Location: Buffalo, NY
Work arrangement: Hybrid
Work type: Full-time
Compensation: $201200 – $335300 Annual
A large Northeast regional bank is at a pivotal moment of growth and transformation and is seeking a senior technology leader to help shape the future of its Commercial Technology division. This opportunity offers the best of both worlds: the agility and entrepreneurial spirit of a mid-sized institution, combined with the scale, stability, and sophistication of a top-tier financial institution. With a strong capital foundation and an expanding national footprint, the organization is well positioned for continued innovation and growth.
Location: Hybrid — Buffalo, NY
Reporting into the CIO of Commercial Technology, this role will lead the engineering strategy and execution for Treasury Management, Corporate Card, Merchant Card, and digital/web-based commercial products. You will play a critical leadership role in delivering modern, scalable, and client-centric solutions that power key Commercial Banking capabilities. Relocation to Buffalo, NY is required as this is a hybrid role.
## Primary Responsibilities
**Lead Domain Technology Strategy & Execution**
Define and execute the technology roadmap for Treasury Management and Card Platforms, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture, Commercial Banking strategy, and client experience objectives. Drive delivery across a portfolio of high-impact initiatives, including:
* Treasury Management platforms (payments, receivables, liquidity, fraud, pricing, onboarding)
* Corporate and Merchant Card systems (processing, rewards, servicing, integration)
* Digital and web-based commercial banking capabilities
* Enhancements to Commercial Portal, Cash Management and related client-facing platforms
* Onboarding and Servicing tools
**Engineering & Solution Leadership**
Lead multiple engineering teams (size ~60), responsible for building, integrating, and supporting critical Commercial Banking platforms. Develop scalable, secure, and high-performing technology solutions. Establish engineering best practices, including modern SDLC, DevOps, and automation. Ensure strong architectural alignment across platforms and lines of business. Provide hands-on technical direction and guidance to engineering leaders.
**Business & Cross-Line Collaboration**
Act as a trusted advisor and technology partner to business stakeholders across:
* Institutional Client Services
* Commercial Banking
* Retail and Small Business Banking
Provide consulting and strategic input to help shape product roadmaps, prioritize investments, and deliver innovative customer solutions.
**Drive Innovation & Transformation**
Champion modernization initiatives across Treasury Management and Card ecosystems:
* Replace or upgrade legacy platforms with modern, cloud-enabled technologies
* Improve straight-through processing and digital capabilities
* Introduce emerging technologies to enhance client experience and operational efficiency
* Lead continuous improvement efforts across products and platforms
* Adopt AI delivery practices in line with bank policy and standards
**Operational Excellence & Delivery**
Ensure strong execution across all technology initiatives within your domain:
* Oversee delivery timelines, budgets, and resource allocation
* Maintain high standards of system performance, reliability, and scalability
* Track and report on key performance metrics and outcomes
* Partner with CIO and senior leadership on planning and prioritization
**Vendor & Product Management**
Manage strategic vendor relationships and product ecosystems supporting Treasury and Card capabilities:
* Evaluate and implement third-party solutions
* Optimize vendor performance and cost efficiency
* Ensure alignment with long-term technology strategy
**Risk, Compliance & Governance**
Maintain strong governance and controls across all supported platforms:
* Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and internal risk frameworks
* Proactively identify and mitigate technology and operational risks
* Partner with Risk, Audit, and Compliance teams to ensure adherence to standards
**People Leadership & Culture**
Lead and develop a team of engineering leaders and technologists:
* Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, and collaboration
* Build and retain high-performing, diverse teams
* Provide mentorship and career development opportunities
* Promote inclusive leadership aligned with organizational values
## Education And Experience Required
* A combined minimum of 15 years' higher education and/or work experience, including a minimum of 4 years' engineering and/or architecture experience and 11 years' large technology management / program leadership experience including people management
* Minimum of 5+ years' managerial experience leading technical teams
* Deep understanding of Treasury Management, Payments, Card Technology, or Digital Banking platforms
* Experience delivering complex, multi-system technology initiatives
* Strong knowledge of system development life cycle (SDLC), architecture, and integration patterns
* Proven ability to influence across business and technology stakeholders
* Demonstrated success leading multiple teams across different business domains
* Experience delivering solutions using Agile methodologies
## Education And Experience Preferred
* Bachelor or Master degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
* Strong experience in financial services, particularly Commercial Banking or Payments
* Experience supporting multiple lines of business (Commercial, Retail, Small Business)
* Strong understanding of modern engineering practices (cloud, APIs, microservices, DevOps)
* Ability to translate business strategy into technical execution
* Experience performing solutions delivery using Scaled Agile Framework
* Exceptional problem-solving, communication, and executive presentation skills
Compensation: $201200 – $335300 Annual