Jobs at First Citizens Bank

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First Citizens Bank, founded in 1913 and headquartered in Winston‑Salem, NC, has grown into a regional powerhouse with operations across 13 states. Its reputation in tech centers on delivering secure digital banking experiences, leveraging AI for credit risk scoring, and building a modern mobile app ecosystem that serves millions of customers.

The bank actively recruits software engineers (front‑end, back‑end, full‑stack), data scientists, product managers, cybersecurity specialists, cloud operations experts, and UX/UI designers. Candidates can anticipate a collaborative environment that emphasizes mentorship, continuous learning, and a clear career progression path, backed by competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits.

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Manager, Cross Border Payments

Company: Standard Bank Group

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 28, 2025

Standard Bank Group, a leading African-focused financial services group, is seeking a candidate with a first degree in Banking or Finance and Accounting, and 34 years of experience in payments operations, data analysis, and computer literacy. The role involves implementing strategic initiatives and tactical solutions across the TxBO Due Diligence and Payment Processing value chain to drive continuous improvement. The ideal candidate should possess behavioral competencies such as articulating information, directing people, embracing change, establishing rapport, examining information, interpreting data, making decisions, managing tasks, providing insights, pursuing goals, resolving conflict, and team working. Technical competencies required include data analysis, data management administration, local market knowledge, manual deal or trade processing, project reporting, root cause analysis, and settlement systems.

Head, Cross Border Payments

Company: Standard Bank Group

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 28, 2025

Standard Bank Group is seeking a seasoned professional with over 10 years of cross-border payment experience for a leadership role in Transaction Banking. The ideal candidate will lead and manage the end-to-end solution capability for the Transaction Banking solution portfolio, develop strategic plans, and set effective targets to achieve portfolio P&L goals. They will also be responsible for creating and implementing a 3-year strategic roadmap, defining a competitive cross-border payments portfolio value proposition, and managing a team to achieve objectives. The role requires a comprehensive understanding of the overall firm and competitive environment, as well as the ability to drive and manage the display and understanding of relevant legislation, regulations, and solution requirements within relevant geographies.

Assistant Manager, Virtual Relationship Center

Company: First Entertainment Credit Union

Location: Hollywood

Posted Jan 28, 2025

First Entertainment Credit Union is seeking an experienced Assistant Manager for the Virtual Relationship Center. The ideal candidate will play a crucial role in managing daily operations, ensuring smooth functioning, and providing exceptional member service. The position involves leading a team, managing staff, driving sales and service excellence, and contributing to the credit union's key results. Responsibilities include managing day-to-day operations, maintaining compliance, leading and training staff, handling escalated member transactions, promoting marketing campaigns, mitigating fraud, conducting quality assurance checks, assisting with business development events, and implementing an outbound calling program. Requirements include a two-year college degree or equivalent, at least five years of work experience in a financial institution, proven success in exceeding goals, cash handling experience, advanced banking industry knowledge, excellent customer service skills, thorough knowledge of credit union products and services, and proficiency in using MS Office products.

webMethods Software Developer

Company: Standard Bank Group

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 27, 2025

Standard Bank Group is seeking a skilled developer with at least 3 years of experience in webMethods Integration Services and BPM development. The ideal candidate should have experience in building UI applications using Angular, Vue, Ajax, or Python scripting tools, and a certification in AWS Cloud. Knowledge of Microsoft SQL Server or Oracle databases, Agile methodologies, and DevOps environments is highly beneficial. The role involves designing, coding, testing, debugging, and maintaining programs, working within a collaborative team environment, and interpreting user requirements.

UI Motion Designer

Company: Zopa Bank

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 28, 2025

Zopa, a peer-to-peer lending company founded in 2005, has evolved into Zopa Bank, focusing on customer needs and redefining the finance industry. They are recognized for their innovative approach and have been named one of the UK's Most Loved Workplaces. Zopa is seeking a UI Motion Designer to join their team, emphasizing the importance of collaboration, proactive design, and adherence to brand guidelines. The company values flexible working and promotes diversity and inclusion.

