Bank of America Corporation

Software Engineer II

Bank of America Corporation$90K — $120K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Payments or Banking background preferred
  • Quick learner and adaptable in team environments
  • Experience with Agile or Waterfall methodologies
  • Proficient in developing packages and stored procedures using PL/SQL
  • Skilled in querying XML/JSON database structures
  • Strong troubleshooting and performance tuning abilities
  • Experience with Toad 12.x or higher

Responsibilities

  • Code solutions and perform unit tests based on defined acceptance criteria
  • Utilize various architectural components in client requirement design
  • Conduct CI-CD activities to ensure continuous development
  • Refine stories and contribute to requirement definitions
  • Estimate work needed for project delivery throughout the lifecycle
  • Enhance existing test suites and analyze test results for issues
  • Lead troubleshooting and performance tuning for complex SQL queries
  • Analyze and support database operations with Toad and Oracle tooling
  • Monitor Oracle database health using Oracle Enterprise Manager
  • Communicate technical findings effectively to non-technical stakeholders
  • Provide leadership and mentorship while collaborating across functions
  • Produce high-quality documentation and executive updates

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career growth within a leading organization
  • Mentorship from experienced database professionals
  • Work in a dynamic and collaborative agile environment
  • Engagement with cross-functional teams
  • Access to advanced tools and technologies for database management
Full Job Description
Job Description:

This job is responsible for developing and delivering complex requirements to accomplish business goals. Key responsibilities of the job include ensuring that software is developed to meet functional, non-functional and compliance requirements, coding solutions, unit testing, and ensuring the solution can be integrated successfully into the overall application/system with clear, robust, and well-tested interfaces. Job expectations include an awareness of development and testing practices in the industry.

Position Summary:

The SQL Database Feature Lead is responsible for leading database performance, reliability, and operational excellence across Oracle environments (12c and above). This role provides technical leadership in query troubleshooting and tuning, mentors team members, and serves as a key bridge between technical and business stakeholders by translating complex database concepts into clear, actionable language. The position requires deep hands-on expertise with Oracle tooling and performance diagnostics, including Toad, Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM), and AWR report analysis, as well as experience querying modern data structures such as JSON and XML.

Responsibilities:
  • Codes solutions and unit test to deliver a requirement/story per the defined acceptance criteria and compliance requirements
  • Utilizes multiple architectural components (across data, application, business) in design and development of client requirements
  • Performs Continuous Integration and Continuous Development (CI-CD) activities
  • Contributes to story refinement and definition of requirements
  • Participates in estimating work necessary to realize a story/requirement through the delivery lifecycle
  • Contributes to existing test suites (integration, regression, performance), analyze test reports, identify any test issues/errors, and triage the underlying cause
  • Performs spike/proof of concept as necessary to mitigate risk or implement new ideas
  • Lead troubleshooting and performance tuning of complex SQL queries in Oracle 12c or higher environments.
  • Use Toad 12.x or higher to analyze, optimize, and support day-to-day database development and operations.
  • Query and validate JSON and XML database structures to support application and reporting requirements.
  • Monitor and manage Oracle database health using Oracle Enterprise Manager (OEM).
  • Read, interpret, and explain AWR reports to identify bottlenecks and recommend remediation actions.
  • Communicate technical findings and database strategies in business-friendly terms for non-technical stakeholders.
  • Provide strong leadership, mentoring, and cross-functional collaboration across varied levels of influence.
  • Produce clear, high-quality written documentation, recommendations, and executive-ready updates.


Required Qualifications:
  • Payments or Banking background is highly preferred
  • Ability to learn quickly and adapt to team environment
  • Experience working in Agile or Waterfall methodology and understanding of various phases of the Software Development Life Cycle
  • Experience developing packages and stored procedures using PL/SQL.
  • Experience querying XML/JSON database structures.
  • Experience and proficient knowledge of how to troubleshoot and performance tune queries.
  • Experience working with Toad 12.x or higher


Desired Qualifications:
  • Database Administration experience
  • Experience developing with JDK for PL/SQL, Java, Oracle Stored procedures
  • Knowledge and awareness of other non-Oracle DBMS technologies.
  • Good understanding of Micro-Services Architecture


Skills:
  • Application Development
  • Automation
  • Collaboration
  • DevOps Practices
  • Solution Design
  • Agile Practices
  • Architecture
  • Result Orientation
  • Solution Delivery Process
  • User Experience Design
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Data Management
  • Risk Management
  • Technical Strategy Development
  • Test Engineering


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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