What the role is:The IT Department is responsible for the project management, design, implementation and operational support of IT Applications in MAS. The team manages and ensures the smooth operations and delivery of IT projects that serves the Financial Industry as well as MAS users.You will be part of the Central Banking & Devt Platforms division, responsible for managing the systems supporting the reserves and risk management systems in MAS.What you will be working on:In this role, the officer is expected to undertake the following areas of work:Application, service, and system ownershipOwn and manage a suite of applications systemsOwn and manage a portfolio of digital servicesTo manage the applications and services as a portfolioSolution design:Business analysis and functional designDevelop actionable insights into business operations and processesElicit, shape, scope, and manage business requirements through rigorous and appropriate methods of information gathering and collaboration with stakeholdersDesign solutions that are consistent with business and technology objectivesDevelop the solution's business case in collaboration with stakeholders, and co-champion itTechnology analysis and solution designDesign the application technology solution, for both bespoke applications (custom developed) and COTS based solutionsProject and product delivery and qualityPlan and manage IT projects and product, and ensure alignment of project and product to the business objectives within established scope, cost and scheduleQuality: Assure the quality of systems and applications, including the establishment of quality management technology, and systems and processes for applications development, testing and deliveryOperations and maintenance, User supportEstablish reliable operations of the applications and digital service in the portfolioConduct maintenance and technology lifecycle management on the applications and systemsGovernance, Risk, ComplianceEnsure compliance to ICT Governance policies and standardsEstablish quality and mechanisms for systemic quality across all applications and systemsEstablish risk management for applications systemsPartner and vendor arrangements and resourcingDesign and establish vendor and resourcing arrangements, contracts, service levels for the delivery and management of digital services, systems and technologyWhat we are looking for:Degree with at least 10 years' relevant experience in supporting and/or implementing trade management systemsProven track record in project and product vendor management and delivery, and familiar with business process analysis and re-engineering.Proven experience in application management, including deployment, monitoring, incident management and maintenance of complex systemsStrong knowledge of Agile methodologies, tools, and delivery processesExpertise in business analysis, with the ability to elicit requirements and develop compelling business cases for proposed solutions and translate into technical requirements, and vice versaProficiency in application testing assessment and management, including the ability to analyse test results and propose improvementsKnowledge of service design principles and the ability to apply design thinking methods to identify transformation opportunitiesStrong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyse complex business problems, recommending digitalisation and process changesExcellent communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to engage effectively with various internal and external stakeholdersUnderstanding of solution engineering principles, including the ability to design application architecture and evaluate hardware and software solutions (e.g. Java/J2EE and/or Microsoft .NET Framework and PL/SQL programming/ databases and fault-tolerant infrastructure concepts)Expertise in the following will be an advantage:Understanding of S.W.I.F.T messaging platform and infrastructureKnowledge about or experience with SimCorp Dimension®Certifications in PMP/ ScrumMaster® and relevant technical skillsGood understanding of trade management process (e.g. trade execution, compliance monitoring, confirmation matching) and financial instruments (e.g. bond, FX spot/ swaps)Familiarity with ICT governance policies, standards, and best practices in government agenciesSoft SkillsAble to work independently as well as in a teamGood decision-making skills and response to high-pressure situationsStrong interpersonal communication and organizing skills to coordinate and facilitate project and product lifecycle activities and discussionsAbility to work with details and time-sensitive issuesAs part of the shortlisting process for this role, you may be required to complete a medical declaration and/or undergo further assessment.This will be a 2-year contract. All applicants will be notified on whether they are shortlisted or not within 4 weeks of the closing date of this job posting.About Monetary Authority of Singapore:MAS is the central bank of Singapore. Our mission is to promote sustained non-inflationary economic growth, and a sound and progressive financial centre.
