IS Technical Specialist (Backend Java Dev)

Description

Huntington Bank is seeking a Java Fuse Developer - IS Technical Specialist  to help deliver Java‑based, REST API–driven microservices aligned with our enterprise architecture roadmap. This role will design and implement complex, mission‑critical IT solutions that support the bank’s enterprise technology strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and deliver high‑quality software solutions in agile or waterfall environments
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver technology that drives value for colleagues, customers, and the business
• Analyze business requirements and translate them into technical solutions
• Communicate effectively with business and technical stakeholders
• Serve as the primary technical owner for assigned projects and deliverables

Duties

• Analyze, design, and develop systems based on user specifications
• Provide technical support for resolving software or hardware issues
• Maintain strong knowledge of development tools, frameworks, and industry trends
• Mentor or support less experienced staff as needed
• Serve as project leader for designated initiatives
• Complete additional tasks as assigned

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5+ years of relevant experience developing business/technical solutions using:
  • Java, WebSphere, REST APIs, Spring Boot, Fuse, GCP, Kafka, JSON
• 5+ years of experience with:
  • DevOps, CI/CD, container-based development, and cloud deployment architectures

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational, analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities
• Experience supporting cross-business initiatives
• Deep understanding of agile concepts (Scrum, Kanban)
• Strong communication skills for interacting with leadership and cross-functional teams
• Experience with fraud technology solutions
• Hands-on expertise in Java, OOP, J2EE, REST, Spring Boot, and full web development lifecycle
• Experience with SQL and RDBMS (Oracle, MySQL)
• Hands-on experience with Google NoSQL databases (Bigtable or MongoDB)
• Experience with  with Cloud SQL (MySQL/PostgreSQL) on GCP
• Proven ability to troubleshoot and debug complex applications
• Experience building microservices (Spring Boot), and working with Jenkins, Kubernetes
• Experience with JAX‑RS, Swagger, and API documentation/testing tools
• Experience with Git/SVN/CSV repository strategies and code migrations
• Strong SQL skills (queries, stored procedures, triggers) with Oracle and DB2
• Knowledge of data structures and algorithms
• Experience with JWT for authentication/authorization
• Proficiency with Maven build automation
• Experience with GCP (Cloud Run, Terraform, Big Data, BigQuery)
• At least 3 years of experience leading development teams

Exempt Status: (Yes = not eligible for overtime pay) (No = eligible for overtime pay)

Workplace Type:

Our Approach to Office Workplace Type

Certain positions outside our branch network may be eligible for a flexible work arrangement. We’re combining the best of both worlds:  in-office and work from home. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. Remote roles will also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for moments that matter. Specific work arrangements will be provided by the hiring team.

Compensation Range:

The compensation range represents the anticipated low and high end of the base compensation range for this position. Actual compensation will vary based on various factors including but not limited to location, experience, and education.  Colleagues in this position are also eligible to participate in an applicable incentive compensation plan.  In addition, Huntington provides a variety of benefits to colleagues, including health insurance coverage, wellness program, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plan, paid leave programs, paid holidays and paid time off (PTO). 

Huntington is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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Note to Agency Recruiters:  Huntington will not pay a fee for any placement resulting from the receipt of an unsolicited resume.  All unsolicited resumes sent to any Huntington colleagues, directly or indirectly, will be considered Huntington property. Recruiting agencies must have a valid, written and fully executed Master Service Agreement and Statement of Work for consideration.