Premier Switch Solutions S.C. announces a Principal Payment Application Officer job vacancy in Ethiopia for 2026 within electronic payment processing operations.
This role is professionally valuable for senior ICT and payment systems specialists seeking advanced responsibility in Ethiopia’s financial technology and electronic payments sector. The position offers deep exposure to payment switches, instant payment systems, and P2P platforms operating under strict security and compliance standards. Candidates will strengthen expertise in system integration, application governance, PCI DSS compliance, capacity planning, and high-availability environments while leading technical teams and supporting mission-critical payment infrastructure used by financial institutions nationwide.
Premier Switch Solutions S.C. Job Vacancy 2026 – Ethiopia
About the Organization
Premier Switch Solutions S.C. operates electronic payment processing infrastructure, supporting banks with shared-switch technology for ATM, POS, mobile banking, e-commerce, and card transaction clearing services.
Available Job Positions
- Principal Payment Application OfficerEmployment Type: Not specifiedKey Responsibilities / Job Duties:
- Implement strategic direction for payment applications and related platforms
- Design, configure, install, and integrate payment systems and applications
- Manage P2P and Instant Payment Systems operations
- Ensure compliance with PCI DSS and relevant security standards
- Maintain high system availability, performance, and reliability
- Provide application support and manage incidents, interruptions, and system issues
- Coordinate with vendors to resolve application defects and enhancements
- Lead system maintenance, upgrades, migrations, and capacity planning
- Manage user access privileges and monitor access controls
- Perform system backup, restoration, archiving, and retention procedures
- Validate reports, monitor performance metrics, and prepare periodic reports
- Research emerging payment technologies and support new product development
- Train, coach, and mentor staff within the department
Qualifications & Experience:- Bachelor’s degree in ICT, Computer Science, Information Systems, Computer Engineering, or a related field
- Minimum of 7 years relevant experience, including at least 2 years in a senior officer role
- Proven experience with P2P, IPS, payment switches, payment gateways, or core banking systems
- Strong knowledge of payment system operations, security standards, and system integration
Salary & Benefits:- Salary based on company scale with an attractive benefits package
How to Apply
Interested applicants who meet the stated qualifications should submit an updated CV and copies of relevant documents within seven (7) days of the announcement.
Email: pss.hr@pss-ethiopia.com
Please clearly indicate the position title in the subject line of the email.
Application Deadline: January 30, 2026
Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.