Job Description

Job Summary
The job holder is responsible for the development, implementation and maintenance of a variety of in-house developed software as well as off-the-shelf applications. Primarily Focused on Core Banking.
Principals Accountabilities
Analyze business processes and design IT systems to meet the requirements of the CBD Business Functions Document functional and non-functional (security, availability, performance) software specifications in alignment to the corporate guidelines and principles.

• Undertake software development activities and ensure timely and accurate delivery of the specifications.
• Undertake unit and system integration testing in order to meet software quality objectives.
• Undertake application support and maintenance activities.
• Prepare projects and applications reports adhering to the Bank's policies, procedures, and guidelines in order to satisfy internal and external reporting requirements.
• Prepare technical manuals for users and operators of the applications.
• Train key users to the applications functionality, including the identification, troubleshooting and reporting of issues.
• Prepare Application System Recovery Plans.
• Continuously develop own expertise, optimizing on-the-job and formal training opportunities.

Qualifications

• University graduate in Computer Science.
• Professional qualifications in software development.
• Excellent Understanding of Core Banking functionalities.
• Understanding of Banking standards (IFX, BIAN), Service Oriented Architecture (SOA) and Business Process Management (BPM).
• Excellent English. Knowledge of Arabic will be an added advantage.

Experience

• 4+ years of experience in implementing and managing Core Banking systems.
• Proficient in developing J2EE applications, experience in web based programming.
• Experience in Ethix Core Banking is considered an added advantage.

Skills

• Good communication skills
• Analytical skills
• Report writing skills
• Supervisory skills
• Inter- personal relations skills

Skills Required