ABOUT US
We’re the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services, headquartered in Belgium. We are the way the world moves value – across borders, through cities and overseas. No other organisation can address the scale, precision, pace and trust that this demands, and we’re proud to support the global economy.
We’re unique too. We were established to find a better way for the global financial community to move value – a reliable, safe and secure approach that the community can trust, completely. We’re always striving to be better and are constantly evolving in an ever-changing landscape, without undermining that trust. Five decades on, our vibrant community reflects the complexity and diversity of the financial ecosystem. We innovate diligently, test exhaustively, then implement fast. In a connected and exciting era, our mission has never been more relevant. Swift now has a presence in 200+ countries and legal territories to serve a community of more than 12,000 banks and financial institutions.
Job Summary
The Chapter Lead will be responsible for leading a team of experts focused on the design, development, and evolution of SWIFT's interfaces, ensuring their seamless integration and optimal performance within the global financial ecosystem. This role combines technical leadership with people management, fostering a culture of excellence and continuous improvement.
Job Responsibilities
* Lead and manage a chapter of highly skilled engineers and specialists focused on SWIFT's Alliance interface products (e.g., Alliance Access and Alliance WebPlatform).
* Define and champion best practices, architectural patterns, and development standards for Alliance Interfaces, ensuring consistency, scalability, and security.
* Provide technical guidance, mentorship, and coaching to chapter members, fostering their professional growth and skill development.
* Monitor industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive landscapes to proactively identify opportunities and challenges related to SWIFT's interface offerings.
* Contribute to the definition and enforcement of quality standards, performance metrics, and compliance requirements for Alliance Interfaces.
Job Qualifications
* Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
* 10+ years of experience in software development, with a significant focus on financial messaging, enterprise integration, or distributed systems.
* 5+ years of experience in a technical leadership or management role, leading teams of engineers.
* Strong knowledge of financial messaging standards (e.g., ISO 20022, MT messages) and related industry protocols.
* Proven expertise in system architecture, design patterns, and scalable software development.
* Experience with various programming languages, integration technologies (e.g., MQ, APIs), and operating systems (e.g., Linux, Windows).
* Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex technical concepts to diverse audiences.
* Demonstrated ability to drive technical excellence, foster innovation, and build high-performing teams.
* Strong problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset.
* Experience of SWIFT's Alliance products is desirable.
What we offer
We give you the freedom to be yourself. We are creating an environment of unique individuals – like you – with different perspectives on the financial industry and the world. A diverse and inclusive environment in which everyone’s voice counts and where you can reach your full potential.
We are committed to an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require a reasonable accommodation related to accessibility during your application or interview, please contact [email protected] or indicate this in your application.
Please note that this mailbox is not monitored for general recruitment enquiries and should only be used for accessibility or accommodation-related requests (for example related to vision, hearing or neurodiversity).
All requests are confidential and will not affect your candidacy.
Don’t meet every single requirement? At Swift, we are dedicated to building a workplace where people can bring their full selves and ideas to the team, so if you are excited about this role, we encourage you to apply even if you do not meet every single qualification.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field.
- 10+ years software development experience with focus on financial messaging, enterprise integration, or distributed systems.
- 5+ years in a technical leadership or management role leading teams of engineers.
- Strong knowledge of financial messaging standards (ISO 20022, MT messages) and related industry protocols.
- Proven expertise in system architecture, design patterns, and scalable software development.
- Experience with integration technologies (e.g., MQ, APIs) and operating systems (Linux, Windows).
- Experience with various programming languages.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated ability to drive technical excellence, foster innovation, and build high-performing teams.
- Strong problem-solving skills and a results-oriented mindset.
- Experience of SWIFT's Alliance products (Alliance Access, Alliance WebPlatform).
What We Do
SWIFT is a global member-owned cooperative and the world’s leading provider of secure financial messaging services. We provide our community with a platform for messaging and standards for communicating, and we offer products and services to facilitate access and integration, identification, analysis and regulatory compliance. Our messaging platform, products and services connect more than 11,000 banking and securities organisations, market infrastructures and corporate customers in more than 200 countries and territories. SWIFT also brings the financial community together – at global, regional and local levels – to shape market practice, define standards and debate issues of mutual interest or concern. For more information, visit www.swift.com or follow us on Twitter: @swiftcommunity
