Job Title: Base24 Lead Engineer
Location: Swindon (Hybrid - 3 Days a week)
Job Type: Permanent

Job Summary:
We are hiring for a Base24 Lead Engineer to join a leading UK building society. This role focuses on developing and maintaining ATM/POS software solutions, guiding technical teams, and ensuring compliance with industry standards.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design, develop, and maintain Base24 applications (Classic/EPS) for ATM/POS systems.
• Lead migration from Base24 Classic to EPS, including VISA scheme enhancements and regulatory updates.
• Collaborate with business/IT teams to translate requirements into technical specifications.
• Troubleshoot software issues and resolve service incidents.
• Ensure system resilience, sustainability, and recovery capabilities.
• Provide SME expertise on ATM/POS technology, EMV, card schemes (Visa/LINK), and transaction switching.
• Mentor onshore/offshore Base24 Engineers and lead internal knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Utilize tools: TAL, COBOL, S-COBOL, HP NonStop (Pathway, Enscribe, TMF), VersaTest, XPNET.

Essential Skills:

• Technical:
  • Proficiency in Base24 architecture, HP NonStop platforms, and programming (TAL, COBOL).
  • Experience with EMS, Batchcom, Enform, ACI Desktop, and security frameworks.
  • Knowledge of VISA/LINK interfaces, EMV, and transaction testing tools (Iliad, Paragon).
• Soft Skills: Strong analytical, communication, and leadership abilities.

Desirable Skills:

• Prior experience in Base24 Classic-to-EPS migration.
• Familiarity with Agile/Scrum, source control (RMS), and payments domain expertise.

Additional Details:

• Work Model: Hybrid (2 3 days/week onsite in Swindon).
• Candidate Requirement: Ability to collaborate closely with client leadership and address escalated deliverables.