IT TT DEV / BA

UBP - Union Bancaire Privée; Genf; On-site; CHF 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Union Bancaire Privée in Geneva seeks an IT Developer / Business Analyst to blend software development with business analysis in a bank IT setting. You will analyze requirements, design and implement solutions, and document technical and functional details with a strong emphasis on security and standards.

You will collaborate with IT teams, business stakeholders and vendors while supporting testing and deployment activities, and helping users post-go-live.

Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or related field.
• Basic knowledge of banking and financial services.
• Professional experience in software development.
• Previous experience in business analysis or IT project delivery would be an advantage.
• Fluency in both French and English, with excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Responsibilities

• The position combines software development, business analysis and project delivery activities within the Bank’s IT environment.
• Analyze, estimate and plan technical, security and functional requirements.
• Design, develop, test and implement solutions in accordance with the Bank’s standards and procedures.
• Maintain clear, accurate and up-to-date technical and functional documentation.
• Implement and maintain development, testing and deployment tools and processes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of applications, processes and development practices.
• Provide Level 3 support for applications, including complex incident analysis and coordination with vendors.
• Collaborate with IT teams, business stakeholders and third-party providers.
• As a Business Analyst, assist sponsors in defining and documenting requirements.
• Translate user needs into actionable specifications and define solutions with project stakeholders.
• Prepare deliverables and workshops to gather requirements and support delivery.
• Support development, testing (SIT/UAT) and risk/mitigation planning.
• Train users during implementation and contribute to user documentation.

Skills

Java (8+)

Angular

Vue.js

SQL

Oracle

MS SQL Server

Sybase

Git

CI/CD tools

APIs & integration

Cloud / infrastructure

Software testing tools

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/IT/Engineering

Banking knowledge

Software development experience

Business analysis / IT project delivery (adv)

French & English language skills

Tools

GIT

CI/CD tools

Job description

T&T IT Developer / Business Analyst – Job Description

Main Responsibilities

The position combines software development, business analysis and project delivery activities within the Bank’s IT environment.

As An IT Developer

• Analyze, estimate and plan technical, security and functional requirements.
• Design, develop, test and implement solutions in accordance with the Bank’s standards and procedures.
• Maintain clear, accurate and up-to-date technical and functional documentation.
• Implement and maintain development, testing and deployment tools and processes.
• Contribute to the continuous improvement of applications, processes and development practices.
• Provide Level 3 support for applications within the assigned scope, including the analysis of complex incidents, resolution of application-related issues, coordination with vendors, and participation in problem management.
• Collaborate with IT teams, business stakeholders and third-party application providers.
• Use the Bank’s approved AI tools, in compliance with applicable security, confidentiality and data protection requirements.

As a Business Analyst

• Assist project sponsors and business stakeholders in defining and documenting their requirements.
• Analyze functional requirements raised by users, sponsors and other stakeholders.
• Identify business needs, clarify objectives and translate them into clear and actionable specifications.
• Define and recommend appropriate solutions in collaboration with all project stakeholders, including third-party application teams.
• Prepare project deliverables and functional specifications in accordance with UBP’s methodology and standards.
• Prepare, facilitate and document workshops to gather requirements, align stakeholders and support project delivery.
• Support the development team during technical and functional analysis.
• Coordinate and execute testing activities, including System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).
• Identify, assess and closely monitor project risks, issues and dependencies.
• Define and follow up on appropriate mitigation and resolution plans.
• Support and train users during implementation and after go-live.
• Contribute to the preparation of user documentation and operational procedures.

Technical Skills

• Required:- Programming experience with Java, including Java 8 or later.
• Angular and Vue.js.
• Strong SQL skills are required, including experience with Oracle, Microsoft SQL Server and Sybase.
• Experience with version-control tools (e.g. GIT) and automatic deployment tools.
• An advantage:- Knowledge of APIs and integration technologies.
• Knowledge of cloud or infrastructure technologies would be an advantage.
• Knowledge of software testing tools and methodologies.

Personal Skills

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to adapt communication style to different audiences, including business users, IT specialists and senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical skills, with the ability to understand complex topics and summarize them clearly.
• Customer- and service-oriented mindset.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to build consensus while respecting people, processes and established procedures.
• Commitment to producing clear, accurate and user-friendly documentation.
• Strong willingness to learn, improve and contribute to the team.
• Proactive, energetic and able to take ownership of initiatives.
• Rigorous, reliable and committed to delivering high-quality results.
• Ability to work independently while contributing effectively to a collaborative team environment.
• Autonomous and able to manage multiple tasks at the same time with different priorities.

Education And Qualifications

• University degree or equivalent qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering or a related field.
• Basic knowledge of banking and financial services is required.
• Professional experience in software development is required.
• Previous experience in business analysis or IT project delivery would be an advantage
• Fluency in both French and English, with excellent written and spoken communication skills.

Experience

At least three years of professional experience in software development, preferably within the banking or financial services industry

Core Competencies

Core Competencies : Adherence to the company’s values: Dedication, Conviction, Agility and Responsibility - Compliance with regulations and internal directives