Technical Delivery Manager, Core Banking

UOB; Kuala Lumpur; On-site; MYR 167,400 - 223,200; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Asia seeks a Technical Delivery Manager to oversee core banking project deliverables in Kuala Lumpur. You will lead technical delivery processes, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and ensure compliance with enterprise standards. The ideal candidate has 9+ years in banking/IT, knowledge in IBM AS400, and a degree in IT. This role offers a dynamic opportunity for career advancement within a major financial institution.

Qualifications

• At least 9 years’ experience in relevant Banking / Information Technology.
• Strong understanding and experience in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of Agile development methodology.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders from project inception to post-deployment.
• Manage end-to-end technical delivery, requirements management, and design engagement.
• Provide status updates on technical delivery to Program Manager.

Skills

Banking experience

Knowledge of IBM AS400

RPG programming

CL programming

COBOL programming

Understanding of SDLC

Agile methodology

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Information Technology

Tools

Silverlake banking software suite

ALDON

Job description

Technical Delivery Manager, Core Banking

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. We are expanding beyond technology services to deliver other business services to support the Bank’s growth. 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.

Job Responsibilities

• As a Technical Delivery Manager (TDM) for Core Banking, you will collaborate with stakeholders from project inception, analysis, design, development, testing to pre- and post-deployment phases.
• Ensure good quality and smooth delivery of core banking enhancements compliant with mandated framework and guidelines.
• Focus on Core Banking – Customer (BWCIF), Deposits, Channels, Customer Self-Service and Reporting.
• Manage end-to-end technical delivery, requirements management, design/development engagement, testing requirements, deployment planning and post-implementation support.
• Project delivery management and planning of technical deliverables (including system enhancements and upgrades) within budget.
• Coordinate across application teams to manage technical dependencies.
• Monitor and manage risks/issues related to technical delivery.
• Provide status updates related to technical delivery; report to Program and/or Project Manager for strategic programs.
• Partner with Functional Business Analysts, System Analysts and subject matter experts to understand and implement functional and technical requirements.
• Provide input to specifications (e.g., effort estimates, high-level delivery plan) based on impact assessment.
• Ensure solution design complies with enterprise design principles, security and control standards by partnering with Domain Architects, Development Managers and Security Architects.
• Collaborate with Development Manager to lead application teams in building enhancements.
• Coordinate with Test Manager to ensure completion of SIT, UAT, performance/load testing and application security testing with quality results.
• Work with IT Security to facilitate penetration testing and remediation in line with the Mitigation Plan.
• Prepare technical implementation plan across application teams and coordinate activities for production cutover and post-implementation support.

Job Requirements

• At least 9 years’ experience in relevant Banking / Information Technology.
• Knowledge of IBM AS400 platform, RPG, CL & COBOL programming, ALDON.
• Strong understanding and experience in Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Knowledge of Agile development methodology.
• Silverlake banking software suite is a plus.
• Bachelors Degree in Information Technology or related disciplines; additional professional qualifications are advantageous but not mandatory.

Additional Requirements

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UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.

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