BASE24 Engineer

Fractal Analytics is a strategic AI partner to Fortune 500 companies with a vision to power every human decision in the enterprise. Fractal is building a world where individual choices, freedom, and diversity are the greatest assets. An ecosystem where human imagination is at the heart of every decision. Where no possibility is written off, only challenged to get better. We believe that a true Fractalite is one who empowers imagination with intelligence. And that it will be such Fractalites that will continue to build the company for the next 100 years. Role Overview Our clients are seeking experienced BASE24 Engineers to join their team on an initial 12-month contract. This role involves designing, maintaining, and enhancing secure, scalable transaction processing systems. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in Base24 Architecture, transaction processing, and HP NonStop systems, along with a demonstrated ability to troubleshoot, optimize, and implement complex financial systems. You will be required to complete a skills matrix as part of the evaluation process. The matrix includes a self-assessment (scoring from 1 to 5) and a detailed description of proficiency for each skill listed. Role Responsibilities Specialize in managing and maintaining the Base24 platform, a mission-critical software system commonly used by financial institutions for transaction processing. Work revolves around ensuring the seamless processing of electronic transactions, such as ATM withdrawals, point-of-sale (POS) payments, and card authorizations. Below are your key responsibilities: System Design and Configuration: Design, implement, and maintain Base24 systems to handle high-volume transaction processing. Configure Base24 components, such as transaction routing and ATM/POS interfaces. Transaction Processing: Work with ISO8583 messaging standards for communication between systems. Ensure smooth integration of ATM, POS, and switch networks for card payments. Maintenance and Troubleshooting: Monitor and optimize system performance on HP NonStop (Tandem) systems. Diagnose and resolve issues in transaction processing, device handlers, and network communication. Programming and Development: Develop and debug software using programming languages like TACL, Cobol, C/C++, and Java. Modify existing systems or create custom solutions to meet business requirements. Security and Compliance: Implement encryption, fraud prevention, and data security protocols. Adhere to compliance frameworks for financial systems. Testing and Implementation: Test transaction flows using simulators (e.g., Iliad, Paragon). Deploy updates, patches, and enhancements to production environments. Qualifications Technical expertise: Deep knowledge of Base24 architecture, HP NonStop systems, and transaction processing standards like ISO8583. Financial systems familiarity: Experience with card payment interfaces, authorization systems, and regulatory compliance. Problem-solving: Strong debugging skills to identify and fix real-time transaction errors. Programming: Proficiency in system-level programming and scripting for custom solutions.

Location: Swindon, GB

Posted Date: 1/21/2025