Manager - Fintech (IT)
About the role
The Manager - Fintech (IT) will lead and develop a team of IT professionals supporting digital payment and fintech platforms within a telecommunications context in Sri Lanka. The role involves strategic planning, policy development, and implementation of digital payment initiatives, as well as managing vendor relationships and ensuring compliance with security standards. Key responsibilities include leading system integrations, supporting payment gateways and fintech platforms, overseeing technical support and incident resolution, and maintaining high system availability and security. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in IT leadership roles, particularly in digital payments or fintech, and strong technical skills in system integration, server administration, and payment security.
Must have
- Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, or a related field.
- Minimum 5 years of experience in IT, with strong exposure to digital channels, payment systems, or fintech.
- Proven experience in a leadership or supervisory role, including team and project management.
- Hands-on experience supporting card payments, mobile wallets, fintech applications, or digital payment platforms.
- Experience leading system integrations, API implementations, and digital technology projects.
- Strong understanding of digital payment ecosystems, payment gateways, processors, and fintech platforms.
- Good knowledge of REST, JSON, SOAP, APIs, and web services.
- Experience with Linux or Unix server administration is essential.
- Strong SQL skills for data analysis, validation, reconciliation, and troubleshooting.
- Good knowledge of scripting languages and automation practices.
- Understanding of payment security, encryption methods, SSL certificates, and PCI DSS compliance.
- Strong analytical, investigative, and problem-solving abilities.
- Experience managing critical incidents and resolving complex production issues.
- Strong vendor-management, negotiation, planning, and SLA-management skills.
- Excellent communication skills in English and Sinhala, both written and spoken.
- Ability to explain technical concepts clearly to non-technical stakeholders and external partners.
- Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines.
- Strategic, accountable, security-conscious, and capable of working effectively across cross-functional teams.
Nice to have
- Master's degree or postgraduate qualification in IT will be an advantage.
- Knowledge of digital wallets, Open Banking, LankaQR, and interoperable payment solutions will be preferred.
- Exposure to telecommunications protocols such as SS7, SIGTRAN, CAMEL, or Diameter will be a strong advantage.
Technologies
- Cybersecurity
- Fintech
- JSON
- Linux
- PCI DSS
- SOAP
- SQL
- SSL
- Unix
Highlights
The position is based in Sri Lanka and is offered through InTalent Asia for a client in the telecommunications industry. A master's degree is considered an advantage. Excellent communication skills in both English and Sinhala are required. Application is through InTalent Asia, but no specific deadline or method is mentioned.
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