Systems Analyst (Java)

Primary skills

Required Skills & Experience

Technical Skills

Strong working knowledge of JAVA application architecture.

Experience with system integration in a banking or financial services environment.

Knowledge of APIs, middleware, Rest API, Open API, SOAP API, MQ, XML/JSON, and SQL.

Understanding of banking transaction flows and real-time/batch processing.

Coordination & Communication

Proven experience working with upstream and downstream system teams to ensure smooth integration.

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

Domain & Methodology

Familiarity with SDLC, Agile, and/or DevOps practices.

Knowledge of payment systems, core banking applications, or channels integration is a plus.

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Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.

5+ years of experience as a System Analyst or Integration Analyst in a banking environment.

Prior experience in large-scale integration projects involving multiple systems is highly desirable.

Preferred Attributes

Strong attention to detail and ability to work in a high-pressure, fast-paced banking environment.

Skilled in documentation of integration specifications, interface contracts, and data mapping.

Excellent interpersonal and cross-functional teamwork abilities

Key Responsibilities

Requirements Analysis & Gathering

Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to understand and document business and technical requirements for system integration.

Analyse current system interfaces and integration points with upstream and downstream systems.

System Integration

Work closely with JAVA application development teams to ensure integration requirements are met.

Coordinate interface development, mapping, and data transformation between multiple banking systems.

Assist in API and middleware integration involving REST/SOAP services, MQ, or other message queues.

Stakeholder Coordination

Serve as the primary liaison between the JAVA application team and upstream/downstream system owners.

Ensure timely communication of integration requirements, changes, and issue resolutions.

Testing & Quality Assurance

Support integration testing (SIT), user acceptance testing (UAT), and defect triage processes.

Develop integration test plans, test cases, and validation scripts.

Production Support

Participate in the cutover planning, implementation, and post-go-live support.

Ensure all integration points are stable and perform as expected.