Bank of America Corporation

AI Full Stack Engineering Lead

Bank of America Corporation$130K — $160K *
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering and system design
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale enterprise applications and AI solutions
  • Expertise in Java (Spring Boot, Microservices) and Python (AI/ML, APIs, data engineering)
  • Hands-on experience with AI/ML frameworks and related technologies
  • Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Lead end-to-end delivery of AI and non-AI software solutions across multiple projects
  • Design and implement scalable architectures (microservices, cloud-native, event-driven)
  • Build and maintain backend systems using Java and Python
  • Develop and integrate AI solutions into enterprise platforms
  • Translate business requirements into technical designs and high-quality implementations
  • Drive code quality, testing, and engineering best practices across teams
  • Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines and production readiness

Benefits

  • Technical leadership and mentorship opportunities
  • A collaborative environment with cross-functional teams
  • Focus on innovative technology solutions in AI and software development
  • Continuous learning and development in a fast-paced industry
  • Work-life balance with a standard 40-hour work week
Full Job Description
Job Description:

This job is responsible for defining and leading the engineering approach for complex features to deliver significant business outcomes. Key responsibilities of the job include delivering complex features and technology, enabling development efficiencies, providing technical thought leadership based on conducting multiple software implementations, and applying both depth and breadth in a number of technical competencies.

- Lead design, development, and deployment of AI and non-AI applications across multiple business domains
- Own delivery accountability across planning, execution, testing, and production rollout
- Ensure alignment with enterprise architecture, security, and compliance standards
- Design and implement AI-powered solutions, including: Large Language Models (LLMs), prompt engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) pipelines, Agent-based architectures and orchestration frameworks
- Integrate AI capabilities into enterprise systems via APIs and microservices
- Evaluate and adopt emerging AI technologies (e.g., Copilot, Foundry, open-source frameworks)
- Develop scalable backend services using: Java (Spring Boot, Microservices architecture), Python (FastAPI, data pipelines, AI/ML frameworks)
- Build and optimize high-performance, resilient, and maintainable systems
- Ensure best practices in coding standards, testing, and code reviews
- Define solution architectures for complex systems involving: Distributed systems and microservices, Event-driven architectures, Cloud-native patterns (Azure/AWS/GCP)
- Ensure system observability (logging, monitoring, alerting)
- Drive production support readiness, including incident resolution and RCA
- Provide technical guidance to engineering teams
- Conduct design reviews and mentor junior/mid-level engineers
- Promote engineering best practices and continuous learning
- Partner with product owners, architects, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions
- Communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
- Contribute to strategic initiatives and roadmap planning

Responsibilities:
  • Lead end-to-end delivery of AI and non-AI software solutions across multiple projects
  • Design and implement scalable architectures (microservices, cloud-native, event-driven)
  • Build and maintain backend systems using Java and Python
  • Develop and integrate AI solutions (LLMs, RAG, agents, ML pipelines) into enterprise platforms
  • Translate business requirements into technical designs and high-quality implementations
  • Ensure adherence to enterprise standards for security, compliance, and performance
  • Drive code quality, testing, and engineering best practices across teams
  • Implement and manage CI/CD pipelines, monitoring, and production readiness
  • Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineers and review solution designs
  • Collaborate with stakeholders to align technology delivery with business goals
  • Create and review technical design documents, architecture diagrams, and standards
  • Drive reusability, modularity, and scalability across solutions
  • Design and manage data ingestion, transformation, and processing pipelines
  • Work with structured and unstructured data, including financial and operational datasets
  • Implement feature engineering, model deployment, and monitoring pipelines


Required Qualifications:
  • 10+ years of experience in software engineering and system design
  • Proven experience delivering large-scale enterprise applications and AI solutions
  • Strong expertise in: Java (Spring Boot, Microservices), Python (AI/ML, APIs, data engineering)
  • Hands-on experience with:
  • AI/ML frameworks (OpenAI, Hugging Face, LangChain,etc.)
  • RAG pipelines, embeddings, vector databases
  • RESTful APIs, distributed systems
  • Deep understanding of:
  • Microservices, APIs, event-driven architectures
  • Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
  • Containerization (Docker, Kubernetes)
  • Practical experience with:
  • LLM-based applications and prompt engineering
  • Model lifecycle management (training, deployment, monitoring)
  • AI governance, risk, and explainability (preferred in regulated industries)
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical thinking
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management
  • Ability to operate in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment


