Data Engineer

SWIFT; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking cooperative that connects over 10,000 banking organizations globally! As a Systems Engineer, you will leverage your programming expertise in Java and Python to develop and enhance applications on a cutting-edge Data Management Platform. Collaborate with a dynamic team to design and implement innovative solutions that drive the evolution of data and analytics in the financial sector. Enjoy a supportive environment that values your unique perspective and encourages continuous learning and growth. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a rapidly expanding field while enjoying a competitive package and a culture that celebrates diversity and inclusion.

Benefits

Competitive salary package

Career development opportunities

Flexible working environment

Supportive team culture

Qualifications

• 3-5 years in software development in an international setting.
• Experience in Java/Python programming and Agile methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and support systems as per requirements.
• Provide technical assistance and guidance to team members.

Skills

Java

Python

Continuous Integration

Agile Methodologies

API Development

Linux Scripting

Communication Skills

Education

University degree in Computer Science

Equivalent work experience

Tools

GIT

Jenkins

Maven

Docker

JIRA

Confluence

BitBucket

Job description

About the Role
SWIFT is a member-owned cooperative that provides the communications platform, products and services to
connect more than 10,000 banking organizations, securities institutions and corporate customers in 211
countries. As part of its Instant, Frictionless payments strategy, SWIFT is rapidly expanding its Data & Analytics
capabilities to support our customers in this area of understanding payments. In this context, the Data and Analytics tribe is looking for a Systems Engineer with excellent technical skills combined with a real sense to learn new technologies. Together with the team, you will have the opportunity to build applications on a new Data Management Platform (DMP). The Data Distribution squad, based in Kuala Lumpur (KL), BE and NL contributes to the DMP platform evolution. You will develop, test and deploy new features and components requested by the delivery teams.

What to expect?

• Design, develop, test, install and support programs/systems in line with agreed requirements.

• Assist with the analysis of requirements and the development of recommendations as to the systems approach to follow.

• Prepare specifications, codes, tests, deliverables, acceptance criteria, time frames, and prepare and study the technical feasibility and estimates of the proposed systems solutions.

• Analyze the problems, develop, and propose solutions to more senior team members.

• Provide technical assistance to other Swift colleagues and provide guidance to more junior team members in their daily work.

• Develop and maintain technical documentation and prepare and give presentations to customers on systems.

• Provide timing/scheduling estimates to project lead and propose corrective actions to timelines.

What will make you successful?

Qualifications:

• 3 - 5 years of proven experience in software development in an international setting.

• University degree in computer science or related field. Or equivalent work experience.

Technical Skills Requirements:

• Must have:

  • Education and experience in programming languages and their design patterns (mainly Java/Python).

  • Experience in continuous integration/delivery build environment: GIT, Jenkins, Maven, Coverage and Static/Dynamic Code Analysis tools.

  • Containers systems (Docker, podman).

  • Experience with Agile Tools (JIRA, ServiceNow, Confluence, BitBucket).

  • Have experience working in an Agile team.

  • Software development tools (Jenkins/Cloudbees, Maven, IntelliJ/VisualCode, etc.).

  • Good understanding of the API concept.

  • Basic understanding of Linux OS and scripting language.

• Good to have:

  • Software delivery processes (Agile, Scrum, …).

  • Spring boot.

  • Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Kubernetes, OpenShift, …).

  • Oracle PL/SQL or SQL.

  • Data Governance concept.

  • Financial Message Standards (FIN, ISO20022, …).

  • Exposed to Data Engineering tools (Airflow, NiFi, Trino, Ranger, Collibra, … etc).

Professional Skills Requirements:

• Strong communication skills, both written and oral.

• Ability to work well in both a team and individual environment.

• Quality oriented.

• Open communication.

• Willing to learn new technologies.

What we offer:

We put you in control of your career.

We give you a competitive package.

We help you perform at your best.

We help you make a difference.

We give you the freedom to be yourself.

We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. An environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential regardless of age, background, culture, colour, disability, gender, nationality, race, religion, or veteran/military status.