System Integration Specialist (Contract - 6 Months)

Company Description

We are a financial services group in South Africa offering wholesale and retail banking services as well as insurance, asset management, and wealth management.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled Integration Specialist to join our IT team within the banking sector. The Integration Specialist will play a crucial role in ensuring that all banking systems and applications work seamlessly together. This role involves designing, developing, and maintaining system integrations, leveraging the latest technologies to enhance banking services and ensure smooth data flow across platforms.

The ideal candidate will have strong experience with integration platforms, API management, and middleware technologies, along with a deep understanding of banking systems and compliance requirements.

Qualifications

• Education and Experience:
  • Bachelor’s degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field.
  • 5+ years of experience as an Integration Specialist or in a similar role, preferably within the banking or financial services industry
• Certifications:
  • Relevant certifications such as MuleSoft Certified Developer, IBM Certified Integration Architect, or similar are preferred.
• Cloud Integration Experience:
  • Experience integrating with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud, and familiarity with cloud-native integration tools.
• DevOps and CI/CD:
  • Knowledge of DevOps principles and experience with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Bamboo) for deploying integration solutions.

Additional Information

Requirments: 

• Technical Skills:
  • Strong experience with integration platforms and middleware technologies such as MuleSoft, Tibco, WebSphere, Oracle SOA, Apache Camel, or Dell Boomi.
  • Proficiency in designing and consuming SOAP/REST APIs, and working with API management tools like Kong, Apigee, or AWS API Gateway.
  • Familiarity with message queuing systems such as IBM MQ, Apache Kafka, RabbitMQ, or ActiveMQ.
  • Experience with ETL tools like Informatica, Talend, or SSIS for data integration.
  • Knowledge of SQL and database management systems (Oracle, MySQL, SQL Server) for backend integration.
• Banking Domain Knowledge:
  • Understanding of banking applications such as core banking systems, payments, digital banking platforms, and financial compliance systems.
  • Experience in integrating payment gateways, card services, regulatory compliance systems, and other banking-related platforms.
• Security and Compliance:
  • Strong understanding of data security protocols, encryption, and compliance standards such as GDPR, PCI DSS, and ISO 27001.
  • Ability to implement secure, compliant integration solutions that adhere to regulatory guidelines.
• Soft Skills:
  • Strong problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex integration issues.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to work collaboratively with technical and business teams.
  • Project management skills to handle multiple integration projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery.