Recruitment at Interswitch Group

Recruitment at Interswitch Group

Interswitch is an Africa-focused integrated digital payments and commerce company that facilitates the electronic circulation of money as well as the exchange of value between individuals and organisations on a timely and consistent basis. We started operations in 2002 as a transaction switching and electronic payments processing, and have progressively evolved into an integrated payment services company, building and managing payment infrastructure as well as delivering innovative payment products and transactional services throughout the African continent. At Interswitch, we offer unique career opportunities for individuals capable of playing key roles and adding value in an innovative and fun environment.

We are recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: Business Development Manager, Banking Technology

Location: Nigeria

About the Job

• To define the Banking Technology Business Strategy for the Financial Services sector, with particular emphasis on accelerating growth within Banks, FINTECHs, and Other Financial Institutions (OFIs. To drive the growth and success of our Banking Technology Business by leveraging innovative technologies, strategic partnerships, and market insights.
• To position Interswitch as a leader in the Banking Technology ecosystem, driving revenue growth, and delivering exceptional value to our customers and partners.
• To have oversight over Sales Penetration, Product Development and Market Development for the Banking Technology Business.
• To drive execution of Banking Technology Business strategy as Business Leader collaborating with Sales and Account Management, Managed Services and Delivery, Products and Engineering to deliver business outcomes

Responsibilities
Banking Technology Strategy:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive Banking Technology strategy aligned with organizational goals and market trends.
• Identify emerging opportunities and technologies to enhance Banking Technology offerings and maintain a competitive edge.
• Drive continuous improvement in Banking Technology products and services to meet evolving customer needs and expectations.

Business Development:

• Lead business development efforts to expand presence in the Banking Technology ecosystem, including HSM products/solutions.
• Cultivate strategic partnerships with banks, fintechs, financial institutions, and other key stakeholders to drive revenue growth and market penetration.
• Negotiate and structure partnerships, contracts, and agreements to maximize value for all parties involved.

Team Leadership and Collaboration:

• Provide strong leadership to the Banking Technology team, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and excellence.
• Mentor and develop team members to achieve their full potential and contribute to organizational success.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with product management, technology, marketing, and other teams to align and execute Banking Technology initiatives.

Market Analysis and Insights:

• Conduct market research and analysis to identify key trends, competitive landscape, and growth opportunities in the Banking Technology industry.
• Utilize market insights to inform strategic decision-making, product development, and go-to-market strategies.
• Monitor regulatory developments and industry best practices to ensure compliance and mitigate risks in Banking Technology operations.

Customer Focus, Relationship Management & Partnerships:

• Represent Interswitch as an industry speaker at key events to strengthen brand equity with customers and partners.
• Manage key client and customer relationships (often via sales teams) to ensure satisfaction and loyalty.
• Build and maintain profitable partnerships with key stakeholders across the financial services industry.

Performance Management:

• Define KPIs and metrics to track success and impact of Banking Technology initiatives.
• Analyze performance data to evaluate strategies, identify improvement areas, and generate actionable insights.
• Regularly report on progress of Banking Technology initiatives to senior management and stakeholders.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Finance, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Minimum of 6 years’ experience in banking, business, or consulting, ideally within a reputable financial institution, FinTech, or consulting company.
• Deep understanding of Banking Trade systems and HSM (Hardware Security Module) management, including market dynamics, trends, and regulatory requirements.
• Strong business acumen, with proven strategic thinking and decision-making skills to translate vision into actionable results.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships, influence stakeholders, and negotiate partnerships.
• Demonstrated leadership experience in managing teams, developing talent, and fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to leverage data and insights to drive informed decisions and measure performance.
• Proven ability to thrive in fast-paced, dynamic environments, with a passion for driving change and achieving impact.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Job Title: Program Manager

Location: Nigeria

About the Job

• To plan and manage the delivery of Product Innovation projects, coordinate project resources and monitor progress and completion to ensure the on time and on specification delivery of new products.
• To develop and drive diligent implementation of high impact programmes across Interswitch, while continuously adapting to the growing needs of the business and building sustainable practices that can help grow and scale Interswitch’s products.
• To empower product management teams to efficiently deliver high-scale solutions and products to customers by breaking down high-level ambitions and strategies into tactical execution.
• To plan and manage the delivery of Product Innovation projects, coordinate project resources and monitor progress and completion to ensure the on time and on specification delivery of new products.

Responsibilities
Project Scope Definition:

• Manage the delivery of research, workshops, and other activities to support the specification and agreement of projects and programme deliverables.
• Plan and deliver projects or programmes using an appropriate project management methodology to ensure intended outcomes are achieved.
• Partner with Product Managers to establish goals, roadmaps, and operational models for engaging with cross-functional teams.
• Define initiative-level programme roadmaps with a macro-view of all supporting work streams, driving overall programme completion.
• Facilitate regular programme/project status and design review meetings, ensuring the right stakeholders are involved.
• Document decisions and action items, and follow up with owners to prevent deviations from project scope.

Stakeholder Management:

• Plan and deliver stakeholder engagement activities to develop effective project working relationships.
• Ensure stakeholder needs and concerns are identified and addressed.
• Serve as the bridge between business functions (Product, Engineering, Marketing, Sales, Finance), aligning stakeholders on initiatives.
• Communicate standards, guidelines, processes, governance, and performance expectations with cross-functional stakeholders and executives.
• Manage workflow through delegation, scheduled check-ins, and feedback loops.
• Partner with Product Managers to establish programme goals, roadmaps, and operational models, ensuring alignment and delivery.

