Sr. Specialist, Application Development

Sr. Specialist, Application Development Country: United States of America It Starts Here: Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.  This is more than a strategic shift.  It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference. If you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You! The Difference You Make: The Sr. Specialist, Application Development develops and maintains software applications and develops programs in required language to meet project schedule. The incumbent maintains and supports existing software applications, identifies and resolves basic application issues and bugs; escalates complex application issues to management for resolution. Assists in the configuration and administration of the Company's systems or applications to ensure changes are methodologically planned, executed and verified. Develop and maintain applications within the auto lending / consumer finance originations domain Leverage AI-driven development tools and practices to improve code quality, accelerate delivery, and enhance team productivity Navigate a complex enterprise environment with multiple stakeholders, legacy systems, and rigorous change-management processes while maintaining a solution-oriented mindset Assists in the configuration and administration of the Company's systems or applications to ensure changes are methodologically planned, executed and verified. Assists in analyzing and deploying hardware or software updates and other patch management directives. Responds to inquiries and refers issues to the appropriate department or person, and exhibits the necessary follow through with customers and/or staff involved. Contribute to the implementation of all IT related policies and procedures. Recommends enhancements to existing software and applications to improve effectiveness. Configure and administer systems or applications to ensure changes are methodologically planned, executed and verified. What You Bring: To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to effectively use AI-assisted coding tools to augment development productivity Openness to adopting emerging AI technologies and integrating them into daily engineering practices Patience and persistence when working within enterprise-scale systems that involve extensive review cycles, regulatory requirements, and cross-functional coordination Resilience and adaptability in a fast-paced, highly regulated financial services environment where priorities can shift and obstacles require creative problem-solving Comfort operating in environments with complex deployment processes, multiple approval gates, and strict compliance standards Education: Bachelor’s Degree: in related field or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education - Required Qualifications: 3+ Years Information Technology, Technical Application Development, or similar experience. - Required. 3+ Years Experience providing customer support for IT systems or applications. - Preferred. 3+ Years Experience writing technical documentation for both technical and nontechnical audiences. - Preferred. Analytical and problem-solving skills. 3+ years' experience with C# and .NET (Core and/or Framework) — Required Experience with Angular or similar front-end frameworks — Preferred Experience with SQL Server and relational database design — Preferred Experience building and consuming RESTful Web APIs — Preferred Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines (Azure DevOps preferred) — Preferred Experience leveraging AI-assisted development tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, AI code generation, AI-powered code review) to accelerate software delivery — Preferred Familiarity with prompt engineering and integrating AI/ML capabilities into development workflows — Preferred Certifications: No Certifications listed for this job. It Would Be Nice For You To Have: Established work history or equivalent demonstrated through a combination of work experience, training, military service, or education. Work Authorization & Sponsorship: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis without requiring employer sponsorship to commence employment. What Else You Need To Know: The base pay range for this position is posted below and represents the annualized salary range. For hourly positions (non-exempt), the annual range is based on a 40-hour work week. The exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, training, licensure and certifications and location. Base Pay Range: Minimum: $76,875.00 USD Maximum: $130,000.00 USD We Value Your Impact: Your contribution matters and it’s recognized.  You can expect a fair and competitive rewards package that reflects the impact you create and the value you deliver. We know rewards go beyond numbers.  Offering more than just a paycheck our benefits are designed to support you, your family and your well-being, now and into the future. Santander Benefits - 2026 Santander OnGoing/NH eGuide (foleon.com)  Risk Culture: We embrace a strong risk culture and all of our professionals at all levels are expected to take a proactive and responsible approach toward risk management. EEO Statement: At Santander, we value and respect differences in our workforce. We actively encourage ever