Transactional Banking Network & API Specialist
Ready to step into a high-impact role supporting the digital backbone of transactional banking?This opportunity is ideal for a technically strong specialist who enjoys problem-solving, client interaction, and working behind the scenes to keep critical banking channels secure, stable, and scalable.
Company and Job Description:A leading financial services organisation is seeking a
Transactional Banking Network & API Specialist to provide technical expertise and advanced support across transactional banking channels, including
APIs, Host-to-Host integrations, and secure network connectivity.
This role offers exposure to
complex, high-volume transactional environments, collaboration with specialised network and security teams, and the opportunity to support enterprise clients. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring system stability, secure integrations, and exceptional service delivery while working in a regulated, best-practice-driven environment.
Key Responsibilities:- Provide technical support for transactional banking APIs and Host-to-Host (H2H) integrations, including onboarding, upgrades, certificates, and connectivity troubleshooting
- Support transactional banking applications to ensure system availability, reliability, and performance
- Perform root cause analysis, incident investigation, and resolution of recurring system issues
- Act as second- and third-line support for production incidents, coordinating resolution within agreed SLAs
- Support secure network connectivity, including firewall rules, encryption protocols, and secure integrations
- Participate in UAT, release support, and post-implementation handovers
- Maintain operational documentation and support risk, compliance, and audit requirements
Job Experience & Skills Required / Ideal Candidate Profile:Qualification:- Degree or Diploma in IT, Information Systems, Cyber Security, or a related field
Experience:- Minimum 5 years’ experience in network, application, or production support, preferably within banking or financial services
- Hands-on experience supporting transactional banking channels, APIs, or Host-to-Host integrations
- Exposure to incident, problem, and change management in a regulated environment
Skills:- Strong understanding of network fundamentals, secure connectivity, and cyber security principles
- Experience with log analysis and troubleshooting (system logs, SQL, firewall logs)
- Ability to extract and analyse data to support incident resolution
- Strong stakeholder communication skills with the ability to translate technical concepts for non-technical audiences
- Exposure to scripting or automation (SQL, Python, or batch scripting) advantageous
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I also specialise in recruiting in the following fields:
- IT Infrastructure
- Network & Security
- Banking Technology
- Production & Application Support
- API & Integration Specialists
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For more information contact:Theresa SteenkampKey Account Manager
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