The Technology Advancement Analyst plays a key role in bridging business needs with innovative technology solutions across various business units. This role identifies, evaluates, and implements emerging technologies and enhancements to existing solutions that drive operational efficiency, improved customer experience, and technology innovation. Embedded within the business, the analyst develops a deep understanding of existing platforms, identifies opportunities for improvement, and helps translate strategic initiatives into actionable solutions.
- Serve as a trusted partner to business line leaders, developing a detailed understanding of workflows, priorities and business needs. Prepare and complete digital maturity assessments, evaluating the business function as well as existing digital tools and requirements within a functional business unit.
- Continuously monitor industry trends, fintech innovations, regulatory developments, and competitor analysis relevant to the Bank's business units and product offerings. A strong ability to summarize findings into easily-understandable reports, and comfortable with sharing findings with an executive audience.
- Partner with corporate technology, risk, compliance, and supplier management stakeholders to assist with technology reviews. Support business unit projects through vendor evaluation and due diligence processes, performing project management and product ownership roles including project planning, cost-benefit analyses, and RFP development.
Position Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Accounting, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Economics, MIS, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering
- Experience with project management tools (e.g., JIRA, AdaptiveWork) and analytical tools (PowerBI)
- Proficiency in data analysis, process mapping and requirements gathering
- Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance standards
- Passion for emerging technologies and their application in financial services
- Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills
- Experience as a business analyst, functional lead, or similar role
- Experience in the financial services industry is highly preferred (bank operations, compliance, bank lending etc.)
- Position requires a minimum of 3 years of relevant US based experience.
*Must reside within the operating area to be considered
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Qualifications Experience Required Proficiency in data analysis, process mapping and requirements gathering Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance standards Excellent communication, analytical and problem-solving skills Experience as a business analyst, functional lead, or similar role Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with DisabilitiesThis employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Entrepreneurship, Economics, MIS, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering
- Experience with project management tools
- Proficiency in data analysis, process mapping and requirements gathering
- Knowledge of industry-specific regulations and compliance standards
- Minimum of 3 years of relevant US based experience
MidFirst Bank Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health, dental, and vision coverage are available to eligible full‑time and part‑time employees, with company‑paid long‑term disability and an EAP included. Medical plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield and wellness incentives that can lower premiums are highlighted.
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Retirement Support — A company 401(k) match with a clear formula and a defined vesting schedule provides meaningful retirement support. Eligibility and enrollment timing are specified, reinforcing predictable access to the plan.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Paid vacation, paid sick leave, and paid holidays are emphasized, with a paid community service day also referenced. Time‑off offerings are portrayed as generous across materials.
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What We Do
MidFirst Bank occupies a rare position within the banking industry. With $41.2 billion in assets, MidFirst Bank is the largest privately owned bank in the country. This combination of size and private ownership provides our customers with a special brand of banking. MidFirst Bank offers a full range of personal, commercial, trust, private banking and mortgage banking products and services. MidFirst is a strong commercial real estate lender and a major servicer of mortgage loans nationally. As a private business ourselves, we understand the unique needs of each business community we serve at each of our locations in Arizona (Phoenix), California (Los Angeles, Orange County, Santa Barbara, San Diego), Colorado (Boulder, Denver, Edwards, Fort Collins), Nevada (Las Vegas), Oklahoma (Oklahoma City, Tulsa, Western Oklahoma), Texas (Dallas, Houston, San Antonio) and Utah (Salt Lake City). Additionally, MidFirst Bank has commercial lending offices in Atlanta, Chicago, Nashville, New York City, Orlando, Raleigh and Southern California. We serve Southern California through 1st Century Bank, a division of MidFirst Bank. We also operate MidFirst Business Credit as a subsidiary of MidFirst Bank. MidFirst Bank provides services that compete with larger banks, while the people and culture truly define the MidFirst Bank difference. MidFirst provides exceptional financial and deeply committed customer service. Team members are loyal in their character, loyal in their personal commitment to customers, and loyal to always doing the right thing. MidFirst customers can always count on working with thoughtful, intelligent, honest professionals who are true to their financial goals. MidFirst Bank is a strong supporter of the communities they serve, investing time and money in important educational, charitable and civic organizations. Copyright © 2025 MidFirst Bank. All rights reserved. Member FDIC. Equal Housing Lender.
