Manager/Sr Manager Finance Technology (Cost Systems)

Be part of a team that values safety, inclusion, and excellence

We are one of the largest U.S. railroads transporting the nation's freight across 28 western states and 3 Canadian provinces. As a member of our team, you will play a role in supporting the movement of essential products and materials that help feed, clothe, supply, and power communities throughout America and the world.

We are committed to a culture where all employees are included, belong, and have equal opportunity to achieve their full potential.Come make a difference with us!

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Job Location:Fort Worth
Other Potential Locations:Fort Worth, TX
Anticipated Start Date:08/17/2026
Number of Positions:1
Salary Range:$92,000 - $135,000

Apply early as this job may be removed or filled prior to the closing date, which is approximately seven (7) days after the posting date.

The BNSF Railway Finance Department provides innovative strategic solutions and world-class financial services to support BNSF's overall performance. The department is committed to maintaining integrity and recognizing the company's successes, ensuring that BNSF remains a leader in the railway industry. Within the Finance Department, several specialized departments contribute to its overall mission: Controller, Revenue Management, Strategic Sourcing, Tax, Treasury, and Strategic Studies. Each department is vital in managing BNSF's financial health and strategic financial planning. These departments work collaboratively to secure BNSF's economic stability and support its growth and innovation within the railway industry.

This is a full-time positionlocated in Fort Worth, TX. For certain positions, including this one, employees can work one day per week remotely. Our leaders also foster a culture where work life balance, which requires flexibility for when life happens, is important and respected.

Travel is minimal.

Salary range:

4+ years of experience: $92,000 - $122,000

5+ years of experience: $107,000 - $135,000

These ranges reflect what BNSF Railway reasonably expects to pay for this position, based on the role's level, scope, and responsibilities. Final compensation and position level will be determined by factors such as job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. In addition to base pay and bonus eligibility, BNSF offers a comprehensive benefits package.

This position is a highly technical role supporting BNSF in the ownership and enhancement of the company's Activity Based Costing system. The successful candidate will collaborate on the system's modernization to a Python platform under a tight deadline, owning delivery of assigned components to production. The role manages multiple concurrent projects, is expected to rapidly develop expert-level knowledge of the Cost System to become the technical authority for the platform, and works effectively with business partners at all levels of the company.

Key responsibilities may include:

Lead and collaborate on projects by coding, implementing, and maintaining logic to improve costing methodologies, which accurately determine profitability for various marketing segments.

Develop tools and visual reports to provide profitability information that will inform decision-making within Marketing, Finance and Operations departments.

Collaborate with bnsf tech department to develop, test, and deliver solutions into production.

Present and explain recommendations on items affecting the costing system directly to business partners and senior leaders.

Serve as a technical resource to the finance department, tackling technical problems beyond the Cost System area as opportunities arise and assist in technical skill development across the Finance Technology organization.

Daily work is conducted in an indoor office environment.

Relocation assistance may be available based on business needs.

The duties and responsibilities in this posting are representative categories to be used in deciding whether to apply for this position.This is notan exhaustive list of the position's duties.

At BNSF Railway, we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, showcasing their skills, experiences and development. We provide resources and tools to help you reach your full potential, fostering a supportive and inclusive environment.

Basic Qualifications:

• Able to work now and in the future without BNSF's assistance (whether monetary, through sponsorship, or otherwise) in obtaining, maintaining, or extending employment authorization (including H-1B, STEM OPT/CPT, or TN nonimmigrant status).

• Bachelor's degree with preference in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering or Business, and/or equivalent formal training, certifications or work experience.

• Minimum of 4 years' experience in an Information Technology environment or Business areas supporting IT functions.

• Advanced proficiency in Python and SQL

• Experience deploying applications in a containerized environment (Docker/Kubernetes/OpenShift).

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience using large language models (LLMs) programmatically (agent-based workflows through efficient use of compute/model resources).

• Ability to read and reverse-engineer legacy SAS, JCL, and mainframe logic

At BNSF, you will have access to a comprehensive and competitive benefits package including:

• An industry-leading 401(k) and renowned Railroad Retirement program.
• A range of robust health care options for you and your dependents (including domestic partners), including medical, dental, vision, telemedicine, mental health, cancer support, and high-quality care network options.
• Health care spending accounts (HSA) with employer contributions, as well as life and disability insurance, provided at no cost.
• Family benefits includingparental, pediatric and family building support, adoption and surrogacy reimbursement, and dependent care spending account (with employer match).
• Access to discounts on travel, gym memberships, counseling services and wellness support.
• Annual bonus (Incentive Compensation Program)
• Generous leave / time off policies.
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All positions require pre-employment background verification, medical review and pre-employment drug screen. You can find more information by reviewing theHiring Process. Federal authority requires BNSF employees, whose work requires unescorted access to secure areas of port facilities, to obtain a TWIC.More information is available athttps://www.tsa.gov/for-industry/twic

BNSF Railway is an Equal Opportunity Employer, all qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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