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First Citizens BancShares

Full-service bank offering loans and investments

Performance Engineer 3

Full-TimeDeadline 9/29/27
No salary listed
Senior
Bachelor's
Raleigh, NC, USA+2 moreMore locations: Arizona, USA | North Carolina, USA
In Person
QA & TestingPerformance Testing

About the job

Requirements
  • A bachelor's degree and 6 years of experience, or a high school diploma or GED/equivalent and 10 years of experience in systems engineering and systems programming.
  • Exposure to mainframe, desktop, Windows, and UNIX system support; server virtualization; Kubernetes; and service virtualization.
  • Mastery of directory and authentication services.
  • Understanding of data warehouse architecture principles and knowledge of business intelligence or enterprise reporting frameworks.
  • Exposure to business continuity processes.
  • Working knowledge of scripting languages such as JavaScript, C, or Python.
  • Understanding of data flow, network interfaces, and protocols such as Systems Network Architecture, Transmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol, Domain Name System, and NetBIOS Extended User Interface.
  • Knowledge of relational database management system fundamentals and design principles; database and application tuning tools; and multiplatform programs such as DB2, SQL Server, and Oracle.
  • Ability to be on call 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
  • Experience or proficiency in Windows Server, Red Hat Linux, AIX, mainframe, virtualized environments, Kubernetes, performance testing, enterprise monitoring, system architecture and design, system queueing theory, web applications, SOAP and REST services, HTTP(S) client/server communication, authentication, software development lifecycle, HTML, XML, JSON, load balancing, networking, LoadRunner Enterprise, DynaTrace, Splunk, and SolarWinds.
Responsibilities
  • Lead technical support and service for the installation and testing of software, patches, and upgrades to system products; resolve complex problems and failures in assigned products and technical facilities; and administer, communicate, and document technical support activities.
  • Develop and maintain performance test scripts using LoadRunner's Web-HTTP/HTML protocol with its JavaScript engine, as well as protocols including TruClient and Citrix.
  • Solve complex LoadRunner scripting scenarios for advanced business and technology use cases, including single sign-on, polling, and workflow management.
  • Design and execute performance tests for web applications, SOAP services, REST APIs, message queues, databases, and mainframe systems.
  • Set and maintain performance testing standards in line with industry best practices and ensure team members follow them.
  • Intake project work, communicate and collaborate with project stakeholders about performance testing, scope project work, and assign projects to other test engineers.
  • Integrate performance test suites into CI/CD pipelines such as GitLab and Jenkins to enable fast feedback and continuous validation.
  • Analyze test results, identify root causes of failures, and assist QA and the project team with defect resolution; write test reports and explain performance testing results to business and technology stakeholders.
  • Engage and educate teams about performance testing and the performance testing process.
  • Use system monitoring tools, including DynaTrace, Splunk, and SolarWinds, to troubleshoot performance issues.
  • Provide expert guidance and mentorship on system technical support, maintenance, and enhancement; lead administration of software and hardware supporting customer sales and service applications; install, automate, and test infrastructure for continuous improvement; monitor system performance and tune as appropriate; resolve failed components and technical issues; and serve as a technical resource to the wider business unit.

About the company

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First Citizens BancShares

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First Citizens BancShares operates First Citizens Bank, offering a full range of financial services for individuals and businesses. Its products include checking and savings accounts, credit cards, mortgages and auto loans, personal loans, online and mobile banking, wealth management and investment services, insurance, and small business banking. The core product set is accessed via online and mobile platforms, branch networks, and ATM access, with features like online statements, bill pay, direct deposit, and rewards programs. The bank positions itself through a broad suite of banking and financial services tailored to different customer segments such as personal, business, and wealth customers, emphasizing integrated banking experience and customer support. Overall, the goal is to help customers manage money, borrow for major needs (homes, vehicles, education), invest for future goals, and protect their financial security through a range of financial products and advisory services.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

Raleigh, North Carolina

Founded

1898

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What believers are saying

  • Second-quarter 2026 net income rose to $672 million, up from $534 million.
  • Management repurchased $600 million of stock in July 2026, signaling capital confidence.
  • The BMO acquisition added roughly $5 billion in deposits and $650 million in loans.

What critics are saying

  • The $300 million Series F preferred adds a fixed dividend burden until 2031.
  • The BMO branch conversion exposes First Citizens to integration risk across 138 locations.
  • A persistent securities-fraud investigation following January 2026 results threatens management credibility.

What makes First Citizens BancShares unique

  • First Citizens Bank now spans 600+ branches after the September 2026 BMO deal.
  • It combines commercial banking, equipment finance, wealth, insurance, and mortgage products.
  • Management keeps buying deposits and loans while maintaining strong capital and liquidity.

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  • Hybrid Work Options

Company News

Finopotamus
Oct 19th, 2026
First Citizens Bank to collaborate with NCR Atleos to provide ATM access at Target stores nationwide.

First Citizens Bank to collaborate with NCR Atleos to provide ATM access at Target stores nationwide. 2 hours ago RALEIGH, N.C. - First Citizens Bank today announced an agreement with NCR Atleos to provide clients with surcharge-free access to ATMs at more than 2,000 Target stores. The nationwide rollout provides First Citizens' customers with a flexible, convenient, and secure way to access everyday banking at participating Target locations. First Citizens Bank customers may use their debit card at ATMs in Target locations to access essential banking services, including withdrawing cash, checking account balances, and transferring funds between eligible linked accounts, without paying a surcharge fee at participating locations. "Supporting our customers' long-term financial well-being is at the heart of what we do, and that commitment guides how we make banking services accessible," said Michael Wilson, Head of Wealth and Consumer Banking at First Citizens Bank. "The consumer banking experience needs to meet customers where they are through multiple channels, whether in-person or digitally enabled. Having in-store accessibility is a practical extension of the convenience and service our customers expect from First Citizens." With this addition, First Citizens customers now have surcharge-free access to more than 2,000 ATMs and at branch locations nationwide. The expanded network is the latest in a series of investments in the client experience, reflecting the same client-centered, relationship-driven approach First Citizens has brought to banking for generations. About First Citizens Bank First Citizens Bank helps personal, business, commercial and wealth clients build financial strength that lasts. Headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., First Citizens has built a unique legacy of strength, stability and long-term thinking that has spanned generations. First Citizens offers an array of general banking services with branches and offices nationwide; commercial banking expertise delivering best-in-class lending, leasing and other financial services coast to coast; innovation banking serving businesses at every stage; and a nationwide direct bank. Parent company First Citizens BancShares, Inc. (NASDAQ: FCNCA) is a top 20 U.S. financial institution with more than $230 billion in assets and a member of the Fortune 500(TM). Discover more at firstcitizens.com. About NCR Atleos NCR Atleos (NYSE: NATL) is a leader in expanding self-service financial access, with industry-leading ATM expertise and experience, unrivaled operational scale including the largest independently-owned ATM network, always-on global services and constant innovation. Atleos improves operational efficiency for financial institutions, drives footfall for retailers and enables digital-first financial self-service experiences for consumers. NCR Atleos is ranked #12 in Newsweek's prestigious 2025 Top 100 Global Most Loved Workplaces(R) list. NCR Atleos is headquartered in Atlanta, Ga., with approximately 20,000 employees globally. For more information, visit www.ncratleos.com.

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Legacy Corporate Lending names Masci chief risk officer.

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