[Hiring] Director of Technology - Core Banking @BECU

Role Description

As Director of Technology – Core Banking, you will play a pivotal role in aligning technology strategy with business goals while driving the delivery of enterprise-scale initiatives. You will help shape the future of core banking technology by advancing platform modernization, supporting digital transformation, and promoting modern architecture practices across Cloud, Data, APIs, and DevOps.

• Oversee technology roadmaps, manage engineering and delivery teams, and implement agile practices.
• Accountable for end-to-end delivery execution across enterprise core banking platforms.
• Drive modernization program discipline, cross-team sequencing, and dependency management to improve delivery predictability and transparency.

Qualifications

• Required Qualifications:
• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related field.
• Minimum 7 years of people leader experience, including leading technology teams with accountability for execution outcomes and program performance.
• Minimum 8 years of information technology experience with demonstrated expertise in application design, including exposure to large-scale platforms or program delivery.
• Domain experience with Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) and/or Infrastructure/Operations and/or financial products (i.e., Core Banking, Credit Card, Mortgage, Auto Loan, Deposits, etc.).
• Experience building technology platforms and teams with experience driving end-to-end delivery and cross-team coordination.
• Desired Qualifications:
• Advanced degree.
• Experience managing complex, cross-functional programs with multiple dependencies and vendor accountability.
• Experience with core banking platforms or financial system implementations (e.g., Fiserv/DNA).
• Experience in communicating with users, other technical teams, and product management to understand requirements and technical designs.
• Delivery experience working under an Agile/Scrum methodology.
• Working experience of software engineering best practices including CI/CD, testing, and operations.
• Experience leading technology delivery across complex API, integration, and cloud-based environments.
• Knowledge of modern application architecture, software engineering practices, and enterprise technology platforms.
• Experience partnering with architecture, engineering, and infrastructure teams to deliver large-scale technology programs.
• Experience managing technology vendors and implementation partners within complex enterprise environments.

Requirements

• Develop and maintain a deep understanding of business processes, priorities, and challenges.
• Lead technical requirements, engineering efforts, and delivery execution for core banking initiatives.
• Manage collaboration with business units to develop specific technology platforms.
• Serve as a trusted subject matter expert by identifying innovative market solutions.
• Coach, mentor, and develop team members.
• Drive improvements across the software development lifecycle.
• Lead and/or oversee projects being delivered to assigned business areas.
• Own delivery execution across enterprise programs.
• Establish strong governance practices and delivery frameworks.
• Provide leadership across governance forums and initiative reviews.
• Participate in the development and execution of annual operating plans.
• Ensure technology initiatives are appropriately planned and funded.
• Review vendor contracts and Statements of Work (SOWs).
• Collaborate with stakeholders to define roadmaps and optimize feature delivery.
• Establish and track OKRs and KPIs that align teams to strategic objectives.
• Stay informed on emerging technologies, trends, and best practices.
• Build and cultivate a collaborative, agile, and quality-focused technology organization.

Benefits

• 401(k) Company Match (up to 3%).
• 4% annual contribution to your 401(k) by BECU.
• Medical, Dental and Vision (family contributions as well).
• PTO Program + Exchange Program.
• Tuition Reimbursement Program.
• BECU Cares volunteer time off + donation match.

Company Description

Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.

With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU.