Job Description

The Japan Research Institute (JRI) Limited is a subsidiary of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) Group. SMBC Group is a Tokyo-based bank holding company that is ranked among the largest 25 banks globally by assets under management. JRI provides comprehensive, highly value-added information services through the coordinated application of its 3 functions. i.e. information systems, consulting and think-tank. As a system integrator, JRI offers services in IT strategy planning, implementation and outsourcing to a broad range of industries and activities. JRI Singapore currently supports the overall IT functions of Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation (SMBC) in Asia Pacific Region.

Job Responsibilities

Oversee the delivery of data platform projects and system changes following the Software Development Lifecycle. Work with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and implement data solutions using Azure services (e.g., Data Lake, Synapse, Databricks). Manage data pipelines and ETL processes to ensure data quality and availability. Provide guidance and mentorship to data engineers and analysts. Identify and assess new data technologies and tools, making recommendations for adoption. Ensure adherence to data governance and security policies. Monitor and optimize the performance and scalability of the data platform. Effectively communicate project progress and outcomes to stakeholders. Collaborate with the data management office to identify governance requirements and ensure integration with existing platforms. Implement data management best practices, including data cataloguing, lineage tracking, and metadata management within Azure. Oversee budgeting for data initiatives, ensuring resource allocation aligns with organizational goals. Provide ongoing maintenance and L3 support

Job Requirements

Bachelor's degree in information technology, Computer Science, Data Science or equivalent; master's degree is a plus. Min. 8 years of working experience in management information systems, regulatory reporting, data management or data analytics role within Banks/Financial Institutions. Experience in leading mid-sized project implementation Proficient in System Development Life Cycle (SDLC)/Agile project delivery framework Demonstrated ability to design and implement scalable data solutions on Azure. Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Preferred Skills

Relevant certifications in Azure (e.g., Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Engineer Associate) Experience leading cross-functional teams and managing stakeholder relationships. Experience in Microsoft Azure, data management, data warehousing, data mart, data visualization, design and implementation. Knowledge in Financial Accounting, Management Accounting & Regulatory Reporting, Risk Management, Capital / Profitability Management would be a plus. * Certifications such as PMP, PRINCE2, SCRUM, ITIL is a plus.