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Hilltop Holdings is looking for a Software Developer to apply practical knowledge and perform activities in their area of focus. The Software Developer is engaged in all phases of the development lifecycle which includes gathering and analyzing user / business system requirements, responding to outages, and creating application system models to support business operations.

Develop, test and implement new systems and/or software

Design and update system/software database (applications, web sites, data communication processes and user interfaces)

Test, maintain and recommend improvements to ensure strong functionality and optimization

Install, customize, and integrate system/software packages

Facilitate root cause analysis of system issues. Work with experienced team members to conduct root cause analysis of issues, review new and existing code and/or perform unit testing

Identify system performance improvement opportunities and impact and provide recommendations to management

Resolve complex technical design issues

Apply critical thinking to solve customer or operational requirements

Perform tasks and applies knowledge of principles and methods necessary to meet operational requirements

Interpret and explain products and/or processes

Review and analyze data (user requirements, conversion requirements and design documents)

Provide comprehensive support to internal customers and achieve resolution to problems or issues

Prepare or maintain records

Other functions as needed

B.S./B.A. or M.B.A./M.S. in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, and/or equivalent formal training or work experience

Two (2) – four (4) years related experience (analysis, programing, design, debugging, testing, etc.)

Demonstrated experience in programming languages such as C#, Python

Experience with reporting tools such as SSRS, Power BI

Experience with ETL tools like SSIS or Azure Data Factory, Fabric Data Factory

Familiarity with GitHub Copilot or other AI coding assistant

Strong SQL skills, Git Source Control

Experience with Visual Studio, VS code and Azure DevOps

REST API development experience

Knowledge of a real-time event streaming data platform like Kafka is a plus

Familiarity with cloud data platforms like Microsoft Fabric, Databricks, and Snowflake a plus

Financial Industry experience preferred

Computer hardware, operating system (Windows) and software/application (MS Office, Outlook etc.) skills

Strong problem solving and decision-making skills

Self-development skills to keep up to date with fast-changing trends

*Must be eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship now or in the future.*

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals in, or assigned to, the above position and are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required, and may be changed at the discretion of the Company.

Founded in 1998 and headquartered in Dallas, Texas, Hilltop Holdings offers a diverse range of financial services through its three primary subsidiaries, PlainsCapital Bank, PrimeLending, and HilltopSecurities. PlainsCapital Bank is a leading commercial bank with locations throughout Texas. PrimeLending is a national mortgage provider focused on purchase mortgage originations. HilltopSecurities provides financial advisory, clearing, retail brokerage, and other investment banking services. Hilltop Holdings seeks to build the premier Texas-based diversified financial services holding company through acquisitions and organic growth. To learn more, please visit www.hilltop.com .