Tribe Technological Lead - Swift Product

PagoNxt (a Santander company)

Nov 2

Applications are closed

Job
Full-time
Senior & Expert Level
Software Engineering
IT & Cybersecurity
Madrid

Requirements

Excellent expertise in managing a diverse set of stakeholders and requirements including regulatory supervision.
Excellent expertise in managing technological platforms and in-depth knowledge of system architecture, distributed systems, Lynux, LDAP and authentication systems.
Experience working with payment Systems and Swift messaging applications.
Experienced in developing and managing high performing teams through growing people, nurturing trust in the group and establishing a shared sense of purpose.
Ability to work under-pressure.
Ability to inspire engagement in people through leading by example and cultivating a culture of transparency and staff influence.
Capable of producing high quality output with a strong focus on attention to detail.
Ability to understand the business context and technology and to manage uncertainty.
Strong communication skills, both written and verbal, to communicate effectively across a wide range of stakeholders. Proven ability to explain security issues in clearly to a wide range of stakeholders.
Strong negotiating, conflict resolution, influencing and stakeholder management skills to ensure effective change management.
Strong problem solving and innovative mindset to ensure a clear focus on the forward agenda.
Technical degree such in computer science, engineering or similar.
Information security/risk management certification such as ISO27001, BS7799, ISACA, CISSP, etc.
SWIFT Specialist in Customer Infrastructure.
5 to 10 years management experience in information technology functions.
Experience in the financial/banking industry.

Responsibilities

Provide a fully resilient and high availability 24x7 service including a flawless traffic and a straight through processing of all kinds of messaging services within the SWIFT platform.
Maintain a cost-effective operation.
Plan, coordinate, and execute all required platform improvements including all standard releases and all changes required to comply with both internal policies and regulatory requirements.
Administrate the integration solutions under the scope of the Global product (MERVA, GSTP), managing the demand and needs of the units consuming these solutions.
Implement all required initiatives to manage and minimize risk according to Group policies.
Define, implement and supervise all required controls and indicators to successfully track risk levels.
Implement corrective measures where needed.
Define and keep updated all protocols and procedures associated with crisis and incident management according with the service availability requirements.
Work with all SWIFT users and stakeholders to define these requirements and resulting procedures.
Prompt and timely execution of these procedures when crisis protocol is activated.
Working in alignment with the SWIFT CISO, supervise and implement Group cyber strategy in the Product and adoption of Global Defenses.
Ensure adoption of Global Controls minimum requirements in alignment with Business risk appetite as part of the cyber strategy.
Ensure adoption of Global Defenses and Controls minimum requirements.
Ensure appropriate hardening is in place in the Swift platform, implementing best practices.
Working in alignment with the SWIFT CISO:
Define and manage Disaster Recovery and Business Continuity Plans including all required infrastructure.
Ensure and execute annual reviews.
Define SWIFT technological strategy in alignment with Santander technological strategy and the Product evolution plan.
Work closely with SWIFT to understand their technological strategy in terms of APIs usage, instant payments and cloud.
Identify impact in Product strategy and plan and coordinate required changes or initiatives to enrich Product strategy.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of the Tribe Technological Lead - Swift Product?

The main responsibility of the Tribe Technological Lead - Swift Product is to maintain the SWIFT platform, including infrastructure, hardware, integration applications, and connections, while also driving the technological evolution of the solution.

What kind of experience is required for this position?

The position requires experience in managing technological platforms, in-depth knowledge of system architecture, distributed systems, and payment systems, as well as experience in developing and managing high-performing teams.

Is experience in the financial or banking industry necessary?

Yes, experience in the financial or banking industry is desirable for this position.

What are the key responsibilities related to crisis and incident management?

The key responsibilities include defining and updating protocols and procedures associated with crisis and incident management, as well as executing these procedures promptly when a crisis protocol is activated.

Is there a focus on cybersecurity in this role?

Yes, the role involves working in alignment with the SWIFT CISO to implement and supervise Group cyber strategies, ensuring adherence to global controls and minimum requirements.

Will the Tribe Technological Lead engage with external stakeholders?

Yes, the Tribe Technological Lead will manage relationships with SWIFT stakeholders, as well as consume solutions from various internal business units.

What qualifications are preferred for this position?

Preferred qualifications include a technical degree in computer science or engineering, information security/risk management certification, and experience in managing information technology functions for 5 to 10 years.

How important is communication in this role?

Strong communication skills are very important, as the role involves effectively communicating with a wide range of stakeholders and explaining security issues clearly.

What is the work environment like for this position?

The work environment is dynamic and may involve working under pressure, requiring the ability to inspire engagement and cultivate a culture of transparency among the team.

What location is this position based in?

This position is based in Boadilla del Monte, Madrid, Spain.

PagoNxt (a Santander company)

Because we are all about payments, because we are the next generation.

Finance

Industry

1001-5000

Employees

2020

Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

PagoNxt is a fintech company that specialises in providing innovative payment solutions and services for businesses and consumers. The company integrates cutting-edge technology with financial expertise to offer a wide range of payment services, including digital wallets, merchant acquiring, and cross-border transactions. PagoNxt's ultimate mission is to simplify and enhance the way payments are made, making transactions faster, more secure, and accessible worldwide. Their purpose is to drive the future of payments by delivering seamless, reliable, and innovative solutions that meet the evolving needs of the global economy.