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.
What SWIFT offers
SWIFT doesn’t stand still. We are constantly evolving and tirelessly innovating. Working at the intersection of finance and technology is a very exciting place to be right now. SWIFT is transforming cross-border payments, making them faster and more transparent than ever before. We are the way the world moves value — every instant of every day, in almost every country.
We are proud that what we do has a critical impact on the global financial community and touches almost every aspect of the financial world. So, what you do at SWIFT has real impact too - an impact that matters every day. Which is why you matter to us.
Joining SWIFT gives you unparalleled exposure to knowledge, expertise and technologies. If you have what it takes, you’ll be able to take on different career paths and have the opportunity to work in teams, departments and disciplines in countries around the world. SWIFT is unique. There is no other organisation like ours in the world driving the long-term future of the financial ecosystem. You’ll be surrounded by bright, customer-focused and intellectually curious people in a collaborative, friendly, open and inclusive environment.
At SWIFT we are trusted every instant. Everything we do has an impact that matters. And as a member of our team, you are trusted to make your impact every day.
What we offer
- We put you in control of career
- We give you a competitive package
- We help you perform at your best
- We help you make a difference
- We give you the freedom to be yourself
Few words about the Tribe
Market Infrastructures (MI) are key SWIFT customers and critical service providers at the heart of the global financial ecosystem. Within this domain, our tribe designs, builds, and operates the messaging and connectivity services that underpin trusted financial transactions worldwide, leveraging core platforms such as FIN and SwiftNet.
This environment is undergoing rapid transformation, with market infrastructures modernising their platforms, adopting ISO 20022 standards, and evolving towards real-time and instant payment capabilities. These changes are driving the expansion of faster, more efficient cross-border transactions.
In this dynamic context, we are looking for motivated individuals to contribute to the evolution of our solutions for payment market infrastructures, combining operational excellence with continuous innovation.
What to expect
Key Responsibilities:
- Participate in the design, development of secure, mission critical and highly resilient financial systems
- Participate in the testing, from automated unit tests to automated system tests
- Analysis of technical and functional requirements and translate them into software solutions
- Contribute to technical analysis and feasibility assessments of proposed solutions
- Develop and maintain technical documentation and operational procedures
- Support the delivered software and contribute to problem-solving activities within the team
What will make you successful?
Education
University degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field; or equivalent work experience. Master’s degree is an asset.
Technical skills
- Initial experience in Java development (Java 8 or higher) through internships, academic projects, or early professional roles
- Basic understanding of unit testing and automation practices
- Familiarity with fundamental software design principles
We will be delighted if you have experience with any of the following:
- Experience with the Spring Boot applications framework is a plus
- Familiar with JPA, Hibernate
- Knowledge of Angular and other front-end technologies is a big asset
- Experience with building REST APIs
- Familiar with UNIX operating system, preferably RHEL
- Knowledge of security technologies
Soft skills
- Curious about new technologies and eager to participate in complex projects
- Team player
- Quality-minded, sense of ownership
- Analytical thinking and problem-solving capability
- Strong communication skills
- Seeks continuous improvement
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 accessibility-Sysgroup@swift.com or indicate this in your application.
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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.