Bank of America Corporation

Sr Data Engineer

Bank of America Corporation$125K — $145K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Finance, Statistics, or a related field required.
  • 5+ years of hands-on Data Engineering experience building and operating production-grade data pipelines and platforms.
  • Advanced SQL expertise, including optimization and tuning of complex SQL queries across large datasets.
  • Strong programming skills in Python and Spark with a focus on reusable, quality code.
  • Modern data pipeline orchestration experience, preferably with Apache Airflow or similar tools.
  • Solid understanding of Data Lake concepts and modern data delivery methodologies.
  • Outstanding verbal and written communication skills to convey complex concepts across management levels.

Responsibilities

  • Build the data foundation for AI through designing and delivering data pipelines and architecture.
  • Enable AI products by collaborating with Product Owners and Data Scientists to launch AI solutions into production.
  • Define architecture and standards for data and AI development, focusing on performance and reusability.
  • Engineer scalable, reliable solutions while shaping the direction of the team's data capabilities.
  • Oversee the data-to-insight lifecycle, ensuring insights are properly consumed by stakeholders.
  • Implement Data Governance and Quality principles to maintain trusted data.
  • Drive project initiatives from concept to production, working closely with IT and business partnerships.

Benefits

  • Industry-leading benefits package.
  • Access to paid time off.
  • Resources and support to facilitate employee impact.
  • Opportunities for discretionary performance awards.
  • Contributions to sustainable growth of the business and communities.
Full Job Description
Job Description:

What we're building

Our team runs a range of data and AI projects across the GPS business.

A few examples:
• A modern, AI-ready data platform and lakehouse that supports analytics, machine learning, and generative AI across the org.
• AI-powered tools that give sales and product teams fast, reliable answers to product, servicing, and client questions.
• Models that optimize pricing and foreign-currency conversion to drive real business value.
• Real-time pipelines that turn raw client and servicing data into insights teams can act on.

Who we're looking for

This is a hybrid role that spans data engineering, AI product enablement, and platform architecture. You'll build and scale the data backbone behind AI at GPS: engineering AI-ready data products, helping shape platform direction, and taking solutions from idea to production. We want someone who enjoys both the hands-on craft of building strong data platforms and the bigger opportunity to influence how the organization delivers AI. Whether you lean engineer or lean strategist, there's room here to do both.

Responsibilities
• Build the data foundation for AI. Design and deliver end-to-end pipelines and Data Lake architecture using Python, Spark, SQL, and modern ETL practices, turning large raw datasets into trusted, AI-ready data products.
• Enable AI products through data. Work with Product Owners, Data Scientists, and business partners to move AI and GenAI solutions into production, turning business problems into reusable data capabilities.
• Set platform standards. Define the architecture, patterns, and standards for how data and AI get built, deployed, and used across the org, with an eye on reusability, performance, and cost.
• Engineer production-grade solutions. Apply Object-Oriented design, solid data platform concepts, and strong ETL practices to build reliable, scalable pipelines, and help shape where the team's data capabilities go next.
• Own the data-to-insight lifecycle. Review and improve data-flow processes, understand how data gets consumed, and make sure insights reach the people who use them.
• Champion trusted, governed data. Build Data Governance and Quality principles into your work and act as a reliable partner to stakeholders and data consumers.
• Drive projects from idea to production. Take new concepts and deliver them across business and Enterprise IT partnerships in a fast-paced environment.
• Keep the customer first. Anticipate needs, take initiative, and deliver solutions that work well for internal and external customers.

Required Skills:
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, Finance, Statistics, or a related field required.
• 5+ years of hands-on Data Engineering experience building and operating production-grade data pipelines and platforms.
• Advanced SQL expertise, deep proficiency in writing, optimizing, and tuning complex SQL and stored procedures across large-scale relational and distributed datasets (query performance, window functions, partitioning, and data modeling).
• Strong programming background in Python and Spark, with solid Object-Oriented design principles and a focus on reusable, testable, production-quality code.
• Modern data pipeline orchestration - hands-on experience with Apache Airflow (or comparable modern schedulers) to build, schedule, and monitor reliable end-to-end ETL/ELT workflows.
• Data Lake and modern platform architecture - strong understanding of Data Lake concepts, dimensional modeling, data virtualization, and modern data delivery methodologies (medallion/lakehouse patterns, distributed processing).
• Experience delivering Data & AI solutions within large, matrixed organizations, with the ability to quickly assess and adopt the right sourcing and architecture strategy.
• Strong quantitative, analytical, and problem-solving skills, paired with critical thinking and creativity.
• Ability to build effective relationships with business and technology partners.
• Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to express complex technical concepts in business terms across all levels of management.

Nice to have:
• Modern data engineering & orchestration tooling such as Airflow, dbt, Spark, and CI/CD for data pipelines (Git-based workflows, automated testing, and deployment).
• Cloud and lakehouse platforms experience with modern cloud data warehouses and lakehouse technologies (e.g., Snowflake, Databricks, Delta Lake) alongside distributed storage (HDFS, Hive, Apache Spark).
• Advanced SQL & database platforms performance tuning and engineering across RDBMS and Big Data platforms such as Oracle Exadata, SQL Server, and Teradata.
• ETL/ELT and streaming technologies Python, Spark, SSIS, shell scripting, and exposure to real-time/streaming frameworks (e.g., Kafka).
• BI and data visualization Tableau (Desktop and Server), Power BI, SSRS, and SSAS.
• AI/GenAI enablement familiarity with building data foundations that support machine learning and generative AI use cases.
• Banking and Global Treasury transactions industry experience a plus.

Skills:
  • Analytical Thinking
  • Application Development
  • Data Management
  • DevOps Practices
  • Solution Design
  • Agile Practices
  • Collaboration
  • Decision Making
  • Risk Management
  • Test Engineering
  • Architecture
  • Business Acumen
  • Data Quality Management
  • Financial Management
  • Solution Delivery Process


Shift:
1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:
40

Pay Transparency details

US - NY - New York - ONE BRYANT PARK - BANK OF AMERICA TOWER (NY1100)

Pay and benefits information

Pay range

$125,000.00 - $145,000.00 annualized salary, offers to be determined based on experience, education and skill set.

Discretionary incentive eligible

This role is eligible to participate in the annual discretionary plan. Employees are eligible for an annual discretionary award based on their overall individual performance results and behaviors, the performance and contributions of their line of business and/or group; and the overall success of the Company.

Benefits

This role is currently benefits eligible. We provide industry-leading benefits, access to paid time off, resources and support to our employees so they can make a genuine impact and contribute to the sustainable growth of our business and the communities we serve.

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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