Analyst, Financial Crime Compliance

Company: Standard Bank Group

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 27, 2025

Standard Bank Group is a leading African-focused financial services group, offering a variety of career-enhancing opportunities and the chance to work alongside talented professionals. The company is passionate about creating growth in Africa and bringing meaningful value to clients and communities. The job description involves conducting in-depth investigations related to terrorist financing, money laundering, bribery, corruption, and other suspicious activities to ensure compliance and avoid operational losses, fines, penalties, or reputational damage. The role requires a minimum of 34 years of experience in bank processes, products, systems, and dealing with different stakeholders. The candidate must have expertise in Anti-Fraud, Bribery, Market Abuse, Money Laundering, and Combatting Financing of Terrorism, Surveillance Analytics, and Investigation. Behavioral and technical competencies include articulating information, following procedures, interacting with people, interpreting data, managing tasks, meeting timescales, providing insights, taking action, team working, upholding standards, compliance, financial industry regulatory framework, fraud detection and management, legal compliance, and promoting good governance, risk, and control.

Financial Crimes Analyst II

Company: Lead Bank

Location: Remote

Posted Jan 28, 2025

Lead is a fintech company offering banking infrastructure for embedded financial products and services. They operate an FDIC-insured bank in Kansas City, Missouri, with offices in San Francisco, Sunnyvale, and New York City. The company is built for a dynamic financial landscape, blending regulatory and technological expertise to help fintech partners scale operations with compliance and creativity. The Financial Crimes Analyst II role involves conducting investigations into suspicious activity of core banking clients and fintech partnerships, performing onboarding risk reviews, and completing SARs. The role requires at least 35 years of banking BSA experience, preferred CBAP, CAFP, or CAMs certifications, and strong communication skills. Lead offers competitive compensation, medical and dental benefits, paid parental leave, and a flexible vacation policy.

Manager, Risk Finance, Card, PPB

Company: Standard Bank Group

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 27, 2025

Standard Bank Group is a leading African-focused financial services group, offering a variety of career-enhancing opportunities and the chance to work with talented professionals. The company is passionate about creating growth in Africa and bringing meaningful value to clients and communities. The job description involves providing full financial management services, developing processes, and leading teams. The required qualifications include a degree in Commerce, Accounting, or Finance, and experience in financial or management accounting roles. The company values behavioral competencies such as articulating information, challenging ideas, conveying self-confidence, convincing people, and embracing change. Technical competencies include financial accounting, financial analysis, financial and accounting control, financial management, and interpreting financial statements.

Senior Manager, Strategy & Corporate Development

Company: EQ Bank | Equitable Bank

Location: Other US Location

Posted Jan 27, 2025

Equitable Bank, Canada's Challenger Bank, is seeking a Senior Manager for Strategy and Corporate Development. The role involves supporting the Vice President in strategic planning, enterprise-wide initiatives, and strategy execution. The successful candidate will work on new opportunity identification, enterprise performance and growth, and strategy execution. They will also be responsible for conducting research, gathering information, and monitoring market trends. The ideal candidate should have 6-8 years of experience in Management Consulting, Strategy, Investment Banking, or Corporate Development, preferably in financial services. They should possess strong analytical skills, excellent communication abilities, and experience in managing internal and external stakeholders.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is it like to work at First Citizens Bank?
First Citizens Bank values community impact and customer focus, fostering a culture of integrity, teamwork, and accountability. Employees enjoy flexible schedules, regular professional development workshops, and access to on‑site wellness programs. The tech teams are cross‑functional, encouraging knowledge sharing through pair programming, hackathons, and internal tech talks.
What types of positions are available at First Citizens Bank?
Open roles span software engineering (mobile, web, and infrastructure), data science and analytics, product management, cybersecurity (penetration testing, threat analysis), cloud architecture, DevOps, and user experience design. The bank also hires for project management, business analysis, and IT support to support its digital transformation initiatives.
How can I stand out as an applicant?
Tailor your résumé to the specific role by highlighting relevant projects and quantifying results (e.g., improved transaction processing speed by 25%). Showcase proficiency with modern tech stacks—Java, Python, React, AWS, Kubernetes—through portfolio links or code samples. Prepare for coding challenges by practicing algorithm questions and system design scenarios. Demonstrate fintech knowledge, such as familiarity with PCI‑DSS compliance or digital payment APIs, and emphasize soft skills like cross‑team collaboration and problem‑solving.

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