Sofware Development Manager (Banking/Credit Card/Mainframe)
Salary: $75,000 – $100,000 per month
Job Purpose
To lead and manage the design, development, enhancement, and maintenance of Banking’s core credit card, card link, and mainframe-based payment systems. The role ensures system reliability, regulatory compliance, and continuous innovation in support of Banking’s retail and corporate card
Key Responsibilities
Lead a team of senior mainframe developers and analysts in delivering complex credit card and card link projects
Own the full software development lifecycle (SDLC) for mainframe applications including requirements analysis, design, coding, testing, deployment, and production
Collaborate with business stakeholders, product owners, and card scheme partners (e.g., Visa, Mastercard, UnionPay) to define system requirements and technical solutions
Ensure system architecture aligns with Banking security, compliance, and risk management standards.
Manage vendor relationships for mainframe tools, card processing platforms, and third-party integrations.
Drive continuous improvement in development practices, including DevSecOps adoption, automation, and performance optimization.
Provide 24/7 production support coverage rotation for critical card systems.
Mentor junior staff and foster a culture of technical excellence and accountability.
Required Qualifications & Experience
Degree or above in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related discipline.indeed
Minimum 20 years of hands-on experience in banking IT, with at least 10 years focused on mainframe development for credit card and card link systems.
Essential technical skills:
IBM z/OS, MVS, COBOL, CICS, VSAM, JCL
Deep understanding of credit card authorization, clearing, settlement, and card scheme interfaces
Experience with card link platforms (e.g., Visa Direct, Mastercard Send, FPS integration)
Familiarity with payment network specifications (ISO 8583, EMV, tokenization)indeed
Proven track record managing large-scale mainframe projects in a regulated banking environment.indeed
Strong leadership experience managing onshore and offshore development teams.
Excellent command of written and spoken English and Chinese (Cantonese); Mandarin is a plus.
Preferred Attributes
Experience with hybrid mainframe–distributed system architectures
Knowledge of cloud-enabled mainframe modernization strategies
Professional certifications (e.g., IBM Certified System Programmer, PMP, CISSP)
Familiarity with Agile/Scrum methodologies in a mainframe context
Compensation & Benefits
Highly competitive remuneration package with no upper limit, commensurate with experience and expertise.
Performance-based bonus
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement scheme contributions
Professional development support
To apply, please send your detailed resume or contact Mr Lau at 3707 1548 for a confidential discussion.
Only shortlisted candidates will be notified.
Applicants who are not contacted within two weeks may consider their applications unsuccessful.
All data collected will be used for recruitment purpose only & will be used strictly confidential.
Conners Consulting Limited
2005 Kai Tak Commercial Building 317 Des Voeux Road Central Hong Kong
Tel: (852) 3996 8090 Website: www.connersconsulting.com
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