Job Description

Job Title: Technical Lead – NICE Actimize

Location: Johannesburg

Contract Type: Permanent / Contract

Role Purpose

The Technical Lead will be responsible for the end-to-end software development lifecycle of the Actimize Application Suite, including development, customization, unit testing, system testing, and production support across Windows-based environments (Cloud and On-Premises). This role will provide technical leadership while ensuring the delivery of robust, scalable, and compliant AML (Anti-Money Laundering) solutions.

Key Responsibilities

Technical Leadership

• Lead the design, development, and customization of the Actimize platform.
• Provide technical direction and mentorship to development teams.
• Ensure adherence to best practices, coding standards, and architectural principles.
• Act as the primary technical escalation point for Actimize-related issues.

Actimize Platform Development

• Develop and enhance components within the Actimize Application Suite, including:
• AIS Server and ActOne Application
• AML SAM (Suspicious Activity Monitoring)
• AML CDD (Customer Due Diligence)
• AML WLX (Watch List Filtering)
• Customize Actimize modules using its proprietary development framework and scripting language.
• Design and implement business rules, workflows, and alerts within AML systems.

System Architecture & Integration

• Work on a custom in-house platform underpinning Actimize solutions.
• Design and maintain integrations with external systems, APIs, and data sources.
• Ensure efficient data processing and performance optimization within database environments.

Cloud & Infrastructure

• Support deployments across Windows-based environments, both on-premise and cloud
• Collaborate with DevOps and infrastructure teams on CI/CD pipelines and environment management.
• Ensure system stability, scalability, and security.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Collaborate with business stakeholders, compliance teams, and product owners to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Provide technical input into AML strategies and regulatory compliance initiatives.
• Support audits, risk assessments, and regulatory reporting requirements.

Support & Maintenance

• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement preventative measures.
• Ensure system uptime and reliability through proactive monitoring.

Required Skills & Experience

• Strong hands-on experience with NICE Actimize (AIS, ActOne, SAM, CDD, WLX).
• Proven experience in AML systems and financial crime compliance solutions.
• Experience working with Actimize proprietary development tools and scripting
• Solid understanding of database technologies (SQL Server, Oracle, or similar).
• Experience in Windows Server environments
• Exposure to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or similar) is advantageous.
• Strong experience in system integration, APIs, and enterprise application architecture.
• Ability to lead technical teams and deliver complex solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Relevant certifications in Actimize, AML, or cloud technologies (advantageous).

Key Competencies

• Leadership and mentoring
• Problem-solving and analytical thinking
• Strong communication and stakeholder management
• Attention to detail and quality focus
• Ability to work in high-pressure, regulated environments

Nice to Have

• Experience in banking or financial services environments
• Knowledge of regulatory frameworks (FICA, FATF, etc.)
• Experience with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines