Development Student Intern – 1

This job is with Finastra, an inclusive employer and a member of myGwork – the largest global platform for the LGBTQ+ business community. Please do not contact the recruiter directly.
Who are we?
At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

General Profile

• Requires working knowledge and skills developed through formal training or work experience.
• Identifies problems and relevant issues in straightforward situations, assesses each using standard procedures, and makes sound decisions - typically involving the selection of appropriate scripts and related methods.
• Works within established procedures with a moderate degree of supervision.

Functional Knowledge

• Requires established skills to perform a range of client/customer service and business support activities.

Business Expertise

• Understands how the team integrates with others to accomplish team objectives.

Leadership

• Has no supervisory responsibilities; manages own workload.

Problem Solving

• Recognizes and solves typical problems that can occur in own work area by evaluating and selecting solutions from established operating procedures and/or analytical methods (e.g., Tier 1 support).

Impact

• Impacts the service and effectiveness of own and related teams.

Interpersonal Skills

• Uses communication skills to probe, clarify, and ensure service delivery; handles increasingly unusual situations.

Justification

• Interns will augment DEH Mobile capacity by working on DEH UI/UX Compliance upgrade, Mobile Unit Testing and CI/CD pipeline using GitHub Actions (Central team compliance) to allow full-time developers to focus on critical/priority customers (MBS, LBS, Salve, Alpha, etc.) commitments and accelerate deliveries.

Job Description

• Under the supervision of the Senior Dev Manager and Senior team members, the intern will collaborate with the team to upgrade the mobile app's UI components. This position is needed in Manila, Philippines.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with the design team to update the UI components.
• Assist in conducting user research and gathering feedback to inform design decisions.
• Update the design and UI components of the Android application.
• Participate in brainstorming sessions and contribute innovative ideas for improving UI designs.
• Support the development of design guidelines, style guides, and design systems.
• Engage in team (BA, Dev) design discussions, walkthroughs, and reflect recent agreements for the design.
• Stay updated with the latest design trends, tools, and technologies.

Requirements

• Knowledge in software development and programming.
• Currently pursuing a degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Optional portfolio showcasing mobile projects and creative problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Kotlin, Material Design, IDEs like Android Studio, etc.
• Basic understanding of HTML/CSS is a plus.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Attention to detail and a passion for creating exceptional user experiences.

Benefits
We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

• Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well-being: Access confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, unlimited personalized coaching via our coaching app, and access to our Gather Groups for emotional and mental support.
• Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
• ESG: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
• DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, , , , ).
• Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
• Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra