Systems Analyst at Boardroom Appointments

Key purpose:

• We are seeking an experienced Intermediate Systems Analyst to join our Bank project team. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in API development and integration with open-source APIs. The candidate should also have prior corporate or commercial experience in delivering projects within an Agile environment.

Duties and responsibilities:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to elicit, analyze, and document business requirements for the development of new APIs and back-end systems.
• Participate in the design, development, testing, and implementation of API solutions that meet business needs.
• Perform impact analysis and feasibility studies on system changes and enhancements.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts, developers, project managers, and QA engineers, to ensure successful delivery of projects.
• Develop and maintain documentation related to APIs and back-end systems, including functional specifications, user manuals, and technical documentation.
• Provide technical support for APIs and back-end systems, including troubleshooting and issue resolution.
• Stay up-to-date with emerging trends and technologies in API development and back-end integration.

Qualifications and experience:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 5 - 8 years of experience in systems analysis, including experience with API development and integration with open-source APIs.
• Experience with back-end integration technologies such as ESBs, SOAP, and messaging systems.
• Strong knowledge of software development best practices, including Agile methodologies.
• Experience working in a corporate or commercial environment, preferably in the banking or financial services industry.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred skills:

• Familiarity with microservices architecture and related technologies.
• Understanding of database design and performance optimization.
• Experience with cloud-based platforms such as AWS or Azure.