Lead Systems Analyst; ACH​/Digital

Overview

Navy Federal Credit Union currently does not provide sponsorship for this role. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for current or future sponsorship.

To coordinate and conduct the most complex system analyses, feasibility studies and implementation studies of potential computer applications to determine the advisability and profitability of adapting complex EDP techniques to Navy Federal functional areas. Plan, coordinate and organize projects and project teams. Oversee full lifecycle project implementation and exercise full technical knowledge of all phases of applications systems analysis. Act as supervisor in the incumbent's absence.

Information Session:
Thursday, January 15, 2026, 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET. Join here.

• Design and document complex technical solutions to functional systems requirements including feasibility evaluation, technical architecture, logical data models, system processes, programs and modules, testing and conversion procedures, and detailed design function specifications, and program specifications
• Direct and develop cross departmental and highly visible complex projects and assign tasks
• May review and approve work of staff and ensure adherence to user requirements and department standards
• May provide input to supervisor concerning performance evaluations of section members
• Provide technical advice and guidance to team members, stay on top of emerging technology trends
• Design, build, and implement programs based on detailed specifications
• Provide expert consulting and support services to internal customers
• Interact with customers to identify and document functional requirements including descriptions of business functions, input and output descriptions, procedural flows, data elements, performance criteria, and security and control requirements
• Analyze and revise the most complex existing system logic difficulties
• Determine application modifications, additions, and/or configuration codes; test and document program modules
• May develop, test, and implement task plans
• Develop and implement data verification methods and standard system procedures
• Review specifications for the development of program modules for accuracy and content to ensure consistency with department standards and corporate objectives
• Plan, coordinate, and organize coding, testing, documentation, and implementation of program modules, applications and supporting procedures for automated systems
• Report application flexibility and scalability to management; develop project plans and provide information to leadership to assist in setting priorities
• Lead, guide, and mentor lower level team members
• Perform other duties as assigned

• Extensive experience with advanced knowledge of sophisticated programming languages and system technologies
• Extensive experience with advanced knowledge of systems analysis and design techniques in program development
• Demonstrated ability to apply structured programming, design, and analysis techniques
• Significant experience in full lifecycle project planning and management to include planning, testing, implementing and problem solving in a large, complex Information Systems environment
• Ability to exercise initiative, good judgment, and make sound decisions
• Demonstrate the ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities effectively
• Advanced organizational, planning, analytical, and problem solving skills
• Advanced interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Effective word processing and spreadsheet software skills
• Effective database and presentation software skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience

• Working knowledge of Navy Federal's functions, philosophy, operations, systems, and organizational objectives
• Master's Degree in Computer Science or the equivalent combination of education, training, or experience
• Experience in Automated Clearing House (ACH) processes, cloud technologies, and/or Azure Dev Ops (ADO)

Monday - Friday, 8:00AM - 4:30PM (Employee may be required to work outside normal working hours to provide technical support during deployment efforts)

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