5 Available Roles at Paystack Microfinance Bank
Job Description
Applications are invited from interested and qualified candidates to apply for the latest vacancies at Paystack Microfinance Bank (Paystack MFB). Launched in January 2026 following Paystack’s acquisition of Ladder Microfinance Bank, Paystack MFB operates as a fully regulated banking entity within the Paystack ecosystem. The bank offers employees the opportunity to build banking-as-a-service (BaaS) infrastructure from the ground up in a tech-driven, hybrid work environment.
Compliance Operations Specialist
Specifications
- Full Time
- Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Category: Finance Jobs
Description
Responsible for ensuring day-to-day banking operations comply with CBN and NDIC regulations while supporting a smooth customer experience. This role covers deposit-taking, account operations, KYC/CDD, transaction monitoring, and regulatory reporting.
Key Responsibilities
- Account opening and maintenance (KYC/CDD)
- Monitor transactions for unusual activity and escalate suspicious flows
- Conduct sanctions and PEP screening
- Support regulatory reporting (e.g., e-FASS, NFIU STRs/SARs)
- Investigate and resolve fraud and disputes
- Maintain audit readiness and compliance with banking regulations
- Collaborate with Product Managers to ensure new banking features are compliant
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum 3 years’ experience in compliance or internal controls within banking or digital finance
- Strong knowledge of BOFIA (2020) and CBN regulations
- Experience with core banking systems and compliance software (SQL experience advantageous)
- Professional certifications such as ACAMS or ICA are a plus
Benefits
Competitive salary, comprehensive medical cover, parental leave, and growth opportunities
APPLY HERE: Compliance Operations Specialist
Senior Credit Risk & Operations Specialist
Specifications
- Full Time
- Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Location: Lagos, Nigeria
- Category: Finance Jobs
Description
Builds and manages the bank’s credit operations from risk policy and underwriting to portfolio monitoring, collections, and recovery. Focused on business lending, the role emphasizes tech-first, automated processes.
Key Responsibilities
- Develop credit risk frameworks and policies aligned with CBN guidelines
- Assess financial health of businesses and make data-driven credit decisions
- Monitor portfolio metrics (PAR, NPLs) and generate risk reports
- Embed risk controls into lending workflows
- Design and oversee collections and recovery strategies
Qualifications and Requirements
- Minimum 5 years’ experience in credit risk or lending operations
- Knowledge of CBN guidelines, AML/KYC, and risk frameworks
- Proficiency in Excel; familiarity with SQL or Python is a bonus
- Bachelor’s required; Master’s or professional certification (CIBN, ICAN, ACCA, CFA) preferred
APPLY HERE: Senior Credit Risk & Operations Specialist
Senior Backend Engineer
Specifications
- Full Time | Hybrid (2 days/week in Lagos office)
- Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Category: Tech Jobs
Description
Designs and operates core backend systems for onboarding, accounts, transactions, lending, and internal operational tools. Ensures systems are scalable, observable, secure, and compliant with regulations.
Key Responsibilities
- Build, deploy, and maintain backend services across core banking domains
- Translate regulatory and business requirements into system designs
- Improve system observability, monitoring, and incident response
- Mentor engineers and participate in hiring decisions
Qualifications and Requirements
- 6+ years’ experience in backend development
- Proficiency in JavaScript, TypeScript, Python, or Go (TypeScript preferred)
- Experience with AWS, Docker, Kubernetes, REST APIs, and microservices
- Familiarity with core banking concepts and regulated environments
APPLY HERE: Senior Backend Engineer
Senior Frontend Engineer
Specifications
- Full Time | Hybrid (2 days/week in Lagos office)
- Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Category: Tech Jobs
Description
Focuses on building secure, user-friendly frontend interfaces for banking, payments, onboarding, and operational tools. Collaborates with product, design, backend, and compliance teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Implement and maintain frontend features for banking products
- Ensure interfaces meet security, performance, accessibility, and regulatory standards
- Debug, test, and optimize frontend applications
- Participate in code reviews and technical discussions
Qualifications and Requirements
- 6+ years of frontend experience, advanced React and TypeScript
- Expertise in build tools, deployment automation, and frontend optimization
- Experience with automated testing (Cypress, Playwright)
- Strong product thinking, user experience focus, and secure coding knowledge
APPLY HERE: Senior Frontend Engineer
Senior Product Manager
Specifications
- Full Time | Hybrid (2 days/week in Lagos office)
- Required Qualifications: BA/BSC/HND
- Category: Product Management Jobs
Description
Responsible for building and scaling core banking products. Translates operational, regulatory, and customer requirements into deliverable product features. Collaborates with Engineering, Design, Operations, Compliance, and Risk teams.
Key Responsibilities
- Own product discovery, definition, and delivery for onboarding, accounts, payments, and lending
- Maintain and prioritize product backlog
- Ensure products meet regulatory and operational requirements
- Use customer and operational data to drive iterative improvements
Qualifications and Requirements
- 6+ years in product management, ideally in fintech or regulated financial services
- Strong execution skills, hands-on approach, and ability to work with cross-functional teams
- Data-informed decision-making mindset and clear communication skills
Benefits
Competitive salaries, comprehensive medical cover, fully paid parental leave, and opportunities for leadership responsibility within a rapidly growing financial institution
