Open Banking Lead
Job Description
Operating in the UAE for over 50 years, CBD manages the financial requirements of some of the largest corporates and businesses operating in the country, driving the UAE economy. Over the years, CBD has transformed into a progressive and modern banking institution winning multiple awards for its digital initiatives, credit cards, bank accounts, mobile app features and services.
CBD has been recognized as the number one bank in the UAE on the Forbes list of The World’s Best Banks 2022.
As we continue to build upon our successes, we are looking for ambitious individuals who are passionate about the banking and finance industry and the markets in which CBD operates. Just as important to us is your ability to demonstrate a talent for dealing with people – your colleagues and our customers – and delivering service that really goes the extra mile.
Principal Accountabilities:
• Provide subject matter expertise on Open Banking API architecture – create standards, functional requirements, and best practices across the platform.
• Make informed product decisions based on relevant, current, and accurate information
• Provide appropriate API specs and business requirements for teams to implement new product ideas and features
• Work with the enterprise architecture teams to prioritise user research findings and ensure they translate into exceptional user experiences and differentiate its solutions
• Develop documentation for developers to understand how to access and leverage the platform
• Continuously pursue a strong knowledge of internal and external technology solutions, and maintain a strong understanding of applicable technologies, tools and services
• Participate in regional standards bodies to advocate and shape API standards that support the long-term strategy.
• Advise CIO and IT leadership team on a broad range of technology, strategy, and policy issues associated with Open Finance
• Serve as subject matter expert both internally and externally on relevant governance bodies
