Senior IT Officer, Business Solutions I (Senior Software Engineer)

Job Posting Organization:
The World Bank Group (WBG) was established in 1944 and is one of the largest sources of funding and knowledge for developing countries. It is a unique global partnership comprising five institutions: the International Bank for Reconstruction and Development (IBRD), the International Development Association (IDA), the International Finance Corporation (IFC), the Multilateral Investment Guarantee Agency (MIGA), and the International Centre for the Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID). With 189 member countries and over 120 offices worldwide, the WBG collaborates with public and private sector partners to invest in groundbreaking projects and utilize data, research, and technology to address the most pressing global challenges. The Information and Technology Solutions (ITS) Vice Presidency within the WBG plays a crucial role in achieving the mission of ending extreme poverty by 2030 and promoting shared prosperity sustainably by delivering transformative information and technologies to staff working in over 130 client countries. ITS is one of three Vice Presidencies that have been integrated to provide enhanced corporate core services and enable the institution to operate as a cohesive entity. The vision of ITS is to revolutionize how the Bank Group fulfills its mission through information and technology, adapting its strategy in response to evolving business priorities and leveraging new technologies to achieve significant business outcomes.

Job Overview:
The Senior IT Officer, Business Solutions I (Senior Software Engineer) position is focused on leading enterprise-scale low-code platform deployments and managing the delivery of low-code application platforms (LCAP) across the World Bank’s fiduciary domains. The role requires a combination of program leadership, technical governance, and agile execution to ensure the successful adoption of low-code platforms such as OutSystems, Appian, and Salesforce. The ideal candidate will possess a robust background in enterprise low-code ecosystems, integration strategies, and agile product delivery, with a proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects in global organizations. The position involves providing technical leadership throughout the solution lifecycle, ensuring alignment with enterprise architecture and compliance standards, and leading a team of developers while fostering a culture of continuous improvement. The role also requires designing scalable technical architectures for LCAP solutions, managing stakeholder engagement, overseeing risk management, and promoting best practices in low-code development and integration patterns. Additionally, the candidate will be responsible for embedding Generative AI capabilities into LCAP applications and ensuring the delivery of mission-critical applications at scale.

Duties and Responsibilities:
The duties and responsibilities of the Senior IT Officer include providing technical leadership and direction across all phases of the solution lifecycle, leading end-to-end planning and execution of enterprise low-code platform deployments, and managing LCAP application projects. The candidate will need to have in-depth knowledge of low-code/no-code application platforms, lead and mentor a team of developers, design robust technical architectures, define project scope and objectives, manage stakeholder engagement, oversee risk management and compliance, diagnose and resolve production issues, and communicate technical decisions to stakeholders. The role also involves promoting best practices in low-code development, fostering a culture of technical excellence, quickly learning new technical knowledge, and implementing AI capabilities into LCAP applications. The candidate will be responsible for creating reusable components, driving integration with enterprise systems, coordinating with architects and developers, implementing governance frameworks, tracking KPIs, and ensuring on-time, on-budget delivery of projects.

Required Qualifications:
The required qualifications for the Senior IT Officer position include a master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field with at least 5 years of relevant experience, or a bachelor’s degree with a minimum of 7 years of project management experience. The candidate must have at least 4 years of hands-on development experience using LCAP, including building web and mobile applications, integrating with external systems via APIs, and handling data modeling and SQL. Additionally, the candidate should have 4+ years of experience in IT project management specifically in low-code platform delivery, a proven track record of managing enterprise-scale deployments, and a strong understanding of integration architectures and data governance. Experience with ALM/DevOps for low-code environments and advanced expertise in at least one enterprise LCAP is also required, along with excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Educational Background:
The educational background needed for the Senior IT Officer position includes a master’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related technical field, or a bachelor’s degree with significant project management experience. Relevant certifications in low-code platforms or project management methodologies are preferred and would enhance the candidate's qualifications for the role.

Experience:
The level of experience needed for the Senior IT Officer position includes a minimum of 5 years of relevant experience for candidates with a master’s degree, or at least 7 years for those with a bachelor’s degree. Candidates should have a minimum of 4 years of hands-on development experience using low-code application platforms and at least 4 years of experience in IT project management focused on low-code platform delivery. Proven experience managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects in global organizations is essential, along with a strong understanding of integration architectures and data governance.

Languages:
The mandatory language for the position is English, which is required for effective communication and collaboration within the organization. While English is the preferred language, proficiency in additional languages may be considered an asset, particularly in a global organization like the World Bank Group, where diverse linguistic skills can enhance stakeholder engagement and project delivery.

Additional Notes:
The position is a local recruitment opportunity with a term duration of 2 years. The role is full-time and involves working within a global, matrixed environment. The World Bank Group offers comprehensive benefits, including a retirement plan, medical, life and disability insurance, and paid leave, including parental leave. The organization is committed to being an equal opportunity and inclusive employer, ensuring that all individuals are treated fairly and without discrimination based on gender, gender identity, religion, race, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or disability. The culture at the World Bank Group emphasizes a sense of urgency, thoughtful risk-taking, and empowerment and accountability among its workforce.