Application Development Senior Lead Analyst

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Job Overview

The Applications Development Technology Senior Lead Analyst is a senior level position responsible for establishing and implementing new or revised application systems and programs in coordination with the Technology Team. The overall objective of this role is to lead applications systems analysis and programming activities.

Responsibilities:

• Technical Vision & Strategy:
  • Define and drive the technical vision, strategy, and roadmap for AML/KYC platforms within Wealth Tech, aligning with overall business objectives and regulatory requirements.
• Software Development Lifecycle Management:
  • Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle, from requirements gathering and architectural design to implementation, testing, deployment, and ongoing support.
  • Ensure the scalability, reliability, security, and performance of AML/KYC technology solutions.
• Regulatory Compliance & Domain Expertise:
  • Stay abreast of evolving global AML/KYC regulations and industry best practices, translating them into technical solutions to ensure compliance.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for the AML/KYC domain.
  • Collaborate with Compliance, Legal, and Risk departments to interpret requirements and validate technical solutions.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication:
  • Partner closely with business stakeholders, product owners, and project managers to understand needs and translate them into technical requirements.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts and project updates effectively to both technical and non-technical audiences, including senior leadership and external parties.
  • Influence and negotiate with senior leaders.
• Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement:
  • Implement effective monitoring, alerting, and incident management processes for AML/KYC systems.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize system performance, reduce technical debt, and enhance overall operational efficiency.
• Problem Solving & Solution Definition:
  • Analyze complex business processes, system processes, and industry standards to define and develop solutions for high-level problems.
  • Utilize advanced knowledge of main system flows and multiple technical areas to achieve technology goals.
  • Consult with end-users to identify system function specifications and incorporate them into overall system design.
• Team Leadership & Mentorship:
  • Allocate work, and act as an advisor and coach for developers, analysts, and new team members.
• Risk Management & Governance:
  • Appropriately assess risk in business decisions, ensuring compliance with applicable laws, rules, and regulations.
  • Adhere to policy, apply sound ethical judgment, and escalate, manage, and report control issues with transparency.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of relevant experience
• Experience in implementing projects
• Experience in systems analysis and programming of software applications
• Demonstrated Subject Matter Expert (SME) in area(s) of Applications Development
• Demonstrated knowledge of client core business functions
• Demonstrated leadership, project management, and development skills
• Relationship and consensus building skills

Education:

• Bachelor’s degree/University degree or equivalent experience
• Master’s degree preferred

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Job Family Group:

Technology

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Job Family:

Applications Development

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Time Type:

Full time

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Most Relevant Skills

Please see the requirements listed above.

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Other Relevant Skills

For complementary skills, please see above and/or contact the recruiter.

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