FSO- Technology Consulting - Senior Manager/ Manager - DevOps Specialist (Core Banking)

Ernst & Young Advisory Services Sdn Bhd; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

A global consulting firm in Kuala Lumpur is seeking an experienced integration manager. This role focuses on driving the integration of next-generation core systems across different business segments. Candidates should have over 8 years of experience in core system integration and possess strong stakeholder management skills. You will work with various teams to ensure seamless system interoperability and contribute to a core modernization initiative.

Benefits

Flexible work environment

World-class training experiences

Qualifications

• Over 8 years of experience in core system integration or similar.
• Proven expertise with integration frameworks and architectures.
• Strong knowledge of integration patterns and data flows.

Responsibilities

• Define integration strategy and architecture aligned with objectives.
• Liaison between clients, vendors, and internal teams for integration matters.
• Oversee integration lifecycle between core banking platforms and applications.

Skills

Core system integration

Stakeholder management

API-led architecture

Cloud technologies

Financial services knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

AWS

Azure

TOGAF certification

Job description

About the Role

We are seeking an experienced individual to drive integration of next-generation core system with downstream applications and systems across different business segments (e.g. Retail, SME, and Commercial). This role is responsible for designing, planning, and executing the integration of legacy systems, third-party platforms, and modern cloud-native applications as part of a core system modernisation initiative. You will lead the integration architecture, coordinate cross-functional technical teams, manage interfaces across internal and external systems, and ensure secure, scalable, and reliable integrations. This role is essential to ensuring end-to-end system interoperability and smooth business operations across a highly regulated enterprise environment.

The Opportunity

Join our growing Financial Services, Technology Consulting team to play a key role in core system modernisation. This full-time role provides the chance to work alongside a high-performing team of consultants, architects, and domain specialists, leveraging cutting-edge tools and methodologies to deliver transformative outcomes for our clients. You will have the opportunity to shape our client’s digital future, helping them unlock value from their data and systems to remain competitive in a rapidly evolving industry.

Key Responsibilities

• Define integration strategy, architecture, and approach aligned with project objectives and program timelines
• Serve as the primary liaison between clients, core banking vendors, third-party providers, and internal teams for all integration matters
• Oversee the end-to-end integration lifecycle between core banking platforms and supporting applications (e.g. payments, CRM, digital channels, and third-party services)
• Coordinate with technical leads, business analysts, and solution architects to ensure consistent and reliable integration across all workstreams
• Guide planning for system integration testing (SIT/UAT), interface validation, and operational readiness
• Identify integration risks and dependencies early, and facilitate timely mitigation in collaboration with stakeholders

Governance & Reporting

• Provide regular updates to senior leadership and governance forums on integration progress, challenges, and resolutions
• Ensure adherence to integration standards, best practices, and compliance requirements throughout the project lifecycle

Required Qualifications

Education & Technical Skills

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field
• Over 8 years of experience in core system integration or related system implementation and project management experience
• Proven expertise with next-generation core system platforms and integration frameworks (e.g. API-led, middleware, messaging layers)
• Understanding of modern core system architectures, including cloud-enabled, modular, and scalable systems
• Strong knowledge of integration patterns, data flows, synchronization strategies, and interface management
• Deep understanding of financial services core modules, such as:
  • Banking (e.g. CASA, Deposits, Loans, Payments, Customer, Treasury)
  • Familiarity with banking operations, business processes, and regulatory reporting (e.g., financial accounting, CCRIS, STATsmart, MFRS9, PIDM, EAL)
  • Insurance (e.g. Policy administration, Underwriting, Claims Management, Payments, Re-insurance)
  • Treasury (e.g. Customer, Trade Booking, Trade Event, Settlement, Post Settlement)

Professional Certification

• TOGAF or similar enterprise architecture certification
• Relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP)
• Agile, SAFe, or ITIL certifications a plus

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strong stakeholder management skills, with experience coordinating multiple vendors, internal teams, and senior client leadership
• Excellent communication, strategic planning, and decision-making capabilities
• Problem-solving mindset with a strong sense of ownership and accountability
• Ability to work under pressure and manage competing priorities

What We Offer You

At EY, we’ll develop you with future-focused skills and equip you with world-class experiences. We’ll empower you in a flexible environment, and fuel you and your extraordinary talents in a diverse and inclusive culture of globally connected teams. Learn more. Are you ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today.

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