Fircosoft Developer/SAS Integration Specialist

Fircosoft Developer (SAS Integration Specialist)

Experinece - 5-7 Years

Work Mode - Hybrid

Mode of interview - Virtua

Location - Chennai,Bengaluru, Noida or Pune

Work mode - Hybrid

Required Qualifications & Experience :

Must Have :

- 5+ years of hands-on development and configuration experience with Fircosoft products in a SAS (Software as a Service) or on-premise environment.

- Proven experience in integrating Firco Continuity with payment message formats (SWIFT MT, ISO 20022) and banking applications.

Strong technical skills in :

- Java and/or J2EE for custom development and extensions.

- SQL and experience with relational databases (Oracle, DB2, or SQL Server).

- Unix/Linux shell scripting.

- Web Services (SOAP/REST) and XML/JSON.

- In-depth understanding of financial crime compliance concepts: Sanctions Screening, PEPs, AML, and KYC.

Highly Desirable :

- Experience working within a large global financial institution.

- Familiarity with the LexisNexis Risk Solutions ecosystem and its integration points.

- Knowledge of containerization and modern DevOps practices (Docker, Kubernetes, CI/CD) is a plus.

- Experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS) is advantageous, even if the primary Fircosoft environment is on-premises.

Personal Competencies :

- Analytical Mindset: Excellent problem-solving skills with the ability to troubleshoot complex, multi-tiered application issues.

- Detail-Oriented: Meticulous attention to detail, crucial for compliance-sensitive configuration.

- Proactive & Collaborative: A self-starter who can work effectively both independently and as part of a global team.

- Strong Communication: Ability to articulate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders in Compliance and Business Operations.

Key Responsibilities :

System Integration & Development :

- Design, develop, and implement integration solutions between the Fircosoft SAS platform (primarily Firco Continuity) and internal systems such as payment processing engines (e.g., SWIFT, Fedwire), core banking applications, and customer databases.

- Configure and customize Fircosoft components to meet Mizuho's specific business and compliance

rules for real-time payment and trade screening.

- Develop and optimize custom utilities, scripts, and interfaces to extend platform functionality and automate manual processes.;

- Experience with Firco Trust (for real-time payment screening) and/or Firco Continuity (for customer screening and batch processing).

- Knowledge of building/optimizing Firco Filter Sets and Rules.

- Understanding of global sanctions lists (OFAC, HM Treasury, UN) and PEP (Politically Exposed Person) screening.

- Integration of Firco with payment channels (SWIFT, etc.) and core banking systems.

Technical Configuration & Tuning :

- Implement and fine-tune fuzzy matching algorithms, watchlist filters, and screening rules to maximize detection efficacy while minimizing false positives.

- Manage the integration and normalization of various watchlist feeds (e.g., OFAC, UN, EU) within the Fircosoft environment.

- Configure and maintain the Fircosoft Command Center and other administrative tools.

Support & Lifecycle Management :

- Provide Tier 3 technical support for the Fircosoft SAS environment, investigating and resolving complex production issues related to screening alerts, message flow, and system performance.

- Collaborate with infrastructure and database teams to manage patches, upgrades, and the overall health of the on-premises Fircosoft ecosystem.

- Create and maintain comprehensive technical documentation for system architecture, integration designs, and operational procedures.

Collaboration & Compliance :

- Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Compliance, Risk, Operations, and IT, to translate business requirements into technical solutions.

- Liaise with vendor partners (LexisNexis Risk Solutions) for advanced support, feature requests, and strategic product alignment.

- Ensure all development and configuration work adheres to Mizuho's internal IT governance standards and external regulatory requirements (AML/KYC).