Technology Solution Specialists Manager, Innovation Lab (Technology Lab), Business Technology

ROLE PURPOSE

• Responsible for research and innovation engineering, using different and new disruptive technologies, with strong proficiency in software programming and solution architecting on top of a deep understanding of agile project management, UIUX and design thinking. A strategic and experienced technologist; focused on capitalizing the full capabilities of the Bank and technology to lead innovation activities with the goal of providing innovative/ transformative solutions to deliver impactful business values.

PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIES

1) Strategic Innovation and Technology Research

Develop and articulate technical strategies, identifying and evaluating potential applications of emerging technologies (e.g., AI, LLMs, blockchain, cloud computing, quantum etc) to address complex business challenges and strategic opportunities.

Provide technical leadership and direction to cross-functional project teams, ensuring alignment and driving progress using Agile methodologies.

2) Product Development & Prototyping

Collaborate with UX Design team and product development to gain in-depth understanding of business needs.

Collaborate with Software Engineers and Solution Architects, to influence the technology development strategies and ensure alignment with intended business outcomes.

Define and maintain a clear prototype/POC delivery handover process from the research-state (lab) to the business-aligned technology units making sure the knowledge and expertise transfer is planned and executed in timely manner

Co-own and significantly contribute to the overarching Project/System Architecture Design for largescale, complex initiatives, ensuring solutions are robust, scalable, secure, and aligned with long-term strategy.

Maintain and enforce IT project management practices, governance standards, processes and key performance metrics to ensure compliance to the Bank's standards and procedures.

QUALIFICATIONS

Academic Qualifications: A degree in Computer Science or Information Technology, with knowledge in Cloud, Software Architecture, Solution Development

a) Authoritative in application of technology in solving business problems and driving innovations.

b) Functional knowledge in Agile and Scrum.

Experience:

a) Minimum 5 years working experience in IT industry with experience in software development, IT infrastructure, design and solution architecture.

b) Experience in innovating and building new market offerings / digital products, with proven track record of success.

c) Experience in Agile and Scrum practices.

d) Experience in Digital and Business Transformation is a plus.

ONLY SHORTLISTED CANDIDATES WILL BE NOTIFIED