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At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

Job Description

Position Overview

US Bank is seeking a visionary Software Engineering Director to lead the transformation of our Operations Data Management function. This executive will architect and execute a data strategy that supports our core operational needs, with a primary focus on optimizing the organization’s data footprint—streamlining, consolidating, and eliminating redundancies across all operational data assets. A key responsibility will be guiding migration from legacy systems to advanced, secure, and scalable cloud-based platforms. The role is responsible for delivering robust data solutions that enable operational excellence, regulatory compliance, and customer-centric insights.

Key Responsibilities

+ Lead and optimize teams responsible for Data Strategy & Architecture and Data Management & Implementation, including future offshore expansion.

+ Develop and execute a data strategy that supports all core operations, ensuring reliable, actionable data for business needs.

+ Drive migration from legacy systems to modern cloud platforms (Snowflake on AWS, Databricks on Azure).

+ Champion an agile, iterative approach to data delivery—prioritizing execution and continuous improvement over perfection.

+ Implement strong data governance, security, and compliance practices.

+ Foster innovation by adopting new technologies, including AI accelerators and advanced analytics.

+ Collaborate with stakeholders to align data initiatives with business objectives and support organizational change.

Basic Qualifications

+ Bachelor’s degree, or equivalent work experience

+ 10 or more years of relevant software engineering experience

+ Six or more years of experience leading multiple software engineering teams.

Preferred Skills/Experience

+ Advanced degree in computer science, data science, information management, or a related field.

+ 10+ years of senior data leadership experience within financial services, with a focus on large-scale banking operations and critical operational data needs.

+ Proven success in leading legacy-to-cloud platform migrations (Snowflake on AWS, Databricks on Azure) and implementing advanced analytics solutions.

+ Deep expertise in data governance, privacy, security, and operational risk management in regulated environments.

+ Exceptional communication, stakeholder management, and cross-functional leadership skills, with a track record of aligning data strategy to business priorities and inspiring teams through transformation.

+ Visionary, innovative mindset with strong analytical and strategic thinking, focused on operational effectiveness and customer value.

Location Expectations

This role requires working from a U.S. Bank location three (3) or more days per week.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants (https://careers.usbank.com/global/en/disability-accommodations-for-applicants) .

Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That's why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

+ Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)

+ Basic term and optional term life insurance

+ Short-term and long-term disability

+ Pregnancy disability and parental leave

+ 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan

+ Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)

+ Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

+ Adoption assistance

+ Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

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The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, U.S. Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401(k) contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $170,255.00 - $200,300.00

Applicants must be able to comply with U.S. Bank policies and procedures including the Code of Ethics and Business Conduct and related workplace conduct and safety policies.

Posting may be closed earlier due to high volume of applicants.