Senior Software Analyst

Role and Responsibilities

A Senior Software Analyst is responsible for evaluating, designing, and improving software solutions to meet business needs.

• Gather and analyze user requirements.
• Collaborate with developers to define system functionalities.
• Ensure software aligns with organizational goals.
• Document processes and perform system testing.
• Troubleshoot issues and provide recommendations for improvements.

Requirements

• Medium expertise in Python and SQL for data manipulation, with basic knowledge of statistical modeling and algorithms relevant to risk management.
• Good understanding of database structures and financial data architecture.
• Knowledge of at least one among credit, market, and liquidity risk is preferred.
• Familiarity with advanced risk models such as Value‑at‑Risk and Expected Credit Loss is appreciated.
• Ability to collect and document user requirements for financial risk management systems.

Education and Experience

• 2+ years of experience in software analysis, preferably in financial risk management within the banking sector.
• Experience working with cross‑functional teams, ensuring project milestones and mentoring junior analysts.
• Ability to produce clear, concise documentation (business requirements, functional specifications, methodological documentation, marketing/strategic documentation).

Soft Skills

• Excellent communication with internal teams, external stakeholders and clients.
• Strong interpersonal skills for collaborating with developers, risk managers and other stakeholders.
• Problem‑solving mindset and focus on identifying discrepancies and finding the right solutions.

Location

Bologna.

Compensation, Welfare & Benefit

Compensation includes a fixed and a variable component as part of a "Total Compensation" package. The welfare plan, active since 2015, and various benefits support the well‑being of all employees. Remote working is supported as a flexible, trust‑based arrangement that promotes work/life balance and environmental optimization.