JOB PURPOSE:

The Card Services Technical Lead is responsible for implementing all Card Services by integrating channels to the Way4 Switch. This includes managing a team of engineers to build scalable RESTful APIs, application logic, and integrations with internal and external systems to deliver efficient card services to customers. 

the KEY responsibilities (DUTIES):


Design and implement card management solutions and services 
Develop and implement APIs and microservices for banking system integration 
Collaborate with front-end and back-end teams to ensure a seamless user experience 
Ensure compliance with PCI/DSS standards 
Maintain high system availability, security, and performance 
Design scalable and reliable components for current and future needs 
Write clean, maintainable, and efficient code in .NET 
Build and maintain RESTful APIs in C# 
Develop and execute unit, integration, and performance tests 
Troubleshoot and fix bugs to ensure system stability 
Manage deployment processes and support production releases 
Monitor system performance and proactively resolve issues 
Collaborate with frontend and mobile app developers on API specifications 
Participate in Scrum ceremonies and Azure DevOps task breakdowns 


Qualifications

KEY TECHNICAL AND LEADERSHIP competencies REQUIRED FOR SUCCESS IN THE ROLE:


Expertise in C#, Java, .NET, REST/SOAP APIs 
Deep knowledge of ATM Switch (WAY4), Finacle Core Banking 
Familiarity with PCI/DSS, ISO 8583, OAuth, JWT 
Experience with Docker, Kubernetes, SQL Server, Oracle, MongoDB 
Strong system design and microservices architecture skills 
Experience with Kafka, gRPC, and API management 
Agile mindset, strong communication, and collaboration skills 


Experience requirementS:


8+ years in software development 
Experience in financial services and card systems 
Proven track record in system integration and API development 


Academic qualifications and certifications:


Must-Have: Bachelor’s degree in IT, Software Engineering, Computer Science 
Nice to Have: Certifications in cloud technologies, DevOps, or security standards