Overview
The Technology Lead will play a critical role in establishing a robust in-house technology function for a 12-month contract. This position involves driving agile solution design, deployment, and optimization within a fast-paced environment focused on real-time payments infrastructure. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, the Technology Lead will help embed technology and innovation at the core of operations and solutions.
Responsibilities
- Lead the Real-Time Gross Settlement (RTGS) payments team.
- Drive agile solution design and implementation for payment systems.
- Guide organizational transformation towards a product-led approach.
- Oversee continuous optimization and evolution of payment infrastructure.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable solutions.
- Ensure effective communication of technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
- Embed innovative practices within internal operations and external offerings.
Requirements
- 8-10 years of experience in Information Technology.
- Relevant Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent industry certification.
- Experience in a Payments or RTGS payments environment.
- Banking or Corporate Investment Banking experience is preferred.
- Familiarity with SWIFT payments.
- Experience in implementing payment solutions in various African countries.
- Proven leadership in managing cross-functional teams.
- Proficient with full-stack development frameworks.