AML Application Engineer

Vontobel; Zürich; On-site; CHF 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Free lunch

Flat hierarchy

Campus vibe

Job summary

Vontobel seeks a Compliance Operations Engineer / Application Specialist to own and evolve complex AML and sanctions screening platforms. You will support end-to-end operations, upgrade cycles, and API-driven integrations with internal banking apps while partnering with Compliance SMEs.

You will shape AI-enabled tooling, automate investigations, and ensure auditability, traceability, and regulatory compliance across the technology stack. Zurich-based with global impact.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, preferably within financial services or a regulated environment.
• Hands-on experience with API development and system implementation.

Responsibilities

• Own the technical lifecycle of screening platforms including sanctions, PEP, adverse media and transaction screening solutions.
• Integrate external screening providers and internal banking applications through APIs and event-driven architectures.
• Identify and implement AI-driven solutions to support business and engineering objectives.
• Drive automation and operational excellence across screening and investigation processes.

Skills

Python

GitHub

Kubernetes/OpenShift

Helm

Oracle Database

PostgreSQL

SQL/PL-SQL

Java

Spring

Neo4j Graph Database

API development

Stakeholder management

English

German

AI affinity

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology

Tools

Neo4j

Job description

Are you passionate about running Compliance and AML technology solutions that help safeguarding the bank and its clients? Do you enjoy supporting the day-to-day operation, monitoring, maintenance, and continuous improvement of compliance-related applications, and working with innovative technologies including analytics and AI? Do you thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cutting‑edge technologies? Join us and help us run the future Compliance architecture at Vontobel. At Vontobel, we actively shape the future. We believe in empowering our clients – and our people – to build on their strengths and unlock new potential. Within the Legal & Compliance Platforms team, we are seeking a Compliance Operations Engineer / Application Specialist who is ready to take ownership of advanced solutions in the fields of application support, data analytics and AI.

What would your role be?

In this role, you will be responsible for critical Compliance and complex AML platforms, sanctions and adverse media screening as well as related investigation workflows. You will work closely with colleagues from Legal & Compliance, Operations and other IT colleagues to support, maintain and further develop reliable, scalable and compliant technology solutions. Implement and operate scalable software solutions using modern engineering best practices. Own the technical lifecycle of screening platforms including sanctions, PEP, adverse media and transaction screening solutions. Integrate external screening providers and internal banking applications through APIs and event‑driven architectures. Partner with Compliance SMEs to translate regulatory requirements into scalable technical solutions. Manage application upgrades, vendor releases and technical roadmaps. Identify and implement AI-driven solutions supporting business and engineering objectives. Drive automation and operational excellence across screening and investigation processes. Ensure auditability, traceability and regulatory compliance of implemented solutions. Enable end-to-end delivery of complex technology initiatives. Take ownership for project implementation including timelines, budgets, risks, and dependencies. Support stakeholders through actionable data analysis and intuitive data visualizations. This role offers a high degree of ownership and autonomy. You will play a key role in operating the architecture, technology choices and strategic direction of Vontobel's Compliance and Screening platforms.

What are we looking for?

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or a related discipline.
• 5+ years of experience in software engineering, preferably within financial services or a regulated environment.
• Proven experience as a technical operations engineer/application specialist supporting Compliance, AML, KYC or screening solutions.
• A good understanding of sanctions screening, PEP screening, adverse media screening and AML processes.
• Hands‑on experience with API development and system implementation.
• Solid knowledge of Python, GitHub, Kubernetes/OpenShift, Helm, Oracle Database, PostgreSQL, SQL / PL‑SQL.
• Knowledge of Java, Spring and Neo4j Graph Database is a plus.
• Experience in software implementation and technical project management.
• Experience with messaging and integration technologies.
• Strong analytical, problem‑solving and stakeholder management skills.
• Fluency in English and German.
• Affinity for Artificial Intelligence (AI) and a willingness to embrace AI‑enabled tools and ways of working.

What do we offer?

• Top Zurich location with collaboration spaces and free lunch.
• Friendly, diverse team in an open‑office space.
• All the latest technology to help you excel and advance.
• Agile environment in how we think, the way we work and our trust for each other.
• Flat hierarchy with collaboration at all levels.
• Campus feeling and a collaborative spirit.

We are looking for talented people, not just a CV that ticks all the boxes.

Location Requirement

This role is based in Zurich but will move to Baar in 2030, ensuring close alignment with key stakeholders in the business.

Why Vontobel?

At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. By 2030, we want to be known as one of the leading and most trusted global investment firms. We have 2,300+ engaged professionals, based in 25+ locations globally and headquartered in Zurich. We are both majority family‑owned and publicly listed. Our capacity for long‑term focus, on topics such as sustainability, is underpinned by the security of the family’s 100‑year commitment. Driven by an ownership mindset, you can unlock your potential and translate insights into opportunities. We are hiring talented individuals who are determined to deliver in a changing world and who come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Do you want to be Vontobel?

At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. We have over 2,000 engaged professionals, based in 29 locations globally and headquartered in Zurich. We are both majority family‑owned and publicly listed. Our capacity for long‑term focus, on topics such as sustainability, is underpinned by the security of the family’s 100‑year commitment. Driven by an ownership mindset, you can unlock your potential and translate insights into opportunities. We are hiring talented individuals who are determined to deliver in a changing world and who come from a wide variety of backgrounds. Do you want to be Vontobel?

At Vontobel, we are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

We value the many voices within our teams and are committed to creating an environment where everyone who wants to be part of our performance culture can be themselves. It is based on mutual respect and zero tolerance for any form of discrimination.

Private Clients

Vontobel is committed to actively managing client assets with foresight across generations. We take a holistic approach, accurately monitor the markets, anticipate trends and opportunities, and develop individual solutions. This is how we protect the entrusted assets and create optimal conditions to increase them over the long term while taking controlled risks.

Institutional Clients

Vontobel Asset Management is an active asset manager with global reach and a multi‑boutique approach. Each of our boutiques draw on specialized investment talent, a strong performance culture and robust risk management. We deliver leading‑edge solutions for both institutional and private clients.

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