Avaloq Developer - Parameterization Specialist Payment Operations 100%

Are you flexible, quick to adapt, and able to integrate into a new team? Do you thrive in dynamic environments and enjoy diverse, hands-on activities? Are you an IT enthusiast with a keen interest in the financial sector, eager to work with cutting-edge technologies, advanced IT infrastructures, and innovative methods? At Vontobel, we invest in people who shape the client experience of tomorrow. In our Operation Services Department in Zurich, you'll join an experienced team managing Avaloq development and payment processing.

As an Avaloq Parameterization Specialist, you will be an integral part of the Transaction Banking unit within the Operation Services Department. In this role, you will collaborate closely with your business colleagues to achieve shared goals, take ownership of application components, address operational challenges, and contribute to ongoing projects. You will play a key role in maintaining and expanding our core banking system, Avaloq, while driving innovation and operational excellence.

What would your role be?

• Parametrization in our core banking system, Avaloq, with a primary focus on Payment and additional involvement in FX and Fiduciary.

• Drive developments forward together with the specialists and business analysts, bring new ideas and innovations, and pursue the shared goals of client satisfaction, quality improvement, efficiency gains, and ensuring smooth operations.

• Get involved with solution design, as well as programming, parametrization, and testing to ensure the availability of business-criticalservices and to support bank-wide platform projects.

• Work in the same team as the business specialists in the Transaction Banking unit and the Operation Services department.

What are we looking for?

• Several years of software engineering experience in the banking and finance sector.

• Relevant Avaloq parameterization experience and a willingness to continuously acquire new knowledge in this area.

• Enthusiasm for new technologies, agile working methods, and the ability to take responsibility.

• Very good communication skills in English and German are mandatory.

• Strong teamwork skills and a willingness to take ownership of your work and personal growth.

• Good analytical skills, solution-oriented mindset, and the ability to work independently.

What do we offer?

• Top Zurich location with collaboration spaces and free lunch.

• All the latest technology to help you excel and advance.

• Agile environment in how we think, the way we work and our trust for each other.

• Flat hierarchy with collaboration at all levels.

• Campus feeling and a collaborative spirit.

We are looking for talented people, not just a CV that ticks all the boxes. Even if you do not have absolutely everything we have asked for, if this role sounds like a good fit for you, we encourage you to apply.

Why Vontobel?

At Vontobel, you are building better futures for our clients and society, as well as for yourself. As a family-owned and publicly listed company with over 2,000 professionals based in 28 locations globally and headquarters in Zurich, we’re committed to long-term thinking and sustainability.

Our diverse team values unique perspectives, and we hire individuals determined to deliver in a dynamic and changing world. Even if you don’t meet all the criteria, we encourage you to apply if you’re enthusiastic about the role.

Do you want to be Vontobel?

Thank you for applying to Vontobel. We will carefully review your application and will respond to you in a timely manner.

At Vontobel, we are an equal opportunity workplace. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability or gender identity.

We value the many voices within our teams and are committed to creating an environment where everyone who wants to be part of our performance culture can be themselves. It is based on mutual respect and zero tolerance for any form of discrimination.

If you have any questions you can contact us through our contact form.