Swift SDET Waltham - MA - Massachusetts

Descriptions:

We are seeking a highly skilled SWIFT Technology Developer with deep expertise in the technical architecture, integration, and support of SWIFT messaging platforms. This role is focused on the technology and engineering aspects of SWIFT solutions rather than business analysis or operations.

The ideal candidate will possess strong experience in SWIFT infrastructure, message processing, payment systems integration, messaging standards, and application development. The candidate will be responsible for designing, developing, integrating, and supporting SWIFT-based payment solutions across domestic and international payment ecosystems.

Key Responsibilities

SWIFT Platform Development & Integration

Design, develop, and maintain SWIFT integration solutions supporting cross-border and domestic payment processing.

Implement and support SWIFT messaging interfaces such as:

o MT Messages

o MX Messages (ISO 20022)

o FIN

o InterAct

o FileAct

Develop middleware and APIs to facilitate communication between SWIFT infrastructure and internal bankingpayment applications.

Build message transformation and routing solutions for SWIFT traffic.

SWIFT Infrastructure & Support

Configure, administer, and support:

o SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA)

o SWIFT Alliance Messaging Hub (AMH)

o SWIFT Alliance Gateway (SAG)

o SWIFTNet

o SWIFT Integration Layer components

Manage message queues, routing rules, interfaces, and connectivity components.

Support SWIFT upgrades, migrations, and patch deployments.

Monitor SWIFT environments and troubleshoot connectivity, message flow, and performance issues.

ISO 20022 & Message Transformation

Participate in ISO 20022 migration initiatives.

Develop MT-to-MX and MX-to-MT message mapping and transformation solutions.

Validate message schemas and ensure compliance with SWIFT standards.

Support coexistence and migration strategies across payment systems.

Payment Systems Integration

Integrate SWIFT systems with:

o Fedwire

o CHIPS

o RTP

o ACH

o SEPA

o Internal payment engines

Build interfaces supporting real-time and batch payment processing.

Ensure payment message delivery, acknowledgment, reconciliation, and exception handling.

Application Development

Develop Java-based applications and services supporting SWIFT messaging workflows.

Design RESTSOAP APIs and microservices for payment integrations.

Create automation utilities for message validation, monitoring, and operational support.

Develop scripts for operational efficiency and environment management.

Production Support

Provide Level 2Level 3 support for SWIFT applications.

Analyze and resolve complex message processing issues.

Perform root cause analysis and implement permanent fixes.

Support disaster recovery and high-availability environments.

Security & Compliance

Implement SWIFT CSP (Customer Security Program) controls.

Ensure secure message transmission and encryption standards.

Support audits, vulnerability assessments, and regulatory compliance activities.

SWIFT Technologies

SWIFT Alliance Access (SAA)

SWIFT Alliance Messaging Hub (AMH)

SWIFT Alliance Gateway (SAG)

SWIFTNet

FIN Messaging

InterAct

FileAct

SWIFT CSP

Messaging Standards

SWIFT MT message types

ISO 20022 MX messages

XMLXSD

Message validation and transformation

Programming

Java

Spring Boot

Python

Shell Scripting

SQL

Middleware & Integration

IBM MQ

Kafka

Web Services (RESTSOAP)

API Integration

Enterprise Messaging Platforms

Databases

Oracle

SQL Server

PostgreSQL

Operating Systems

LinuxUnix

Windows Server

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with payment hubs and payment modernization initiatives.

Experience implementing ISO 20022 migration projects.

Knowledge of Fedwire, CHIPS, RTP, ACH, and international payment systems.

Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, Google Cloud Platform).

Experience with DevOps, CICD pipelines, and automation frameworks.

SWIFT certification or equivalent industry experience.

Key Competencies

Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.

Deep understanding of payment message life cycles.

Ability to analyze message flows and integration patterns.

Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Ability to work in high-volume, mission-critical payment environments.

SKILLS: Digital : Mobile - Swift(iOS)