Application Manager

CHA Finastra Switzerland GmbH; Baden; Vor Ort; CHF 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Unlimited vacation

Employee Assistance Program

Medical and life insurance

Paid volunteering time

Career development opportunities

Global recognition programs

Flexible working hours

Zusammenfassung

CHA Finastra Switzerland GmbH is seeking a motivated Technical Application Manager in Baden, Switzerland, to lead client-facing technical projects in banking services. The role requires expertise in Linux/Unix, project management, and deployment in critical environments.

Candidates should have experience in financial services and a Bachelor's in Computer Science or Finance. Benefits include unlimited vacation, hybrid work arrangement, and a focus on employee well-being and sustainability.

Qualifikationen

• Financial services and banking experience needed, including knowledge of SWIFT and ISO standards.
• Strong Linux/Unix experience required, with proficiency in shell scripting.
• Bachelor’s degree in a relevant field is essential.

Aufgaben

• Serve as a technical lead for clients on projects.
• Drive completion of technical projects within time and budget.
• Execute deployment activities efficiently.

Kenntnisse

Financial services, banking, and payments experience; SWIFT and ISO 20022

Strong proficiency in Linux/Unix and shell scripting

Ansible for automation

Version control systems: Git/GitHub

Databases: Oracle, Ingres, PostgreSQL

TCP/IP fundamentals and REST APIs

Ability to debug Java and C application code

Monitoring tools like Zabbix

Ausbildung

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or Economics/Finance

Tools

Git/GitHub

Ansible

Zabbix

Jobbeschreibung

Company Overview

Finastra is a global leader in financial services software, supporting leading banks across lending, payments and universal banking in over 110 countries.

About the Role

As part of our Application Management Team based in Baden, Switzerland, we are looking for a motivated and self‑directed Technical Application Manager who is excited to work in a dynamic team and be part of a successful, multicultural organization.

Work Environment

This role operates in mission‑critical banking and payments environments and follows a hybrid work model (minimum two days on‑site) with occasional evening/weekend maintenance and a periodic on‑call rotation (about one week each two months).

Responsibilities & Deliverables

• Serve as a client‑facing technical lead for existing and new clients.
• Drive timely completion of multiple internal and external technical projects within scope and budget.
• Execute deployment and configuration activities efficiently and accurately.
• Enforce corporate project standards and methodologies to minimize risks.
• Coordinate across project and support teams to address issues and ensure smooth integration and handovers.
• Lead problem‑solving for technical issues during projects; record and resolve internal defects and product‑related issues with product teams.
• Maintain up‑to‑date documentation of procedures and system configurations.
• Support Product Management and Sales teams when additional technical expertise is required.
• Identify and mitigate project risks; elevate and resolve issues that impact project success.
• Work independently in cross‑functional initiatives with Development, Project, and Support teams.
• Deploy and support mission‑critical interbank transaction applications (e.g., IGTPlus) on Linux.
• Maintain and improve existing automation using Ansible; manage versions with Git/GitHub.
• Provide second‑level support using Jira; analyze and support application issues in UAT and Production environments.
• Perform scheduled maintenance during evenings/weekends and participate in a standby/on‑call rotation.
• Utilize Zabbix for monitoring to ensure platform stability and performance.

Required Technical Expertise

• Financial services, banking, and payments experience including SWIFT (MT/MX) and ISO 20022 message standards; familiarity with domestic payment schemes such as SIC and SECOM.
• Linux/Unix (RedHat) and shell scripting with strong proficiency.
• Automation & configuration management: Ansible (preferred); exposure to Puppet or Chef.
• Version control: Git/GitHub.
• Databases: Oracle, Ingres, and PostgreSQL; capable of writing SQL queries and performing basic administration.
• Integration & messaging: TCP/IP fundamentals; FTP/SFTP, SSH; WebSphereMQ and ActiveMQ; REST APIs; file‑based message exchange between applications.
• Application & runtime: Ability to debug Java and C application code; experience with JBoss (application server).
• Understanding of SWIFT AGI, SAG, or SASS services (strong plus).
• Monitoring: Zabbix.

Required Experience and Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/IT or Economics/Finance, or equivalent experience.
• Solid technical application integration experience in Linux/Unix production environments; real‑time processing experience, preferably within the banking industry and payment traffic.
• Proven contribution to finance‑related project teams, preferably within banks or financial institutions.
• Dedicated, client‑focused professional with proven ability to plan and manage projects successfully.
• Comfortable liaising directly with clients and managing projects independently with minimal supervision.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills; customer‑oriented and results‑oriented mindset.
• Ability to work under pressure in a fast‑paced environment with tight deadlines.
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects concurrently; build strong working relationships with colleagues and project members.
• Consistent track record of meeting deadlines and working effectively both independently and in cross‑functional teams.
• English fluent; spoken German valued.

Benefits

• Flexibility: Unlimited vacation subject to local regulations; hybrid working arrangements; paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well‑being: Confidential one‑to‑one support through the Employee Assistance Program; wellbeing champions and gather groups; monthly events and initiatives.
• Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance; retirement plans; lifestyle and other benefits.
• Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities.
• Inclusion: Participation in inclusion communities such as CountMeIn, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra.
• Career Development: Online learning and accredited courses via the Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition: Global recognition program Finastra Celebrates and regular employee surveys.
• Additional Perks: Paid holidays, flexible working hours, pension plan, and comprehensive health initiatives.