Project Risk and Issue Management:

• Evaluate portfolio performance against key metrics, taking corrective actions where needed.
• Provide executives with portfolio-level transparency into status, dependencies, issues, and risks.
• Identify and evaluate risks, issues, dependencies, and constraints, escalating where appropriate.
• Anticipate obstacles and potential risks, implementing solutions to mitigate them.
• Apply structured change management methodologies to build acceptance of change and embed desired culture/behaviours.

Project Resource Management:

• Manage the allocation of programme/project budgets, control costs, and address deviations promptly.
• Develop tactical plans to optimise resources and assets within programmes and projects.
• Prepare workforce planning reports and budget forecasts.
• Proactively manage project costs, provide forecasts, and present variances with narratives at review points.

Innovative Products Programme Portfolio Management:

• Translate strategic innovative product initiatives into a programme portfolio aligned with Interswitch’s strategic objectives.
• Prioritise and align programmes and projects to maximise resource use while managing time and budget constraints.
• Build synergies between related programmes and projects.
• Produce project plans with clearly identified and organised activities to achieve programme objectives.
• Ensure compliance with Interswitch’s portfolio management frameworks and decision-making structures.
• Draft elements of programme management frameworks/tools, ensuring adherence to design principles.
• Compile review reports and presentations with key insights and recommendations for stakeholders.

Promote Culture of Innovation:

• Promote a culture of innovation through initiatives such as idea-generation platforms, jam sessions, and hackathons.
• Provide means (research, ideas, solutions) to prototype innovation business cases that shape strategy and roadmaps.

Technical Competencies:
Project Change Management:

• Identify, manage, and control project-related changes independently.
• Guide and train others on contract change control, managing requirements changes, and maintaining project scope documentation.
• Tools: Change Management Plan, Change Log/Register, Change Requests, Scope Documents.

Project Resource Planning and Control:

• Identify, acquire, and manage project resources (physical and human).
• Provide guidance on resource allocation and workforce planning.
• Tools: Resource Management Plan, Estimating, RACI/RASCI Matrix.

Project Tracking and Reporting:

• Measure and report progress toward milestones to keep projects on track.
• Train others on project tracking frameworks.
• Tools: Performance Reports, Schedule/Status Reporting.

Project Scope Management:

• Manage scope identification, verification, and changes.
• Provide independent oversight and mentoring on requirements management.
• Tools: Requirements Documentation, Scope Baseline, Validation & Verification Plans, Scope Statement.

Stakeholder Expectation Management:

• Identify and analyse stakeholders, manage relationships, and align expectations.
• Tools: Communications Plans, Conflict Management/Resolution, and Expectation Management Frameworks.

Project Communications Management:

• Ensure timely creation, distribution, and archiving of project information.
• Tools: Communications Plan, Performance Reports, Status Updates.

Project Organisation and Structure:

• Build project team structures and cultures, define roles/responsibilities.
• Tools: Kanban boards, Sprint Planning, Sprint Demonstrations, and Retrospectives.

Project Portfolio Management:

• Develop and manage portfolio-level strategic plans and roadmaps.
• Tools: Portfolio Charter, Portfolio Roadmap, Strategic Plans.

Project Benefits Management:

• Identify, track, and ensure delivery of programme/project benefits.
• Tools: Benefits Planning, Realisation Plans, Business Cases, Benefits Transition.

Project Business Acumen:

• Apply entrepreneurial spirit to run projects within business parameters.

Project and Programme Risk Management:

• Identify, monitor, analyse, and prioritise risks; develop and implement mitigation plans.
• Tools: Risk Register, Probability/Impact Matrix, Risk Management Plan, Alternative Planning, Categorisation.

Project and Programme Schedule Management:

• Manage project schedules, align resources, and control delivery timelines.
• Tools: Critical Path Analysis, Gantt Charts, Precedence Diagrams, Schedule Baselines, WBS.

Strategic Project and Programme Alignment:

• Align projects with organisational strategy and execution frameworks.
• Tools: Strategic Execution Frameworks, Alignment Plans.

Requirements
Education:

• University first degree in Business, Computer Science, Project Management, or related field.

Experience:

• General Experience: At least 8 years in Programme/Project Management roles, ideally in financial services or the payments industry.
• Managerial Experience: Minimum 3 years coordinating people and resources to deliver results within defined timeframes.

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Job Title: Java Software Engineer

Location: Nigeria
Employment Type: Full-time

About the Job

• We are seeking an experienced Back End Software Engineer who will be responsible for building and maintaining scalable, secure, and high-performing backend systems.
• The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of software engineering principles, experience working with a range of technologies, and a passion for creating innovative solutions to complex problems.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop RESTful APIs and microservices that power our web and mobile applications.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize features, requirements, and technical solutions that will drive innovation.
• Lead the design and implementation of scalable and maintainable software architecture that meets functional and non-functional requirements.
• Implement security measures to protect our systems and data.
• Develop automated tests and participate in code reviews to ensure the quality and reliability of the software.
• Mentor and coach other team members to improve their technical skills and contribute to the overall success of the team.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest trends, technologies, and best practices in backend development.

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3+ years of experience in back-end software engineering.
• Expertise in at least one programming language such as Java, Python, or Node.js.
• Experience with relational and/or NoSQL databases, such as MySQL, PostgreSQL, MongoDB, etc.
• Knowledge of cloud-based computing platforms, such as AWS or Azure.
• Understanding of software development methodologies, including agile and DevOps.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Experience leading technical initiatives and mentoring other engineers.

Preferred:

• Experience with serverless architecture, such as AWS Lambda or Azure Functions.
• Knowledge of message queueing systems, such as Kafka or RabbitMQ.
• Familiarity with containerization technologies, such as Docker and Kubernetes.
• Experience working in an innovation lab or startup environment results

Application Closing Date
Not Specified.

How to Apply
Interested and qualified candidates should:
Click here to apply online

Note: Due to the high volume of applications, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.