• Application Deadline:
• Position: Application Support Officer



• Job Type Full Time



• Qualification BA/BSc/HND



• Experience 3 years



• Location Lagos




• Job Field ICT / Computer 
  
  

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Core Banking Application Manager to lead the development, maintenance, and optimization of our core banking systems. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing the end-to-end lifecycle of core banking applications, ensuring system stability, performance, compliance, and alignment with the bank's strategic objectives.

Job Details

• Coordinate UAT and SIT phases with business stakeholders for new releases or system changes.


• Plan for business continuity, disaster recovery, and high availability of core banking applications.


• Stay updated with technological trends and propose improvements or innovations.


• Log management and application observability.


• Monitor application and database performance, troubleshooting issues and implementing solutions as needed.


• Develop and enforce best practices for data management, security, and compliance.


• Manage vendor relationships and third-party service providers to ensure the quality and reliability of external systems.


• Ensure the seamless integration of applications across the organization, optimizing efficiency and user experience.


• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand business requirements and align application strategies with organizational goals.

Requirements

• Analytical mindset to identify and address complex issues related to application management.


• In-depth knowledge of enterprise application architecture, development, and maintenance.


• Expertise in database management systems, SQL, data modelling and reporting.


• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.


• Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and agile delivery models.


• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices in banking environments

QUALIFICATION & EXPERIENCE

Educational Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree from an accredited university 


• Professional certification in Project Management (e.g. PMP, PRINCE2) and/or IT Service Delivery (ITIL).

Experience Requirements

• Minimum of 3 years of relevant experience in core banking application management.


• Proven experience working in teams and taking ownership of deliverables with minimal or no supervision. 

COMPETENCIES, SKILLS & ABILITIES

• Analytical mindset to identify and address complex issues related to application management.


• In-depth knowledge of enterprise application architecture, development, and maintenance.


• Expertise in database management systems, SQL, data modelling and reporting.


• Familiarity with project management tools and methodologies.


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.


• Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical stakeholders.


• Hands-on experience with DevOps tools and agile delivery models.


• Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices in banking environments.