Job Openings at Baobabplus

Core Skills

• Knowledge of cloud-native architecture-based applications (AWS, Azure, GCP, etc.)
• Understanding development standards and processes such as continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices and tools.
• An understanding of the application of Agile or other appropriate software development management methodologies

Team Management

• Day-to-day management of the development
• Coordinate the design and development of solutions within the Bank
• Ensure quality of the development planning to adhere to the tight deadlines of the requirements
• Coordinate the solution architecture in close collaboration with the Baobab Services
• Motivate the unit memebers and extract the maximum potential from its members

System Architecture :

• Lead the architectural specifications, ensuring feasibility, functionality, and integration with existing software systems.
• Demonstrate a critical understanding of technical, data, and infrastructure architecture.
• Identify the appropriate software architecture based on a system specification & requirements and design elements.
• Ensure adequate maintenance of the software architecture documents based on evolving system requirements and industry trends and technologies.

Software Development:

• Strong technical understanding of current software application development techniques such as; Web development: Node JS, Golang, Python/Django, Java, Ruby on Rails, PHP/Lavarel, Angular JS, Vue JS, React JS. App Development: Swift - iOS, Java Android, Flutter & Dart, Kotlin, React Native Database: Postgres DB, MySQL, MSSQL, MongoDB, AuroraDB, Redis, Elasticsearch,Cassandra
• Develop architectural solutions by studying information needs; conferring with users; studying systems flow, data usage, and work processes; investigating problem areas; following the software development lifecycle.
• Understanding of development standards and processes such as continuous Integration/Continuous Delivery (CI/CD) practices and tools.
• Update knowledge by studying state-of-the-art development tools, programming techniques, and computing equipment; participating in educational opportunities; reading professional publications
• Develop tactical tool in order to streamline or bring more efficiency within processes
• Support operations teams to ensure that our business services are performing optimally. Security and Service continuity:
• Ensure system integrity, availability and confidentiality of all in-house solutions
• Deliver enterprise architecture that ensures business continuity of bank operations

Business Knowledge Management:

• Be a key player in business process re-engineering within the department
• Design innovative solutions to real operational problems.
• Work closely with cross-functional departments to develop new product offerings and improve existing ones

REQUIRED SKILLS

• Good knowledge of IT Frameworks/Standards/ISO Messages
• Ability to work under pressure
• Fluent in English (read, write and speak)
• Integrity and self-sufficient at work
• Excellent presentation (Power Point/Google Slides) and management Skills.
• Knowledge of Microfinance Operation

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• University degree in Computer Science/Engineering/ or Information Technology or Electrical/Electronics Engineering or related courses.
• At least a 7experience, Software development &application management in Banking/Fintech environment.
• Strong experience in API development, interpretation & integrationAn understanding of software development in highly regulated environment with exposure to sensitive data.
• An understanding of delivering software security compliance assessment tools and methodologies such as OWASP, Threat modelling and vulnerability management.
• Ability to work with and manage 3rd party suppliers

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Responsibilities

• Develop comprehensive QA strategies and methodologies.
• Provide regular updates on QA progress and metrics to stakeholders.
• Develop, update and ensure implementation of the quality assurance guidelines
• Prepare and maintain the testing plan according to the quality assurance guidelines
• Ensure that test scenarios and scripts are prepared in a structured way, prioritised to reflect business or technical priorities and are approved by appropriate stakeholders
• Scheduling testing activities and providing budget forecasts
• Automate the testing processes and ensure continuous improvement over time
• Providing feedback to the development team
• Liaising with suppliers/partners, teams and team leaders when needed
• Be a key player in the solution delivery lifecycle process
• Implement test automation across all critical application
• Implement CI/CD tools across the QA lifecycle
• Ensure the effectiveness of the quality assurance guidelines
• Providing feedback to all stakeholders
• Conducting risk assessments in the testing phase
• Perform continuous testing and upgrades when required
• Creating and implementing new test strategies
• Take part in the first-line support in the post-go-live phase
• Deliver training sessions when applicable (prepare materials)

Team coordination:

• Coordinate the team
• Manage schedules and workloads of team members
• Plan training and support, implement process improvements when necessary
• Compile reports to track process efficiency, personnel performance and adherence to established service level targets.

Business Knowledge Management:

• Maintain and develop deep knowledge of CBS's products, parameters and processes and applications.
• Document software, features and processes when required
• Provide information about the products and processes in the bank.

Experience and Knowledge

• Minimum of B.Sc in Computer Science, Economics or related discipline with experience
• At least 6 years hands-on relevant professional experience in a similar role
• A strong understanding of testing principles, methodologies and tools used in Waterfall, Agile and V-model methodologies
• Proven track record in Testing Management experience working in an Agile/scrum context.
• Quality Assurance, Test Management, and Test Strategy skills
• Experience in Software Quality Assurance and Software Development methodologies
• Experience in leading a team of quality assurance testers
• Strong leadership and project management skills
• Good knowledge of business processes and/or Accounting
• Require effective prioritisation, time management, team spirit, and organisational abilities.
• Understanding structured test methods and processes
• Excellent grasp of test metrics, release process and test environment principles
• Understanding of common software failures and faults
• Manual and Automated Testing
• Preparing concise documentation
• Being articulate and communicating effectively
• Fluent English, both in writing and orally
• Relevant certifications (e.g., ISTQB, CSTE) and payment-related protocol knowledge (e.g., ISO 8583) are preferred.

Desired Experience and Knowledge:

• Prior working experience with a Core Banking System (CBS) or a software package
• Background in microfinance, banking, accounting and/or IT
• Awareness of Risk-based testing approach, use of automated testing tools is an asset
• Awareness of configuration management and change control processes is an asset
• Programming language & scripting experience.