About UOB
United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans more than 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.
Job Description
As part of a major investment programme to support the Transaction Banking (TB) business growth agenda over the next few years, a significant transformation is planned for the current cash processing and channels platforms.
Reporting to the Head of TB Technology, the incumbent will drive
the TB payments and channels solution architecture and design process, including:
Defining the payments and channels technical solution architecture roadmap, and supporting the various delivery teams in their implementation efforts
Building out a TB solution architecture and design capability and team, and manage this as a function/chapter across the multiple TB delivery teams
Representing the TB Technology domains and ensure full alignment with UOB’s Enterprise Architecture function.
Responsibilities:
Implement an updated technology foundation for the bank with full capability /accountability for architecture deliverables (process, information, technology etc.) from concept to implementation
Analyze stakeholder requirements, current state architecture, and gaps to create a future state payments and channels solution architecture with a focus on reduced complexity, cost efficiencies, reduced risk and/or improved business capabilities
Communicate and influence key elements of one or more technology architectures to both technical and business audiences
Contribute to architecture definition and road map in TB domain especially operations re-engineering and digitization
Build out the knowledge base of the TB technology teams on leading trends in the APAC payments and channels domains, and IT delivery in general.
Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders in both business and IT to assist in defining and delivering high quality solutions
Requirements:
Technical Skills & Experience
At least 15 years’ experience in the IT industry, preferably in large, complex enterprises
At least 10 years of experience in wholesale/transaction banking technology, including familiarization with digitization (Payments, Receivables, Collections, Loan Origination, Remittance, Escrow, Liquidity Management, Pricing)
At least 5 years’ experience in Enterprise Architecture in a large, complex, multi-location, multi-national environment
Experience in Converting EA Strategy into executable solution architecture
Deep experience delivering mission critical, enterprise scale IT solutions in a heterogeneous technology environment, both in-house built and 3rd-party vendor products
Experience in actual systems development work, with prior coding, functional specifications and technical specifications and systems development and testing experience (in aggregate no less than 8 years)
Understanding of at least one programming language, preferably in the Java family.
A deep understanding of all domains of Enterprise Architecture, including the business, data, application, infrastructure and security domains. Able to constructively challenge Enterprise and Solution Architecture for a fault-tolerant design.
Familiarity with one or more formal Architecture frameworks / methodologies (TOGAF, Zachman, BIAN, etc.)
Good understanding and experience in various software development cycle methodologies, including migrating from waterfall to agile methodologies.
Broad based IT knowledge and experience (Hardware, Software, Middleware, Databases). Solid foundation in service-oriented technologies to be able to understand service interdependencies and drive towards technical solutions for multi-tiered systems
Good Understanding of Technology Taxonomy (Functional Disposition, Deployment, Performance, Integration Protocols)
Excellent verbal, written and presentation skills to stakeholders at all levels
Ability to communicate complex topics in an understandable way using a level of detail and terms appropriate to the situation
Capability to think conceptually and identify patterns across seemingly unrelated situations
Must be a good team player and able to influence, and drive consensus amongst stakeholders with conflicting viewpoints and objectives
Ability to effectively communicate, interact with and influence senior technical associates, business and operational partners and executives
Work effectively within a fast-paced, cohesive architecture team and willing to learn fast and adapt quickly to change
Functional Expertise Required in one or more of the below domains:
Payments
Domestic / Local Payments, International / Cross Border Payments, Electronic Cheques, Real-Time FX and Contracts, Book Transfers
B2B, B2C, G2B, G2C, P2P, B2E and G2G
Collection
Direct Debit/Giro Initiation, Direct Debit Mandates, Invoice Matching / Receivables, Bill Payments, Virtual Accounts, Inward Transfers
Financial Messaging / H2H solutions
ERP Integration (Supplier, Manufacturer and Distributor)
Education
Bachelor Degree in Computer Science, Engineering or similar domain
Related professional/technical qualification will be advantageous although not mandatory
Additional Requirements
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UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate's age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.
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UOB Singapore Office
80 Raffles Place, Singapore, 048624
