Head, IT Software Engineering at Stanbic IBTC

About Stanbic IBTC

Stanbic IBTC Holdings, commonly referred to as Stanbic IBTC, is a financial service holding company in Nigeria with subsidiaries in Banking, Stock Brokerage, Investment Advisory, Asset Management, Investor Services, Pension Management, Trustees, Insurance Brokerage and life Insurance businesses.

Your Job Description

• Strategic Leadership
  • Define and implement the software engineering strategy in alignment with the Bank’s technology and business objectives.
  • Work closely with Head, IT Delivery to prioritize engineering initiatives and allocate resources effectively.
  • Drive adoption of modern software engineering practices, including agile methodologies, DevSecOps, automated testing, and cloud-native development.
  • Contribute to the Bank’s digital transformation roadmap through innovative software solutions.
• Software Development & Delivery
  • Oversee architecture, design, development, and deployment of banking applications, ensuring high performance, scalability, security, and regulatory compliance.
  • Manage software development life cycles for projects, ensuring timely delivery, quality standards, and budget adherence.
  • Establish and enforce coding standards, secure coding practices, and code review processes.
  • Collaborate with solution architects to ensure software architecture meets enterprise standards and business requirements.
  • Oversee integration of applications with core banking systems, digital channels, and third-party services (e.g. fintech partners, payment gateways).
• People Leadership & Management
  • Lead, mentor, and grow high-performing software engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence, accountability, and innovation.
  • Manage team capacity, career development, and succession planning for software engineers.
  • Collaborate with HR on recruitment and retention strategies for critical software engineering talent.
• Quality Assurance & Governance
  • Ensure rigorous software testing practices, including automated testing, performance testing, and security testing.
  • Work closely with Quality Assurance, Security, and Risk teams to ensure all software meets regulatory and internal control requirements.
  • Maintain documentation for applications, codebases, and engineering processes.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Engage with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
  • Serve as technical advisor to business units on feasibility, cost estimation, and solution options.
  • Manage relationships with external vendors and partners supporting software development.
• Financial Management
  • Develop and manage software engineering budgets, controlling costs while ensuring quality and innovation.
  • Evaluate cost-benefit of in-house development vs. third-party solutions.
• Continuous Improvement, Emerging Technology & Innovation
  • Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in banking, fintech, and software engineering.
  • Introduce innovative solutions to improve customer experience, operational efficiency, and competitive differentiation.
  • Foster a culture of continuous improvement in processes, tools, and technologies.

The Job Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related field.
• Master’s Degree or MBA is an added advantage.
• Minimum 12-15 years’ experience in software engineering roles, with at least 5 years in a leadership capacity, preferably in the banking or financial services industry.
• Proven track record in managing large-scale software development projects.
• Strong background in enterprise application development, microservices architecture, APIs, cloud technologies, and DevSecOps practices.
• Experience working with core banking systems, digital channels, payment systems, and regulatory compliance in Nigeria.
• Sound knowledge of Nigerian banking regulations, CBN guidelines, and data privacy law.