nn3 Days Hybrid from one of the following locations: Johnston, RI, Phoenix, AZ or Westwood, MA offices.nnThe Principal Software Engineer will be responsible for:nnWorking as a Full Stack Developer to design and develop applications ensuring both the success of the product and adherence to enterprise architecture principles.nnParticipating in an environment using Agile methodology, adhering to best practices and collaborating effectively with team mates.nnDesigning, modifying, developing and implementing modern, architecturally sound components, tools and applications to meet mission-driven strategic business goals.nnInfusing quality of service characteristics, such as scalability, manageability and maintainability, into distributed service-based framework to create or expand business or technical capabilities.nnEmploying industry best practices to evaluate, correct and prevent vulnerabilities during the software development process.nnServing as a peer-leader, encouraging a culture of innovation and accountability while adhering to Agile best practices.nnRequired Qualificationsnn7+ years of hands-on software development, with proven experience in developing and supporting commercial software productsnnDemonstrated ability to lead and mentor software engineersnnExperience with NodeJS and popular Node frameworksnnHands on experience with Java, Spring, SpringBootnnWorking knowledge of front end frameworks such as Angular, React or similar.nnGood understanding of security protocols such as OAuth SAML and experience Implementing technology security policies, processes and procedures to proactively protect, monitor, investigate and resolve threats to a secure user environment and company assets.nnExperience delivering and supporting containerized solutions using Docker, Kubernetes, OpenShiftnnAWS/AZURE/GCP experience, including managing sensitive assetsnnStrong working knowledge of SDLC, Site Reliability Engineering processes, CI/CD tooling like Jenkins, Git, Bitbucket, Nexus etc.nnMust have working knowledge of relational databases such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, Oracle or similar and NoSQL databases such as MongoDB, Cassandra, DynamoDB or similarnnUnderstand data structure concepts such as linked lists, dictionaries, arrays, custom object creation etcnnHands on experience working with code quality and code coverage toolsnnBash and Linux experiencennStrong communication (both oral and written) and interpersonal skillsnnDesired QualificationsnnExperience with streaming frameworks/platforms like Kafka, Kinesis, SQS or Stormnn3+ years of experience in the financial services industry, developing solutions for consumer banking, portfolio management, trading, compliance or wealth managementnnUnderstanding of banking system and custodial and consumer banking operationsnnExperience with Domain Driven Design and CQRSnnEducation and CertificationsnnRequired: Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics or related disciplinennPreferred: Cloud certifications such as AWS Solutions Architect or DevelopernnPay TransparencynnThe salary range for this position is $127,000 - $ 160,000 per year plus an opportunity to earn an annual discretionary bonus. Actual pay is based on various factors including but not limited to the work location, and relevant skills and experience.nnWe offer competitive pay, comprehensive medical, dental and vision coverage, retirement benefits, maternity/paternity leave, flexible work arrangements, education reimbursement, wellness programs and more. Note, Citizens’ paid time off policy exceeds the mandatory, paid sick or paid time-away policy of very local and state jurisdiction in the United States. For an overview of our benefits, visit job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.nnSome job boards have started using jobseeker-reported data to estimate salary ranges for roles. If you apply and qualify for this role, a recruiter will discuss accurate pay guidance.nnEqual Employment OpportunitynnAt Citizens, we are committed to fostering an inclusive culture that enables colleagues to bring their best selves to work every day. Employment decisions are based solely on experience, performance, and ability. Citizens, its parent, subsidiaries, and related companies (Citizens) provide equal employment and advancement opportunities to all colleagues and applicants for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, citizenship, physical or mental disability, perceived disability or history or record of a disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression (including transgender individuals who are transitioning, have transitioned, or are perceived to be transitioning to the gender with which they identify), genetic information, genetic characteristic, marital or domestic partner status, victim of domestic violence, family status/parenthood, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, pregnancy/childbirth/lactation, colleague’s or a dependent’s reproductive health decision making, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or any other category protected by federal, state and/or local laws.nnEqual Employment and Opportunity EmployernnCitizens is a brand name of Citizens Bank, N.A. and each of its respective affiliates.nnWhy Work for UsnnAt Citizens, you'll find a customer-centric culture built around helping our customers and giving back to our local communities. When you join our team, you are part of a supportive and collaborative workforce, with access to training and tools to accelerate your potential and maximize your career growthnnBackground ChecknnAny offer of employment is conditioned upon the candidate successfully passing a background check, which may include initial credit, motor vehicle record, public record, prior employment verification, and criminal background checks. Results of the background check are individually reviewed based upon legal requirements imposed by our regulators and with consideration of the nature and gravity of the background history and the job offered. Any offer of employment will include further information.nn02/28/2025