It Starts Here:Santander is a global leader and innovator in the financial services industry and is evolving from a high-impact brand into a technology-driven organization. Our people are at the heart of this journey and together, we are driving a customer-centric transformation that values bold thinking, innovation, and the courage to challenge what’s possible.  This is more than a strategic shift.  It’s a chance for driven professionals to grow, learn, and make a real difference.If you are interested in exploring the possibilities We Want to Talk to You!The Difference You Make:The Sr. Specialist, Application Development develops and maintains software applications and develops programs in required language to meet project schedule. The incumbent maintains and supports existing software applications, identifies and resolves basic application issues and bugs; escalates complex application issues to management for resolution.Assists in the configuration and administration of the Company's systems or applications to ensure changes are methodologically planned, executed and verified.Develop and maintain applications within the auto lending / consumer finance originations domainLeverage AI-driven development tools and practices to improve code quality, accelerate delivery, and enhance team productivityNavigate a complex enterprise environment with multiple stakeholders, legacy systems, and rigorous change-management processes while maintaining a solution-oriented mindsetAssists in the configuration and administration of the Company's systems or applications to ensure changes are methodologically planned, executed and verified.Assists in analyzing and deploying hardware or software updates and other patch management directives.Responds to inquiries and refers issues to the appropriate department or person, and exhibits the necessary follow through with customers and/or staff involved.Contribute to the implementation of all IT related policies and procedures.Rec