Lead Engineer- Payment Solutions

4 weeks ago

Nairobi, Kenya Roamtech Solutions Limited. Full time

ABOUT THE COMPANY

Every day our solutions are helping people connect, engage and enjoy the full experience of mobile technology. We offer market-leading solutions for consumers and business through innovation in mobile-enabled technology. We develop and maintain our own proprietary platforms and systems for high-volume sending and receiving of messages across mobile platforms.

JOB SUMMARY

Position Overview:We are seeking a Lead Engineer for Payment Solutions to join our dynamic team. In this role, you will spearhead the engineering efforts to develop and enhance our payment solutions on our payment services provider platform.You'll collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to deliver products that are secure, scalable, and aligned with our strategic vision.Your expertise in payment systems will ensure we remain at the forefront of the industry, providing exceptional value to our users.KEY PERFORMANCE INDICATORS AND ACCOUNTABILITIES FOR THE POSITIONThe functionality, performance, and reliability of payment solutions developed under their leadership. Regular assessments through code reviews, system testing, and user feedback are essential.Effectiveness in mentoring and guiding the engineering team towards continuous improvement. Measured through team performance metrics, individual growth, and the successful delivery of training sessions.Timeliness and quality of project delivery, including adherence to project timelines, budgets, and scope.Implementation of security protocols and compliance with relevant regulations (e.g., PCI DSS, GDPR). Assessment through successful audit results, security assessments, and compliance checks.Contribution to the innovation of payment solutions through research, adoption of new technologies, and process improvementsAbility to meet or exceed stakeholder expectations, including clear communication, understanding business needs, and delivering technical solutions that address those needs.Maintenance of the technical infrastructure, including software and hardware utilized by the team, to ensure optimal performance. Responsibilities include overseeing the proper functioning and maintenance of development tools and environments.Proactive identification and mitigation of risks associated with payment processing systems. Accountability for any lapses in system security or compliance that result in operational disruptions or data breaches.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Engineering Leadership:Mentor a dedicated team of engineers, providing guidance on advanced coding techniques and architectural decisions.Conduct regular code reviews to ensure adherence to coding standards and to foster a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.Organize technical workshops and training sessions to enhance the team's skill set in payment technologies.Solution Development:Lead the architectural design, development, and deployment of payment processing platforms, focusing on innovations that enhance user experience and transaction security.Coordinate the integration of third-party services, APIs, and payment gateways to expand payment options and improve system interoperability.Implement monitoring systems to track performance metrics and system health, ensuring high availability and scalability of payment solutions.Security & Compliance:Develop and enforce security protocols for payment transactions and data storage, ensuring compliance with PCI DSS, GDPR, ODPC and other relevant standards.Regularly assess system vulnerabilities and coordinate with IT security teams to perform penetration tests and implement necessary patches or upgrades.Stay updated with changes in payment regulations and lead the team in adapting processes and systems to meet these changes promptly.Product Strategy:Work closely with the product and project management team to translate business needs into technical specifications for new payment features and enhancements.Lead feasibility studies for new projects, assessing technical challenges and resource requirements.Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and prioritization processes to ensure timely delivery of features.Stakeholder Engagement:Serve as the technical expert in stakeholder meetings, effectively communicating complex technical concepts to non-technical audiences.Collaborate with business analysts, product managers, and external partners to understand customer needs and market trends, ensuring our payment solutions remain competitive.Provide technical support and guidance during the pre-sales process, assisting in the creation of proposals and product demonstrations.

REQUIRED SKILLS

Stakeholder communication, Compliance, System architecture, Collaboration

REQUIRED EDUCATION

Bachelor's degree

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