Desired Qualifications:
  • Experience in financial services or regulated industries
  • Exposure to Microsoft ecosystem (Copilot Studio, Foundry, Fabric)
  • Familiarity with agent orchestration, MCP, and AI platform integration patterns
  • Experience with data privacy, compliance, and secure AI deployments


Skills:
  • Automation
  • Influence
  • Result Orientation
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Technical Strategy Development
  • Application Development
  • Architecture
  • Business Acumen
  • Risk Management
  • Solution Design
  • Agile Practices
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Collaboration
  • Data Management
  • Solution Delivery Process


Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:
40

About Bank of America Corporation

Bank of America Merrill Lynch is the corporate and investment banking division of Bank of America. It provides services in mergers and acquisitions, equity and debt capital markets, lending, trading, risk management, research, and liquidity and payments management. It was formed through the combination of the corporate and investment banking activities of Bank of America and Merrill Lynch following the acquisition of the latter by the former in January 2009. Bank of America completed the acquisition of Merrill Lynch & Co on 1 January 2009. Bank of America began rebranding all of its corporate and investment banking activities under the Bank of America Merrill Lynch name in September 2009. In April 2010, Bank of America Merrill Lynch appointed Christian Meissner as head of investment banking for Europe, Middle East and Africa. In April 2011, Bank of America Merrill Lynch integrated its corporate and investment banking operations into a single division. In October 2013, Bank of America Merrill Lynch was recognised as the Most Innovative Investment Bank of the Year in The Banker's Investment Banking Awards.

Bank of America Corporation Careers

Join the dynamic team at Bank of America Corporation, a premier global financial institution where innovation, leadership, and growth go hand in hand. As one of the largest banks in the world, we offer unparalleled job opportunities and a culture that values diversity, inclusion, and professional growth. Work You’ll Do At Bank of America Corporation, you’ll be part of a team that’s dedicated to making a real difference. Whether you’re helping families buy their first home, advising businesses on expansion, or developing cutting-edge financial technologies, your work will have an impact. Our commitment to leadership in the financial industry has never been stronger, and we need passionate, skilled professionals to lead our journey. Explore a World of Opportunities From entry-level positions to leadership roles, Bank of America Corporation offers a variety of career paths in areas such as investment banking, technology, marketing, and risk management. Our job opportunities span the globe, providing the chance to work alongside the best in the industry and develop skills that will propel your career forward. Internship Programs Kickstart your career with Bank of America Corporation’s internship programs. These opportunities provide hands-on experience and a chance to engage in meaningful work that complements your academic studies. Interns gain invaluable networking opportunities, receive mentorship from seasoned professionals, and learn about the culture and operations of a global financial leader. Benefits and Growth Bank of America Corporation is committed to the well-being and continuous professional development of our team members. We offer a competitive benefits package that supports the health, financial stability, and work-life balance of our employees. Our training programs and development initiatives ensure that every team member has the opportunity to grow and advance within the company. Inclusive Culture We believe our strength lies in our diversity. Bank of America Corporation fosters an inclusive environment where all employees can thrive. Through diversity training and a commitment to equal opportunities, we cultivate leadership and innovation that reflect the wide-ranging communities we serve. Join Our Team Are you ready to advance your career at a company that’s at the forefront of the financial industry? Explore the positions available at Bank of America Corporation and find where your skills and interests align with our needs. We are continuously hiring and looking for individuals who are curious, creative, and eager to drive change. Stay Connected Keep up to date with the latest from Bank of America Corporation Careers by subscribing to our job alert emails. Tailor your subscription to receive updates that match your career interests and get insider tips that can help you during your application and interview process. Bank of America Corporation is not just a company—it’s a place where you can shape your future and the future of finance. Join us and be part of a team that’s redefining what a bank can be.
Learn more about Bank of America Corporation
Size
208,000 employees
Market Cap
$260.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$17.8 billion
Founded
1998
5 Year Trend
-1.4%
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