Application Engineer – FEC Screening & Sanction Detection

Are you passionate about combating financial crime and ensuring regulatory compliance We are seeking an innovative and detail-oriented Application Engineer to join our FEC Screening & Sanction Detection team in Nieuwegein Netherlands. In this role you will be at the forefront of protecting our customers and payment channels from financial economic crime and sanction violations.

• Develop maintain and enhance critical monitoring systems for detecting financial economic crime (FEC) and sanction violations
• Build and optimise scalable secure and cost-effective systems using INFORMs RiskShield a real-time fraud prevention platform
• Create and modify rules within the RiskShield application to improve performance and reduce false positives
• Lead infrastructure and functional improvements within the Transaction Filtering and Name Screening squads
• Automate deployment processes to enhance environment speed and reliability
• Ensure regulatory compliance by implementing findings from audits and model validations
• Collaborate closely with a cross-functional team to design and implement future-proof solutions
• Contribute to high-impact security and compliance initiatives
• Tackle and simplify complex architecture challenges in a dynamic environment

Qualifications :

• HBO or WO degree in Computer Science Software Engineering or a related field
• Minimum of 2.5 years of relevant work experience in application engineering or financial crime prevention
• Proficiency in Python PySpark Microsoft Azure and Linux
• Experience with cloud environments and automation technologies
• Knowledge of Agile methodologies and best practices
• Familiarity with Power BI and data visualisation techniques
• Understanding of security concepts including Vulnerability Management and Azure Compliance
• Experience with INFORMs RiskShield or similar transaction monitoring systems (preferred)
• Knowledge of financial regulations and compliance frameworks
• Understanding of sanction screening and transaction filtering processes
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Proactive results-oriented approach with a passion for security and efficiency
• Ability to plan effectively and tackle complex issues in a dynamic environment
• Fluency in Dutch and English (both required)

Additional Information :

Youll be part of a major name in the tech world known for its consulting digital services and software development. Youll work alongside high-level professionals who are bold in their approach and committed to delivering exceptional results. In addition youll become part of our Data area.

Within the Data area we create long-term value for our clients through data. We help companies stay agile during transitions by making data and technology a key part of both daily operations and strategic decision-making. In doing so we help our clients stay ahead of change through the power of data. Our ambition is to help organizations excel with data. Youll work in a high-tech environment focused on knowledge and innovation with an open no-nonsense culture that encourages initiative. The area consists of five practices: Data Governance & Data Management Data Visualization Data Science & AI Data Engineering & Data Migrations and Spatial Intelligence each with a clear identity and focus on content and corresponding solutions. Over 170 professionals work in this area each in the practice that best suits their expertise and interests.

Ready for the next step in your career Were happy to guide you in the right direction with offices in nearly 30 countries we can take you places youve never been before. Prefer to grow internally Thats possible too. We encourage you to keep challenging yourself and become the best version of who you are.

At Sopra Steria we ensure you can do your job with joy and balance. Thats why we offer an attractive and flexible employment benefits package:

• A permanent contract and a gross monthly salary between 3000 and 6000 (based on 40 hours per week). The exact amount depends on your experience and the role;
• 8% holiday allowance;
• A generous mobility budget including options such as an electric lease car with an NS Business Card a lease bike or alternative transportation that best suits your travel needs;
• 8% profit sharing on target (or a fixed OTB amount depending on the role);
• 27 paid vacation days;
• A flex benefits budget of 1800 per year plus an additional percentage of your salary. This can be used for things like purchasing extra vacation days or contributing more to your pension;
• A home office setup with a laptop phone and a monthly internet allowance;
• Hybrid working: from home or at the office depending on what works best for you;
• Development opportunities through training knowledge-sharing sessions and inspiring (networking) events;
• Social activities with colleagues from casual drinks to sports and content-driven outings;
• A flexible pension scheme with customizable contributions tailored to your needs;
• Option to participate in a collective health insurance plan.

Does this job sound like a match for you Ready to help shape the world with us Fantastic! Were already looking forward to receiving your application.

Sopra Steria is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age ancestry nationality color family or medical leave gender identity or expression genetic information immigration status marital status medical condition national origin physical or mental disability political affiliation protected veteran or military status race ethnicity religion gender (including pregnancy) sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by applicable local laws regulations and ordinances. We foster a work environment that is inclusive and respectful of all differences.

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Contract