Senior Developer (Credit & Prov, AS400, COBOL, RPG), Core Banking

uobgroup; Malaysia; On-site; MYR 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

6255 UOB Innovation Hub 2 Sdn Bhd seeks an experienced IBM i developer to lead end-to-end software development for banking applications. You will analyze requirements, design and implement solutions using RPGLE, COBOL, and DB2, and collaborate with analysts to deliver robust business systems.

You will manage multiple projects, perform testing and deployments, and maintain system documentation. Strong ARCAD and RDi skills are required; knowledge of Global CIF is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 6-9 years of experience in Core Banking support and development.
• Strong experience in AS400/IBM i development using RPGLE, Free Format RPG, SQLRPGLE, CL, COBOL, and DB2.
• Experience with ARCAD and Rational Developer for i (RDi) development environments and deployment processes.
• Knowledge of Global CIF systems and customer data management is a plus.

Responsibilities

• End-to-end software development and support for work transitioned from Group, including requirements analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
• Design, develop, and maintain applications using AS400/IBM i technologies (RPGLE, CL, COBOL, DB2).
• Manage multiple projects, changes, and releases with adherence to timelines and quality standards.
• Create technical design documents, solution specifications, and project deliverables.

Skills

AS/400 IBM i

RPGLE

SQLRPGLE

COBOL

DB2

RDi

ARCAD

DevOps

Agile

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/Engineering

Tools

Rational Developer for i (RDi)

ARCAD

Job description

Company: 6255 UOB Innovation Hub 2 Sdn Bhd

About UOB

United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values - Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.

Job Description

About The Department

UOB Innovation Hub 2 (InnoHub2) is a UOB-wholly owned subsidiary and a Centre of Excellence based in Malaysia, providing Group Business Services (GBS) to support the UOB Group. Started in 2021 with technology application design, development and support, InnoHub2 is expanding beyond technology services to deliver other business services to support the Bank's growth ambition. We are looking for talented and motivated individuals to be part of the pioneer team spearheading the development and delivery of the new services.

As part of the InnoHub2 team, you will have the opportunity to work on Group initiatives and gain regional business exposure. We are dynamic, passionate and purposeful about delivering trusted financial solutions that enables business growth. An exciting career progression with varied opportunities awaits you at IH2. Come grow your career with us.

Job Responsibilities

You will be responsible for the end-to-end software development and support for all work transitioned from Group (which could be projects, quarterly change requests, or L3 production fixes). This includes requirements analysis, solution design, development, implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing support. You will work closely with business analysts and stakeholders to understand business requirements and deliver effective technical solutions.

The role involves supporting and enhancing banking applications related to Limits, Collaterals (systems supporting the lodgement, revaluation, and release of collaterals and related documents for secured loans), Provisioning (systems supporting IFRS9 and Non-Performing Loan (NPL) financial provisioning), and Global CIF (Customer Information File) applications.

You will be expected to manage and deliver multiple projects, enhancement initiatives, and change requests in parallel, ensuring timelines, quality standards, and business objectives are consistently met.

Other responsibilities include:

• Create technical design documents and solution specifications.
• Compile timely, comprehensive, and accurate documentation, reports, and project deliverables.
• Compile timely, comprehensive, and accurate documentation, reports, and project deliverables.
• Perform analysis, design, development, testing, and implementation of applications according to project and change request requirements.
• Design, develop, and maintain software databases and tables, including application data structures, interfaces, and communication processes.
• Develop and maintain system documentation to capture key design decisions and application architecture.
• Develop, enhance, and support applications using AS400/IBM i technologies, RPGLE, Free Format RPG, SQLRPGLE, CL, COBOL, and DB2.
• Utilize ARCAD and Rational Developer for i (RDi) for source management, development, build, deployment, and software lifecycle management.
• Manage software releases, deployments, and DevOps-related activities for IBM i applications.
• Review code changes delivered by contract developers and ensure adherence to development standards and best practices.
• Manage vendor deliverables to ensure quality, compliance, and timely completion.
• Test, maintain, troubleshoot, and recommend software improvements to optimize system stability and performance.
• Collaborate with production support teams to perform root cause analysis, resolve production incidents, conduct code reviews, and execute unit testing.
• Independently install, customize, integrate, and support software packages and applications.
• Work effectively within cross-functional Agile delivery teams, utilizing project management and collaboration tools.
• Support concurrent project deliveries, production issues, and change requests while maintaining high-quality standards and meeting business commitments.

Job Requirements

• Bachelor's degree/University degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• 6-9 years of experience in Core Banking support and development.
• Strong experience in AS400/IBM i development using RPGLE, Free Format RPG, SQLRPGLE, CL, COBOL, and DB2.
• Experience with ARCAD and Rational Developer for i (RDi) development environments and deployment processes.
• Knowledge of Global CIF (Customer Information File) systems and customer data management processes would be highly ad