FEP Engineer (Front-End Processor / Switch) at a Reputable Microfinance Bank - Lead Enterprise Support Company Limited

Lead Enterprise Support Company Limited - Our client, a reputable Microfinance Bank located in Maryland, Lagos, is recruiting to fill the position below:

Job Title: FEP Engineer (Front-End Processor / Switch)

Location: Maryland, Lagos
Employment Type: Full-time
Industry: Microfinance Banking
Department: IT Solution & Innovation

Job Summary

• We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced FEP Engineer (Front-End Processor / Switch) to manage the high-availability and security of the bank’s mission-critical transaction switch (FEP).
• The successful candidate will ensure seamless integration with external payment networks and secure processing of all Electronic Funds Transfer (EFT) transactions.

Key Duties & Responsibilities

• Administer and monitor the bank’s transaction switch and its integrations with major payment systems (NIBSS, Interswitch, UPG, MPGS).
• Configure, manage, and troubleshoot ISO-8583 message flows, routing rules, and switching logic.
• Manage cryptographic keys, digital certificates, and security modules (HSM/MLE, 3-DES, RSA) to ensure regulatory compliance and data security.
• Conduct performance tuning, system optimization, and capacity planning.
• Provide prompt incident response and resolution for transaction-related issues.
• Deliver L2/L3 technical support for daily payment operations, settlements, and reconciliation processes.
• Monitor logs and observability tools to proactively detect and resolve issues.
• Ensure system uptime, resilience, and regulatory compliance at all times.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Transaction Success & Availability: End-to-End Transaction Success Rate (TSR) & Switch Uptime: >99.99%
• Incident Management: Mean Time to Resolve (MTTR) for critical payment incidents: <15 minutes
• Security: Zero security breaches related to cryptographic keys, HSM, or unauthorized system access.

Education & Experience

• Bachelor’s Degree or Higher National Diploma (HND) from a recognized institution.
• Relevant IT certifications will be an added advantage.
• 4–6+ years of hands-on experience in full-stack development and transaction switching environments.
• Prior experience in banking, fintech, or other financial services institutions is highly desirable.

Knowledge, Skills & Competencies:
Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of ISO-8583 protocol and EFT switch architecture.
• Knowledge of transaction routing, payment processing lifecycle, and settlement processes.
• Understanding of regulatory compliance in financial transaction systems.

Technical Skills

• Linux/Unix administration.
• Shell scripting.
• Incident response and troubleshooting.
• Log monitoring and observability tools.
• Experience with Java, Kotlin, or .NET (added advantage).
• Cryptography and key management systems (HSM, 3-DES, RSA).

Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High attention to detail.
• Ability to work under pressure in a mission-critical environment.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Proactive and security-conscious mindset.

Salary
Competitive and Negotiable.

Application Closing Date
31st March, 2026.