Responsibilities


Collaborate with Product Owners and Business Analysts to understand business needs and convert them into technical solution designs.
Design and document end-to-end system processes, data flows, component interactions, and integration points for both new initiatives and existing systems.
Produce comprehensive functional specifications for development teams, detailing API contracts, logic workflows, and configuration parameters to support accurate and efficient implementation.
Assess the impact of system and process changes, identifying interdependencies, potential risks, and required integration adjustments to ensure seamless transitions.
Participate in solution validation, verifying that delivered functionality aligns with both business requirements and technical specifications.
Work closely with development and QA teams throughout the delivery lifecycle to support the implementation and testing of new features and system enhancements.
Maintain in-depth knowledge of Unifi’s platform architecture, core lending systems, and integrations with external partners such as payment providers, credit bureaus, and mobile network operators.
Ensure consistent application of platform configuration standards and governance practices across all development and deployment environments.
Drive continuous improvement in system documentation quality, modeling techniques, and architecture decision-making frameworks.
Support issue resolution by analyzing system logs, database queries, and component interactions to identify root causes and propose solutions.


Qualifications & Skills


Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
3–6 years of experience in systems analysis, functional design, or solution architecture, ideally within the fintech or broader financial services sector.
Proven expertise in system modeling, translating business requirements into technical specifications, and producing clear, comprehensive documentation.
Strong working knowledge of modern APIs, web services, system integrations, and enterprise-level applications.
Proficient in writing and executing SQL queries to analyze data, validate logic, and support system design or issue resolution.
Familiar with collaboration and productivity tools such as Jira, Confluence, Miro, Postman, or equivalent platforms.
Solid grasp of software development life cycles and Agile methodologies, with practical experience working in cross-functional teams.
Demonstrated ability to collaborate effectively across both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Hands-on experience with lending platforms, financial products, or integrations with third-party services (e.g., payment gateways, mobile wallets, credit bureaus) is highly advantageous.
Excellent analytical skills, meticulous attention to detail, and a structured, methodical approach to problem-solving.
Deep interest in leveraging technology to advance financial inclusion across Africa.