Central Bank Operations and Infrastructure Subject Matter Expert

NETS SOLUTIONS PTE. LTD.; Singapore; On-site; SGD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial technology company in Singapore is seeking a Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Central Bank Operations to lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence. The ideal candidate will have over 10 years of experience in central banking, strong analytical and communication skills, and a deep understanding of monetary operations and payment systems. This role offers the opportunity to shape policy and engage with key stakeholders in the financial sector.

Qualifications

• Minimum 10 years of experience in central banking, financial infrastructure, or related domains.
• Familiarity with central bank digital currencies and emerging fintech trends.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert advisory on central bank operations.
• Lead financial market infrastructure design and modernization.
• Collaborate with stakeholders for regulatory compliance.
• Ensure operational resilience and cybersecurity.
• Drive digital currency initiatives and infrastructure upgrades.
• Contribute to the development of governing policies.
• Mentor junior staff and share knowledge across teams.

Skills

Monetary operations

Payment systems

Financial market infrastructure

Project management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Knowledge of CBDC

DLT knowledge

Experience with SWIFT

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Economics, Finance, Information Systems

Job description

Team and Position Summary

We are seeking a highly experienced and knowledgeable Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Central Bank Operations and Infrastructure to lead and support strategic initiatives, operational excellence, and infrastructure modernization efforts.

The SME will be a member of the Products and Engineering unit in NETS Solutions and will play a critical role in advising on policy, systems, and processes related to monetary operations, payment systems, financial market infrastructure, and regulatory compliance.

Key Responsibilities

• Expert Advisory: Provide deep expertise on central bank operations including monetary policy implementation, liquidity management, reserve requirements, and settlement systems.
• Infrastructure Strategy: Lead the design and modernization of financial market infrastructure (FMI), including RTGS, CSD, and payment systems.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with internal teams, regulators, financial institutions, and technology partners to ensure alignment with strategic goals and regulatory standards.
• Risk & Compliance: Ensure operational resilience, cybersecurity, and compliance with international standards such as CPMI‑IOSCO, ISO 20022, and BIS guidelines.
• Project Leadership: Drive cross‑functional projects related to digital currency initiatives, payment modernization, and infrastructure upgrades.
• Policy Development: Contribute to the formulation and review of policies, procedures, and frameworks governing central bank operations.
• Training & Knowledge Sharing: Mentor junior staff and facilitate knowledge transfer across teams.

Education and Experience

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Economics, Finance, Information Systems, or related field.
• Minimum 10 years of experience in central banking, financial infrastructure, or related domains.

Skills and Knowledge

• Strong understanding of monetary operations, payment systems, and financial market infrastructure.
• Familiarity with central bank digital currencies (CBDC), distributed ledger technologies (DLT), and emerging fintech trends.
• Proven track record in managing complex projects and stakeholder relationships.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
• Candidates with these various skillsets may be given additional consideration: Experience with systems such as SWIFT, RTGS, CSD, and payment gateways.
  Knowledge of ISO 20022 migration and its implications.
  Exposure to international central banking practices and cross‑border payment systems.