System Analyst / Senior Developer (COBOL - Core Banking & Payments)

Job Responsibilities:

• System Development & Maintenance: Design, develop, test, and maintain robust and scalable backend systems, primarily focusing on mainframe/mid-range COBOL applications.

• Modernization & Integration: Code and implement solutions using Java to bridge legacy systems with new web/mobile services and modern microservices architecture.

• Payment Systems Support: Technical ownership and hands-on enhancement of critical clearing and settlement payment gateways, including SWIFT, CHATS, RTGS, CIPS, and FPS.

• System Analysis & Design: Conduct system analysis, prepare technical specifications (FSD/TSD), and design workflow diagrams for system integration.

• Troubleshooting & Support: Provide Level 2/3 technical support, perform root-cause analysis for production incidents, and ensure high availability of critical banking systems.

• Collaboration: Work closely with Business Analysts, Project Managers, and cross-functional teams to deliver projects within schedule.

Job Requirements:

• Strong proficiency in COBOL programming, with solid experience in mainframe (CICS, DB2, JCL) or AS400 environment.

• Proficient in Java / J2EE, Spring Boot, and RESTful APIs development.

• Hands-on technical experience with local and international payment systems: SWIFT, CHATS, RTGS, CIPS, and FPS.

• Minimum 4-6 years of software development experience in the Banking or Financial services sector (Candidates with more experience will be considered for the System Analyst role).

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related discipline.

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Fluent in English and Cantonese/Mandarin.