Job Description
Design the connections that power modern financial systems. Take ownership of complex integrations that enable seamless, secure transactions at scale.
This role sits at the heart of a high-performing engineering environment, focused on building and maintaining robust integrations across internal platforms, payment systems, and third-party services. You will work across API-led and event-driven architectures, ensuring systems communicate efficiently, securely, and reliably in a fast-paced, production-critical environment.
You will contribute to the full integration lifecycle, from defining contracts and schemas to building middleware components and ensuring operational resilience. The environment demands strong problem-solving capability, attention to detail, and the ability to collaborate across technical and business teams to deliver stable, scalable solutions.
Our client is a leading financial services organisation with a strong presence across Africa, known for its focus on innovation, engineering excellence, and secure digital transformation within complex, regulated environments.
What Youll Do
- Design and implement secure integrations across APIs, payment platforms, and third-party systems
- Define integration contracts, schemas, mappings, and error handling models
- Build middleware services, connectors, and orchestration workflows
- Implement transformation logic across diverse data formats and systems
- Ensure resilience through retries, monitoring, reconciliation, and alerting
- Collaborate with security and platform teams on compliance and best practices
- Investigate incidents and drive root cause resolution and preventative improvements
- Support CI/CD pipelines and integration release processes
What You Bring
- Strong experience in API integration and contract-first design (OpenAPI, versioning)
- Solid understanding of messaging and enterprise integration patterns
- Knowledge of secure integration practices including OAuth2 concepts
- Experience troubleshooting distributed systems using logs, metrics, and traces
- Familiarity with CI/CD, Git workflows, and multi-team delivery environments
- 46+ years (Intermediate) or 710+ years (Senior) in integration engineering
- Degree or equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
- Exposure to payments environments and security standards is advantageous
What Success Looks Like
- Reliable, scalable integrations that support critical business operations
- Clear, well-defined integration contracts enabling efficient team collaboration
- Reduced system failures through proactive monitoring and robust design
- Seamless releases supported by strong testing and automation practices
- Continuous improvement of integration frameworks and operational processes
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About Banking Jobs in Gauteng
The banking industry in Gauteng, South Africa is a dynamic and growing sector, with a strong demand for skilled professionals. Typically, job seekers in this field can expect to find opportunities across various sectors, including financial services, technology, and manufacturing. Generally, the industry outlook remains positive, with a common expectation of steady growth and expansion.
When it comes to salary expectations, banking positions in Gauteng typically fall within broad ranges, often influenced by factors such as experience, company size, and industry sector. For instance, entry-level positions may start around R400 000 per annum, while senior roles can exceed R800 000. However, please note that these figures are approximate and can vary significantly depending on individual circumstances.
Common skills required for banking roles in Gauteng include proficiency in financial software, strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, and a solid understanding of regulatory requirements. Other essential skills often include technical expertise in areas such as accounting, risk management, or compliance. Additionally, many employers place a high value on emotional intelligence, creativity, and adaptability.
The banking industry is commonly found in sectors such as financial services, technology, manufacturing, and corporate finance. Financial services companies, for example, are often major players in the industry, while technology firms may require banking professionals with technical expertise. Manufacturing sector banks also exist, catering to the needs of specific industries.
Career development opportunities abound in the banking industry, with many positions offering clear career progression paths. Typically, entry-level roles can lead to senior management positions or specialized fields such as risk management or compliance. Opportunities for professional development, training, and mentorship are often available within organizations, allowing professionals to build expertise and advance their careers.
This information provides general career guidance. Actual salaries and requirements vary by employer.
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