Roles & Responsibilities
Job Description
We are seeking an Application Engineer specializing in Trade Finance to provide end-to-end application support and drive digital solutions for our trade platforms. You’ll design, implement, and optimize systems while managing CI / CD pipelines, vendor relationships, and stakeholder collaboration in a dynamic banking environment.
Key Responsibilities
Solution Design & Implementation
- Partner with business users, IT teams, and vendors to design, develop, and deploy Trade Finance solutions.
- Translate business needs into technical specifications, ensuring process standardization and compliance.
- Review deliverables from vendors / teams and validate requirements for operational efficiency.
- Stay updated on industry trends (e.g., blockchain in trade finance, API banking).
- Problem Solving & Incident Management
- Resolve production issues with IT suppliers to minimize business disruption.
- Lead vendor negotiations for optimal IT solutions and cost efficiency.
- Build trusted relationships with stakeholders (operations, compliance, tech teams).
CI / CD & DevOps Leadership
Design automated packaging / deployment strategies for seamless software delivery.Optimize CI / CD pipelines (Jenkins, GitLab) and artifact management (Nexus).Streamline SDLC with tools like TWS Scheduler and Apache HTTP Server.Technical Development & Support
Develop / maintain applications using :
Frontend : Angular, JavaScript, HTML / CSSBackend : Java / Spring Boot, Python, ElixirDatabases : Oracle, MariaDB, MS SQLMiddleware : JBOSS, MQ, Connect DirectSupport Kafka-based event streaming and Unix shell scripting.Qualifications
Must-Have :
Bachelor’s in computer science / engineering or related field.4+ years in corporate banking IT (Trade Finance, Loans, Payments).Hands-on experience with Java, Angular, CI / CD tools, and RDBMS.Knowledge of SDLC, Agile, and testing methodologies.Strong problem-solving and stakeholder management skills.Nice-to-Have :
Exposure to trade finance platforms (e.g., CGI Trade360, Surecomp).Certifications in DevOps, Cloud (AWS / Azure), or banking technologies.Familiarity with regulatory standards (UCP600, ISBP)Tell employers what skills you have
Vendor Relationships
Leadership
Oracle
JavaScript
Problem Solving
MariaDB
Trade Finance
SQL
Elixir
Application Support
Unix Shell Scripting
Java
Apache
Databases
Incident Management