Job Description

Position: Banking Systems Analyst

Job Summary

The Banking Systems Analyst will be responsible for the implementation, maintenance, and operational support of application systems for a Japanese bank in the U.S. This role involves coordinating with both local and overseas teams, solving software-related issues, managing system documentation, and supporting end users through Help Desk services. Bilingual in English and Japanese (Native-level English is expected; Business-level Japanese is acceptable)

Location

Manhattan Midtown, NY (Hybrid – 2 days in office)

Key Responsibilities

• Responsible for system implementation and operational support for a Japanese bank in the U.S.
• Solve software requirements by analyzing, creating, designing, modifying, and maintaining application systems to meet user needs.
• Contribute to team efforts and communicate with stakeholders both in the U.S. and Japan.
• Provide Help Desk support (Tier 1 – Tier 2).

The right candidate will possess

• Understanding of SDLC (Software Development Life Cycle)
• Business knowledge of the banking industry, as well as development skills and experience in the banking field
• Previous Help Desk support experience

Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in system application implementation
• Strong analytical skills in requirements analysis, maintenance, and troubleshooting
• Intermediate ability to read and write SQL (required)
• Bilingual in English and Japanese (Native-level English is expected; Business-level Japanese is acceptable)
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Access
• Banking knowledge is a plus, but not essential

Salary Range

$77,000 – $94,000 per year

Working Hours

• Core hours: 9:00 AM – 5:30 PM (1 hour unpaid lunch break)
• Actual hours may vary depending on business needs
• In-person attendance: 2 days per week required

Benefits

• Vacation: 10 days
• Sick Leave: 6 days
• Personal Days: 2 days
• Group Insurance (Medical, Dental, Vision): 100% company-covered
• 401(k) plan

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