Job Purpose

Responsible for design, development and delivery of digital financial services product and services and ensuring they meet customer needs, are secure and conform to regulatory requirements. The role bridges business needs with technical execution by managing API’s, digital financial services platform, Mini apps and supports coordination across cross-functional teams and external partners. The role is responsible for ensuring that new products, innovations and enhancements are identified, developed, tested and delivered on time across our ecosystem (both internally and externally).

Job Responsibilities


Oversee the end-to-end product lifecycle, from concept, design, development, testing, deployment to post-launch support.
Translate product requirements into technical specifications and development roadmaps.
Lead technical teams in developing API.s, Integrations and mini-app solutions for digital financial Platforms
Ensure roadmap delivery of Digital Financial Services Platform
Act as a bridge between business, technology and operations team to ensure seamless product execution
Enforce quality standards for UAT, regression and performance testing for all digital financial services solutions
Implement controls around fraud, system downtime across all solutions
Drive new innovations through new features and or through configurations
Continuous product improvement based on customer feedback


Qualifications

Job Requirements

Skills


Strong Technical and analytical skills and ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
Deep understanding of Fintech platforms, digital financial services platforms (payments, integrated credit, Mini apps, mobile apps, USSD, STK)
Hands-on experience in API management, versioning, and integration to third parties
Experience in stakeholder management and negotiation skills
Ability to manage complex relationships and multiple vendors.
Ability to manage complex projects with multiple partners and vendors
Good understanding of financial regulations and compliance
Team management skills
Critical thinker with innovative mindset.


Education


University Degree in IT, Computer Science, Engineering or related Field
Masters will be an added advantage
8+ years of experience in product development, technology, delivery in a fintech or digital financial services.