System Analyst KSA

Be-Exec; Riyadh; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading fintech company in Riyadh is seeking a System Analyst to bridge business needs and technical implementation for a peer-to-peer lending platform. This role offers a unique opportunity to contribute to financial inclusion and innovation in the region. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business analysis, excellent communication skills, and familiarity with fintech regulations. Join us to help shape a platform that empowers the underbanked population.

Qualifications

• At least 2 years of experience in a business or system analyst role, preferably in fintech or banking.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian payment systems and fintech regulations is a strong advantage.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document comprehensive business requirements.
• Translate business needs into actionable technical specifications.
• Support System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT).

Skills

Analytical Skills

Problem Solving

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

BPMN

UML

RESTful APIs

SOAP APIs

Job description

We are looking for a System analyst for an ambitious fintech company based in Riyadh that is building a peer-to-peer (P2P) lending platform designed to bridge a critical gap in the financial services market. The platform targets the underbanked population by providing fair, transparent access to micro-loans and investment opportunities for retail investors.

This is a rare opportunity to join a mission-driven project from the ground up and help shape a platform that promotes financial inclusion , technological innovation , and impact-driven investing .

As a Systems Analyst , you will play a vital role in bridging business needs and technical implementation across the platform's lifecycle :

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document comprehensive business requirements in close collaboration with internal and external stakeholders.
• Translate business needs into clear, structured, and actionable technical specifications for the development team.
• Support and contribute to System Integration Testing (SIT) and User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to ensure alignment with business expectations and quality standards.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional development teams throughout the software development lifecycle (SDLC) , offering ongoing clarification and support.
• Create and maintain detailed technical documentation, including system specifications, process flows, and functional requirements.
• Analyze existing systems to understand limitations, integration points, and inform future solution design.

Requirements :

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related discipline.
• At least 2 years of experience in a business or system analyst role, preferably in fintech or banking.
• Proficiency in BPMN and UML for business process and system modeling.
• Solid understanding of software development methodologies and the SDLC.
• Hands-on experience working with RESTful and SOAP APIs for system integration.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with an ability to understand and communicate complex system interdependencies.
• Excellent communication skills in English , both written and verbal.
• Fluency in Arabic is required, as the role involves frequent communication with local stakeholders, partners, and regulatory bodies.
• Familiarity with Saudi Arabian payment systems and fintech regulations will be considered a strong advantage.