Head of Integration Technology

HANDELSBANKEN PLC; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank is seeking a Head of Integration Technology to lead the modernization of its IT systems. This role involves technical ownership of integrations, leading a team, and ensuring the successful transition to cloud-based solutions. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and extensive experience in product engineering, particularly in Java and cloud technologies.

Benefits

Private medical insurance

Income protection

Life assurance

Market-leading pension contribution of 15%

Qualifications

• Experience in product engineering and delivery, with at least 2 years in a people management role.
• Proven track record of delivering well-engineered solutions using current technologies.
• Experience leading and scaling distributed autonomous engineering teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead a technical team and oversee integration and COTS software.
• Manage technical aspects of delivery for payments and core banking touchpoints.
• Mentor and coach engineers, sharing best practices.

Skills

Java

Cloud-native app development

Networking technologies

Job description

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Job Introduction

Main Responsibilities

Handelsbanken is undergoing a multi-year IT modernization program to replace its payments and core banking systems. We need a Head of Integration Technology to take technical ownership of these areas. The role involves building and leading a modern software capability in the UK to integrate Handelsbanken's systems with Commercial Off The Shelf (COTS) software solutions.

The successful candidate will lead a technical team, oversee integration and COTS software, provide strategic technical direction, improve collaboration with Group teams, and support the migration of digital offerings to the Cloud. Collaboration with key stakeholders across the business is essential. Additionally, the candidate should be able to influence and shape the transition to a modern agile mindset and operating model.

Technical Leadership

• Own application design quality, select appropriate technologies for high-performance, stable, large-scale, microservices-based, cloud applications.
• Act as a counterpart to the digital product owner, jointly manage the backlog.
• Take technical ownership of UK integrations and oversee all related work.
• Ensure compliance with IT development controls and manage platform risks and governance.
• Contribute to technical buy vs. build decisions aligning with modernization strategy.
• Securely incorporate third-party and Group solutions into digital offerings.
• Support the transition to microservice-based cloud applications.
• Evaluate technical efficiency, long-term costs, time to market, and technical debt.
• Ensure excellent third-line support for products and services.
• Stay updated with digital technology trends and incorporate them into system designs.
• Enable teams to be accountable for testing, ensuring it is fast, frequent, and effective.
• Integrate security into the development process.
• Participate in code reviews and pair programming as appropriate.
• Support a move towards a DevOps culture when required.

Delivery Aspects

• Manage technical aspects of delivery for payments and core banking touchpoints.
• Enhance agile practices and optimize delivery throughput for front-end and back-end components.
• Drive technical operational excellence through continuous improvement.
• Evaluate technical efficiency, long-term costs, and technical debt.
• Balance Agile and Waterfall methodologies as needed.
• Manage vendor product configurations and SI relationships as necessary.

People Leadership of UK Integration Teams

• Line management for developers and configuration staff to achieve modernization outcomes.
• Build, develop, and lead a modern software capability across multiple teams.
• Mentor and coach engineers, share best practices, and empower teams to drive change.
• Conduct structured performance reviews for ongoing professional development.
• Translate department objectives into team key results.

Ideal Candidate

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• Experience in product engineering and delivery, with at least 2 years in a people management role.
• Hands-on experience with Java, cloud-native app development, databases, build pipelines, and networking technologies.
• Experience leading and scaling distributed autonomous engineering teams, especially remotely.
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced environment and learn new skills quickly.
• Proven track record of delivering well-engineered solutions using current technologies.
• Experience managing engineering teams over time, demonstrating leadership across development, quality, support, architecture, and integration.
• Familiarity with product development lifecycle and lean-agile practices.
• Strategic thinking with tactical and operational awareness.
• Strong leadership skills to inspire and grow talent.
• Ability to influence others and build collaborative relationships.
• Capability to craft a clear, compelling vision incorporating diverse inputs.

Company Information

Handelsbanken is a relationship bank with decentralized operations, a strong local presence through a nationwide branch network, and a long-term customer focus. Each branch operates as a local business, making decisions tailored to individual customer needs rather than product sales.

We are embarking on an exciting Business Transformation journey to enhance our systems, processes, and services, evolving our ways of working. Join us to help shape the future of banking for our valued customers.

The bank is committed to embedding equality and diversity into all activities, fostering an inclusive and welcoming environment for applicants regardless of background, age, disability, gender, race, religion, or other characteristics.

For more information, visit our Handelsbanken website.

We value our culture and core values, including trust and respect for each individual. We aim to create a workplace where people can flourish, empowered to make decisions within their areas of expertise. We take a long-term perspective, encouraging each employee to build a successful career with us.

What is in it for you?

• A wide range of learning and development opportunities to support your growth.
• Competitive salary and benefits, including private medical insurance, income protection, and life assurance.
• Market-leading pension contribution of 15%, invested in a wide range of funds, including ESG and Shariah options.

Application Next Steps

Your journey begins once you submit your application. Our recruiters will review your details and may contact you for a phone interview. If mutually suitable, you'll be invited for technical and competency interviews.

We support candidates throughout the process, including additional preparation time or specific requirements—just contact us at [e-mail].

This advert will be live for at least two weeks and may close earlier depending on response volume.

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