CIB Technology Graduate Programme

Standard Bank Group; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 30 000 - 70 000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking talented individuals for their graduate program in CIB Technology. This program offers a unique blend of theoretical learning and practical experience, allowing you to rotate through various aspects of technology in banking. You will gain hands-on experience with cutting-edge tools and technologies like JAVA, Python, and Docker, while developing essential skills in a collaborative environment. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to launch a successful career in a dynamic and innovative sector, where your contributions can significantly impact the future of banking in Africa.

Qualifications

• Post Graduate qualification in relevant fields expected by 2025.
• Strong technical knowledge in software development and data science.

Responsibilities

• Participate in rotations across the CIB Technology business lifecycle.
• Learn about application and technology architecture processes.

Skills

JAVA

Python

Angular

GO

C

C#

C++

Salesforce

Murex

Calypso

Docker

Terraform

Kubernetes

SQL databases

Matlab

GIT

Bitbucket

JIRA

Confluence

Power Automate

Co-pilot

Education

Post Graduate qualification

Tools

Docker

Terraform

Kubernetes

SQL databases

GIT

Bitbucket

JIRA

Confluence

Power Automate

Co-pilot

Job description

Job Description

Transforming Banking with Cutting-Edge Technology

In an ever-changing global landscape, our ability to deliver client-focused financial products and services on digital platforms is key to our success across Africa. CIB Technology powers Global Markets, Transaction Banking, and Investment Banking. The high-performance environment of these areas makes partnering with them particularly exciting. CIB Technology serves non-retail customers, such as banks, public institutions, corporates, and asset managers, facilitating various transaction types from algorithmic trading to complex structured products.

Why Standard Bank?

“If you want to be the best, you need to learn from the best.”

Standard Bank was ranked 18th in Forbes' 2024 list of the World's Best Employers, among 850 top multinational organizations. It was the highest-ranked company from Africa and second in the Banking and Financial Services sector globally.

Why should you apply?

Our graduate programme attracts talented individuals with strong technical knowledge who aim to become thought leaders and trusted advisors. The programme combines theoretical learning with practical experience through rotations across the CIB Technology business lifecycle. You will learn about application and technology architecture processes such as analysis, design, development, testing, deployment, and gain exposure to operations, maintenance, and support of live environments.

We utilize technologies to give our business a competitive edge, including JAVA, Python, Angular, GO, C, C#, C++, Salesforce, Murex, Calypso, Docker, Terraform, Kubernetes, SQL databases (Oracle, Sybase, MS SQL Server, Mongo), Matlab, GIT, Bitbucket, JIRA, Confluence, and enterprise tools like Power Automate and Co-pilot, which are increasingly relevant as our ecosystem evolves.

Upon completing the graduate program, you will have the knowledge, skills, and experience to advance your career, potentially joining CIB Technology to contribute to Standard Bank Group's success.

Qualifications

• Post Graduate qualification (Completed or expected in 2025)
• Fields include Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, Electronic Engineering, Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Financial Mathematics, Statistics, Informatics, Information Systems, Software Development, Software Engineering, Data Engineering, Data Science, Quantitative Risk Management

Additional Information

Minimum Requirements

• Must be a South African citizen
• Must be under 30 years of age
• Maximum of two years’ work experience
• Minimum of 65% average across all years of study

Key Skills and Attributes

• Collaborative working skills
• Resilience
• Creative problem solving and decision making
• Curiosity and willingness to learn
• Positive attitude and self-confidence
• Business acumen