***This role is a 12-month contract only***

Location: Qatar

Department: IT/Applications

Reports To: Head of IT

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced IT Application Specialist to join our innovative IT team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in developing and managing mobile applications, with a focus on integration with core banking systems such as Temenos T24. This role will support mobile application development projects, ensuring seamless integration, performance, and user experience.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and implement mobile applications integrated with Temenos T24 core banking systems.
• Develop new features and enhance existing mobile applications to meet business requirements.
• Manage end-to-end mobile application projects, ensuring delivery within scope, budget, and timelines.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including business analysts and infrastructure teams, to gather requirements and define project scope.
• Customize and maintain mobile application interfaces and back-end integration points with T24 and other enterprise applications.
• Monitor and optimize the performance and availability of mobile applications, ensuring seamless operation.
• Conduct health checks and implement best practices for mobile application maintenance and upgrades.
• Troubleshoot and resolve mobile application issues to minimize downtime and disruption to business operations.
• Ensure mobile applications comply with IT governance, security, and regulatory requirements.
• Prepare and maintain comprehensive documentation, including technical specifications and user guides.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in mobile application development and integration with core banking systems, particularly Temenos T24.
• Strong knowledge of mobile development frameworks, APIs, and cloud integration platforms.
• Proven track record of managing and delivering mobile application projects successfully.
• Experience in mobile app lifecycle management, including deployment, maintenance, and upgrades.
• Familiarity with Temenos T24 core banking modules and table architecture.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Ability to lead multiple projects simultaneously and work independently.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with mobile security frameworks and best practices.
• Familiarity with mobile analytics and user experience optimization.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms and mobile integration tools.
• Experience with Agile and Waterfall project management methodologies.