Job Listing: System Application Developer
Company: Tropical Bank Deadline: 05/07/2024
About Tropical Bank Ltd
Tropical Bank is a commercial bank in Uganda. It is licensed and supervised by the Bank of Uganda, the country’s central bank and national banking regulator. The bank is committed to providing high-quality banking services to its clients and continuously strives to improve its systems and processes.
Job Description
Position: System Application Developer
Type: Full-time
Department: ICT Department
Reports To: Senior Database and Core Banking Application Administrator
Key Responsibilities:
Application Development and Maintenance:
- Develop, test, and deploy system applications to meet business needs.
- Troubleshoot and resolve application issues.
- Ensure software quality through code reviews and testing.
- Maintain documentation for all development activities.
- Collaborate with other developers and IT staff on projects.
T24 Core Banking System Management:
- Oversee the daily operations of the T24 Core Banking System.
- Implement system upgrades and patches.
- Ensure data integrity and security within the T24 system.
- Provide technical support for T24-related issues.
- Customize and configure T24 to align with business requirements.
Collaboration and Support:
- Work with business units to understand their application needs.
- Provide training and support to end-users.
- Assist in the development of user manuals and training materials.
- Participate in cross-functional project teams.
- Ensure effective communication between IT and other departments.
Innovation and Improvement:
- Identify opportunities for process improvements and automation.
- Stay updated on industry trends and emerging technologies.
- Propose and implement innovative solutions to enhance system performance.
- Contribute to the development of IT strategy and planning.
- Support disaster recovery and business continuity planning.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs):
Financials:
- Achieve a reduction in IT operating costs by optimizing system performance and resource allocation.
- Ensure all projects are completed within the allocated budget.
- Demonstrate ROI for new system implementations and upgrades.
- Reduce the costs associated with system maintenance and support.
- Provide accurate and timely financial reporting for IT-related expenses and investments.
Customer:
- Achieve a high level of satisfaction among end-users (measured by user feedback and surveys).
- Maintain a minimum of 99.9% uptime for critical applications, especially the T24 system.
- Reduce the average time taken to resolve system-related issues.
- Regularly collect and act on feedback from internal and external customers.
- Ensure the system performs optimally during peak times, reducing customer complaints.
Processes:
- Improve the efficiency of development and maintenance processes by 10% annually.
- Ensure all systems and processes comply with regulatory requirements.
- Maintain comprehensive and up-to-date documentation for all systems and processes.
- Implement an effective incident management process to handle system outages and failures.
- Successfully manage changes and updates to the system with minimal disruption to operations.
People:
- Ensure all team members receive ongoing training and professional development.
- Achieve high levels of engagement and satisfaction among IT staff.
- Promote a culture of knowledge sharing and collaboration within the team.
- Conduct regular performance reviews and provide constructive feedback.
- Maintain a high retention rate of skilled IT professionals within the department.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
- Proven experience as a System Application Developer.
- Strong programming skills (e.g., Java, C, SQL).
- Excellent problem-solving abilities and attention to detail.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
- Knowledge of banking operations and regulatory requirements is a plus.
- Knowledge of MS Office tools (Excel, Word, Project, and PowerPoint).
- Understanding of Bank products and services and knowledge of the banking operation issues in Uganda.
- Fluent in the English Language and any other local language, preferably Luganda, particularly for explanatory purposes to Bank customers who do not understand the English Language.
- Comply with AML/CFT/CPF policies and procedures, non-compliance of which shall be addressed as per the bank disciplinary processes.
How to Apply
If you believe you meet the requirements for this position, please submit your application letter and CV to recruitment@trobank.com.
Applications should be addressed to:
Head Human Resource
Tropical Bank Ltd
Plot 27 Kampala Road
P.O. Box 9485 Kampala
Closing date for receiving applications is: Friday, 05 July, 2024
Please Note:
- Candidates must put the Job title/position in the subject of the email during submission of their application.
- Tropical Bank does not ask for money or rewards in exchange for job opportunities.
- Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
