System Analyst - Payments (Swift)

OVERSEA-CHINESE BANKING CORPORATION LIMITED; Singapore; On-site; SGD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading bank in Singapore seeks a System Analyst to work on innovative payment systems. This role involves engaging with stakeholders, guiding technical design, and developing solutions. The ideal candidate has over 5 years of experience in software development, strong skills in SWIFT products, and is proficient in Unix/Linux and Oracle. Join us to drive transformation and be part of a collaborative approach to financial services.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Flexible benefits

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experiences in system/software development.
• Experience with SDLC and Agile methodologies.
• End-to-end payments system knowledge with ISO20022.

Responsibilities

• Deliver projects and solutions closely with key stakeholders.
• Analyze change requests and review system design.
• Develop programs and scripts for payment systems.
• Support SIT and UAT and resolve technical issues.

Skills

SWIFT products

Alliance Messaging Hub (AMH)

Unix/Linux

Oracle database/SQL

DevOps tools

Java

XML

Education

Degree in Information Technology / Engineering / Computer Science

Tools

Jira

Bitbucket

Jenkins

Ansible

Job description

Why Join

Imagine being part of a team that builds innovative digital solutions for one of Asia's leading banks. As a Software Engineer at OCBC, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting‑edge projects that transform the way we deliver financial services. You'll be part of a collaborative team that values creativity, innovation, and continuous learning.

How you succeed

The successful candidate will assume the role of System Analyst (SA) in the Payments domain where he/she will function as technical specialist/lead who possesses sound technical knowledge about payment systems and open‑system platforms. Participate actively in projects, solutions and other initiatives which involve system impact analysis, technical design, development, testing and system commissioning for the payment systems.

What you do

• Work closely with key stakeholders to deliver projects and solutions.


• Work closely with product vendors to analyze change request, review system design, ensure compliance to technology architecture standards, software defect resolution and system deployment.


• Develop programs and scripts.


• Provide support to SIT and UAT, investigate and resolve technical issues reported in projects.


• Provide support to system and performance management, application security vulnerability management and control, software release management.


• Plan and commission production system implementation.


• Develop technical documents and other System Development Life Cycle (SDLC), and Agile documents.

Who you are

• Preferably with Information Technology / Engineering / Computer Science related degree.


• Possess minimum of 5 years experiences in system / software development, preferably with exposure to SDLC and Agile methodologies.


• Strong experience in working with Alliance Messaging Hub (AMH), SWIFT Application Alliance (SAA), Alliance Gateway (SAG), Alliance Web Platform (AWP), SWIFTNet Link and SWIFT HSM.


• End-to‑End payments system knowledge with detailed insights on payment file format ISO20022 and d SWIFT Experience with payments field/value mapping and validations.


• Possess technical knowledge in UNIX/Linux, Shell scripting, Oracle database, SQL, Java, XML, WebLogic, IBM MQSeries, and control_m.


• Experience in DevOps tools Jira, Bitbucket, Jenkins, Ansible, etc are good advantages.


• Possess positive (can‑do) working attitude, willing to hands on, with resilience and good adaptability to take on different challenging assignments, and able to multi‑tasking.


• Effective and has good self‑initiative to learn and excel individually and as a team.


• Good soft skills in communication, writing, presentation, etc., are valued.

Mandatory Skills

SWIFT products, AMH, SAA, SAG, Unix/Linux, Oracle database/SQL

Who we are

As Singapore's longest established bank, we have been dedicated to enabling individuals and businesses to achieve their aspirations since 1932. How? By taking the time to truly understand people. From there, we provide support, services, solutions, and career paths that meet their individual needs and desires.

Today, we're on a journey of transformation. Leveraging technology and creativity to become a future‑ready learning organisation. But for all that change, our strategic ambition is consistently clear and bold, which is to be Asia's leading financial services partner for a sustainable future.

We invite you to build the bank of the future. Innovate the way we deliver financial services. Work in friendly, supportive teams. Build lasting value in your community. Help people grow their assets, business, and investments. Take your learning as far as you can. Or simply enjoy a vibrant, future‑ready career. Your Opportunity Starts Here.

What we offer

Competitive base salary. A suite of holistic, flexible benefits to suit every lifestyle. Community initiatives. Industry‑leading learning and professional development opportunities. Equal opportunity. Fair employment. Selection based on ability and fit with our culture and values. Your wellbeing, growth and aspirations are every bit as cared for as the needs of our customers.