The Client: 

On behalf of our client, a Banking Institution in Nicosia, we are looking to recruit an IT Business Applications Officer. 

The Position: 

The IT Business Applications Officer is expected to implement, manage and support systems relationg to Business Software Applications through a controlled process, ensuring compliance with Bank’s policies and procedures.

Duties and Responsibilities: 

Main responsibilities include:

• Ensure compliance with Bank’s policies and procedures
• Carry out or actively participate in the gathering of business and system requirements
• Participate in the evaluation of Third Party applications
• Participate in the implementation/setup/testing of Thrid Party applications in collaboration with external vendors
• Design and internally develop well-tested software solutions to users’ needs and requirements
• Design, develop and implement integration with other applications
• Provide operational support on internally developed applications and Third Party applications. Collaborate with external vendors for resolving problems on Third Party applications
• Implement and/or apply fixes and changes ( enhancements, upgrades) on applications through a control process
• Collaborate with other IT functions for the implementation of the required IT infrastructure
• Maintain technical configurations and user access rights on applications
• Create and maintain required technical documentation
• Participate in user trainings and/or provide user training
• Carry out routine tasks and procedures related to applications (e.g. maintenance and monitoring tasks)
• Process/Manage Applications’ Data in order to produce required reports and data extracts (Operational reports, Management Reports/ Data Analytics , Regulatory reporting)
• Perform other IT related duties as assigned.

Skills/ Qualifications/ Experience: 

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or any other related field
• Postgraduate degree will be considered as an advantage
• 2 years of experience on related field
• Experience in full lifecycle of software development process
• Deep knowledge of programming languages, development frameworks, software development methodologies, tools, data representation formats
• Experience in Database Systems, data-warehouses, report development, data analytics
• Troubleshooting and problem solving/ analytical skills
• Willing to work on a large range of diversified systems and technologies
• Organizational, time management and multitasking skills
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Attention to detail and results orientation
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Strong communication skills, both written and oral
• Passionate on new IT services and trends

Location: The position is for the Client’s offices in Nicosia, Cyprus. 

Remuneration: An attractive remuneration package will be offered to the successful candidate based on qualifications and experience.