A Technical Analyst is required deliver data interfaces for Sofico.

This will include data analysis, interface specification, technical and functional analysis, information security and compliance assessment, overseeing implementation, unit testing, system integration testing, acceptance, go-live and early life support.

On this 12 month Fixed Term Contract you will work closely with internal business and project teams, implementation partners and external suppliers

The Technical Analyst is paying an excellent annual salary with benefits including increased pension contributions, Bonus, 25 Days holiday and much more.

The role:

Understand high level interface requirements and existing legacy data exchange

Discuss with subject matter experts and business teams to define the new interface

Discuss with external suppliers and implementation partners to refine the interface to be funcationally and cost efficient (for development and running)

Indentify costs and ensure project managemenrt approval

Assist in Vendor comparison, selection and recommendation

Produce interface specification to include business/function overview, technical design, data description, validation rules, error handling, data mapping, information security and compliance requirements

Review functional analysis from implementation partner

Discuss with interface stakeholder and obtain sign-off

Liaise with implementation partner and external suppliers to setup test environments

Perform unit testing liaising with implementation partner and external supplier to resolve issues

Define and measure acceptance criteria

Work with Test Manager to define system integration test requirements and parameters. Oversee integration testing and resolve issues

Define production environment parameters

Ensure information security requirements are met including authentication criteria, secure data transport mechanism, data integrity, separation of prod / non-prod.

Ensure interface production readiness

Define BAU support requirements

The successful Technical Analyst will have the following experience:

Experience in a similar role

Proven ability to develop and implement technical solutions that meet stakeholder's needs

Strong technical skills with an ability to perform technical tasks whilst being able to relate these to SMEs and business staff

Experience managing work with internal and external stakeholders

Knowledge of CSV, XML, JSON, Web Services, Rest APIs, SFTP and general encryption techniques and technologies

Strong analytical & conceptual thinking abilities

A flexible approach is required. Experience in working in agile environments where requirements may change and a prioritisation approach to working is essential.Beneficial experience

Financial services background experience preferred

Knowledge of the motor finance and fleet management business is highly desirable

Sofico Miles knowledge is desirableWith their offices in the Portsmouth area, this is a hybrid role where you can work 2 days a week from home.

To find out more or apply please contact Chris Lynes at Spectrum IT Recruitment