Java, and technical Support Developer

We are looking for a talented Java developer to take on development of our Mobile applications and provide support to our Banking and other Clients using the applications

• Excellent knowledge of Java development including CLDC development for mobile devices with J2ME.
• Excellent knowledge of Application Servers such as JBoss.
• Preferably Microsoft Certified Professional (MCP) in one or more of the following areas: WindowsXP/Vista, Windows 2000 & 2003 Server, Active Directory, Network Infra-structure, SQL Server, Database Administrator
• Knowledge of at least one major database, preferably Microsoft SQL Server 2005.
• Experience of Microsoft Office and other desktop applications.
• Good software development, methodology, problem analysis, identification and problem resolution skills. Ability to troubleshoot problems in a logical and disciplined manner.
• Disciplined with a close attention to detail.
• Good verbal and written communication skills, both internally and with customers. Ability to document activities, problems and procedures clearly, accurately and concisely.
• Ability to plan, prioritise and multi-task in a complex and demanding operational environment without sacrificing work output or quality.
• A motivated, pro-active, self-starter with a success oriented attitude.
• A demonstrated ability to work under pressure and to tight deadlines preferably in a 24x7 real-time operational server environment.

The Mobile banking system consists of a number of core components.

• The Mobile Java Application (supplied by a third party and supported by them at the code level, but set up, configuration and customisation carried out by Mi-Pay)
• The interface to the Java Application
• Web services
• The .Net based core system for managing customer data
• A COM+ interface to the third party core banking platform
• An SMPP interface to an SMSC
• Customer support and administration web pages

Specific Responsibilities

• Developing Mobile Java handset applications around a licensed core Security kernel
• Prioritization of own development tasks and communicating regular progress on tasks
• Technical analysis of queries, changes, requirements associated with the core Payment technology platform (where necessary)
• Working with Mi-Pay India Software Development Centre and the UK HQ
• Making use of and keeping to processes that ensure source control is checked in and logged out so that version controls are maintained.
• To ensure that all changes comply with the documented Change Control Process.
• To ensure that all installations and upgrades are implemented as per the agreed and documented procedures. To ensure that all changes comply with audit, security and licensing requirements.
• To actively assist in the timely and quality implementation of internal and customer-driven projects.

Release Management Duties
• Undertake release management in line with Mi-Pay Release Management procedures, maintaining proper records and in line with standards.
• Ensure that all processes relating to access to Mi-Pay systems are met.
• Ensure all installations and upgrades are implemented as per the agreed and documented procedures. To ensure that all changes comply with audit, security and licensing requirements.
• Work with and meet Setup software release and configuration control procedures.
• Provide 24x7x365 operational support for all mission-critical production systems on a rota and on call system.

Mi-Pay Ltd is an international supplier of mobile payment services, whose customers include telecoms and financial institutions. The business is based from offices in UK, and Dubai with support offices in Romania and development capabilities in India (Pune) and Pakistan (Lahore). Mi-Pay has positioned itself as Europe’s leading direct channel top-up service provider. As the market expands the volume of projects and client base is rapidly increasing. We are now looking for an additional and specialist resource to support our growing mobile banking application suite and Customer base. In addition the role encompasses supporting the technical operations team handling production issues. The work involves some shift patterns and an on call rota to support a 24 X 7 operation. The role will be responsible for taking calls from our 1st line contact centre helpdesk and from Clients’ help desks (in English), resolving technical problems to restore services and where necessary passing issues to our 3rd line support (in English) for longer term fix;
We are looking for a talented and versatile individual.
The role will be based in Sibiu.