SMBC Group is a top-tier global financial group. Headquartered in Tokyo and with a 400-year history, SMBC Group offers a diverse range of financial services, including banking, leasing, securities, credit cards, and consumer finance. The Group has more than 130 offices and 80,000 employees worldwide in nearly 40 countries. Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, Inc. (SMFG) is the holding company of SMBC Group, which is one of the three largest banking groups in Japan. SMFG’s shares trade on the Tokyo, Nagoya, and New York (NYSE: SMFG) stock exchanges.

In the Americas, SMBC Group has a presence in the US, Canada, Ireland, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Peru. Backed by the capital strength of SMBC Group and the value of its relationships in Asia, the Group offers a range of commercial and investment banking services to its corporate, institutional, and municipal clients. It connects a diverse client base to local markets and the organization’s extensive global network. The Group’s operating companies in the Americas include Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corp. (SMBC), SMBC Nikko Securities America, Inc., SMBC Capital Markets, Inc., SMBC MANUBANK, JRI America, Inc., SMBC Leasing and Finance, Inc., Banco Sumitomo Mitsui Brasileiro S.A., and Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd.

This is a hybrid role, requiring the successful candidate to attend our Tralee office.

Role Description

SMBC is seeking a Junior Data Developer who is enthusiastic about learning and growing in the world of data. This role is perfect for someone with basic knowledge of SQL and cloud tools, and a strong desire to build real-world experience in data engineering. You’ll work closely with experienced team members and contribute to projects that support business insights and operations.

This role will report to the Executive Director of Corporate Banking Application Development

Role Objectives: Delivery

Assist in building and maintaining data pipelines and transformation workflows.
Write SQL queries to support data extraction, reporting, and analysis.
Support data modeling and optimization efforts under guidance from senior team members.
Help integrate data from various sources using cloud-based tools (e.g., Azure Data Factory, Azure Functions, Blob Storage).
Collaborate with analysts and engineers to understand data requirements and deliver usable datasets.
Participate in team meetings and Agile ceremonies to stay aligned on project goals.
Learn and apply basic programming concepts (e.g., using Node.js) to support data logic and automation.
Collaborate with data scientists, analysts, and engineering teams to understand requirements and deliver production-grade data assets.
Apply object-oriented programming principles to data logic and reusable components (e.g., using Node.js).

Qualifications and Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems Computer Science, Data Engineering, or a related field.
Interest in data architecture, cloud technologies, and scalable systems.
Basic proficiency in SQL and familiarity with relational databases like PostgreSQL.
Exposure to cloud platforms (preferably Microsoft Azure) and data tools.
Willingness to learn object-oriented programming and software development principles.
Willingness to learn and take direction from senior developers.
Strong attention to detail and a collaborative mindset.
Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
Ability to demonstrate a self-motivated and disciplined approach to learning and working.
Ability to work in a team environment and demonstrate leadership skills when needed.
Possess a highly developed sense of personal accountability and follow-through with an ability to effectively prioritize multiple personal tasks, projects, and goals.

Additional Requirements

SMBC’s employees participate in a hybrid workforce model that provides employees with an opportunity to work from home, as well as, from an SMBC office. SMBC requires that employees live within a reasonable commuting distance of their office location. Prospective candidates will learn more about their specific hybrid work schedule during their interview process.

SMBC provides reasonable accommodations during candidacy for applicants with disabilities consistent with applicable federal, state, and local law. If you need a reasonable accommodation during the application process, please let us know at accommodations@smbcgroup.com.

Application Developer Associate

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