State Bank of Pakistan (SBP), the Central Bank, is looking for talented and energetic candidates for the following contractual positions in Digital Innovation & Settlements Department, based in Karachi.

Key responsibilities of the incumbent will include, but not limited to, the following:
• Design, develop, configure, test and deploy software solutions in accordance with project requirements and coding standards.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Analyze and resolve software bugs & issues, debug and troubleshoot as needed.
• Implement security best practices and participate in security reviews to safeguard systems.
• Improve the overall quality of software throughout its lifecycle and ensure that that the software development process and the resulting products meet the quality standards requirements.
• Create and maintain technical documentation, including design documents, API specifications, user guides and maintain updated software version control on software library.
• Perform system tuning, stress testing, application testing, system integration and ensure functional, integration, performance and security testing for efficiency and effectiveness.
• Closely liaison with all stakeholders, respond to their queries after analysis in a timely manner.
• Regularly review and update Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), Service Level Agreements (SLAs), and other relevant documentation, with a focus on maintaining quality control standards.
• Liaison with technology vendors and internal technology teams for L-2 & L-3 support.
• Support product managers and participant managers in shaping product roadmaps and features.
• Develop and analyze new use cases and ensure optimum performance of system.
• Provide L-1 support to monitoring officers for 24/7 operations and assist them for resolution of technical/operational issues.

Qualification:

Education:
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science / Software Engineering / Information Systems / Computer Systems/ Systems design/ data sciences or other IT related disciplines from reputable HEC recognized domestic or foreign university.
• Candidates having Master’s degree in Mathematics, Physics or Statistics may also apply.

• Preference will be given to candidates having relevant certifications in Software development/ Information Security/ Software quality assurance, etc.

Age:
• Maximum 40 years, as on the last date of application submission. However, relaxation may be allowed for candidates possessing additional relevant experience and certifications.

Experience:
• The candidates shall have at least 4 years of experience in software development and their testing and quality assurance methodologies. However, candidates with higher experience will be preferred.

Other Attributes:
• Experience in development & maintenance of applications and APIs, preferably on Unix/Linux/Windows Platform.
• Hands on experience of system analysis and design, database architecture, SQL, app development frameworks.
• Working knowledge and experience of at least one programming language (like Java, C++, Python) is mandatory.
• Working knowledge of Payment Industry Standards like 3DS, PCIDSS and ISO 20022/8583 would be an added advantage.
• Excellent analytical and writing skills from both business and technology side would also be an advantage.

Employment Type:

This job offered by State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is a Contractual position. Most of the jobs on contractual positions are renewed depending the need and performance of the employee.

Applications begins on:

The interested candidates/ job seekers can apply for the post of Software Engineer at State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) from September 14, 2023

Last Date to Apply:

The last date to apply for the post of Software Engineer at State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is September 25, 2023.

How To Apply:

• Interested candidates meeting the above-stated eligibility criteria may submit their applications online on https://www.sbp.org.pk/careers/status.asp.
• The system generated application form may also be shared through surface mail addressed to Deputy Director, Resource Management, HRD, State Bank of Pakistan, 10th Floor, SBP Main Building, I.I. Chundrigar Road, Karachi with the applied position written on top right of the envelope.
• Last date of application submission is September 25, 2023.
• Applications, which are not in accordance with defined requirements in the advertisement, will not be entertained.
• Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.
• We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Females, candidates from minorities, transgender persons and persons with disability are encouraged to apply.
• Any candidate who misinforms or fails to provide the required information or documents, does not meet the specified criteria as per advertisement, attempts to influence the recruitment process in any manner, tries to obtain support for his/her candidature by inappropriate means or tampers with evidence of his/her age, educational and other certificates, shall be disqualified from the current and any future recruitment process at the Bank; even if the candidate is otherwise eligible.

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About State Bank of Pakistan (SBP)

The State Bank of Pakistan (SBP) is incorporated under the State Bank of Pakistan Act, 1956, which gives the Bank the authority to function as the central bank of the country. The SBP Act mandates the Bank to regulate the monetary and credit system of Pakistan and to foster its growth in the best national interest with a view to securing monetary stability and fuller utilization of the country

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