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BSF is pleased to announce the launch of a comprehensive 18-month IT & Cyber Security development program for fresh graduates, in collaboration with AstroLabs.

This program focuses on giving participants core and specialized technical skills along specific workstreams. Participants will pair classroom learning with mentorship and on the job learning, including a professional certification that will enhance your qualifications in the industry.

The program is designed to create a clear path for fresh graduates to follow and specialize in depending on their skills within each persona. The program will take place within the premises of AstroLabs & BSF providing participants with a unique opportunity to learn and grow within a corporate IT & Cyber Security environment.

The Banker Technologist Program will enable our participants with the skills and knowledge required to succeed in their future roles, while receiving continuous support and guidance from the BSF team.

About the Program

This is an 18 month program in Riyadh. After the program is over, participants will be given full time employment at BSF.  

 

Targeted Majors

This program will accept applicants with the following majors:

  • Computer Science
  •  Information Technology
  • Software Engineering
  • Cyber Security
  • or similar majors in technology field

Targeted Roles

When applying for this program, participants can choose from among the following targeted roles:

  • System Admin & Operations
    This role involves working on System Administration and Operations for Applications, User Support, Storage, Infrastructure, and General Admin.

  • GRC (Governance Risk & Compliance): ERP (Enterprise Resource Planning) / Enterprise systems
    This role will involve working with online banking standards and international compliance, as well as with Enterprise Systems (including Oracle Banking Platforms & Databases, Fusion Cloud Banking and Microsoft Azure).

  • Core Banking: Cards & Payments
    This role will be working on core banking functionality, mainly with cards (virtual & physical) and payments, which include Loans, Tapless payments (MADA, Apple Pay, Google pay etc.), Sadad, Buy Now Pay Later and other innovative payment methods.

  • Data
    This role involves working across all levels of the data pipeline, including data management, data modeling, BI & Analytics, Data Science, DBA, Governance and Tooling.

  • IT Security / Cybersecurity
    This role will involve working alongside the cybersecurity team, to ensure that all BSF applications and systems are secure

  • Business Associate
    This role will involve being the bridge between the business units (personal & wholesale banking) and the IT team. This hybrid role will require understanding the software development lifecycle, as well as how data and banking functions can all work together. 

 

Requirements

The following are the requirements for applying to this program.


Criteria

  • Saudi National

  • Graduated from top Saudi or international university.

  • Based in or willing to relocate to Riyadh.

  • Excellent English proficiency level, and
    strong soft skills.

  • Basic knowledge level in technical skills such as UX, HTML, Frontend Project, Backend or Fullstack Project (Java or JavaScript), working with SQL databases, Network projects experience, or CCNA, CCNP, or CCIA certification.


Application Process

The application process will have the following stages:
  1. Apply on this form below.
  2. Shortlisted candidates will be interviewed and given a technical assessment to complete.
  3. Final candidates will be accepted on a rolling basis until the 13th of March 2025 (the earlier you apply, the higher your chances are to be accepted).

Program Schedule

  • January 12, 2025 - Applications Open

  • January 20, 2025 - Interviews & Technical Assessments Start

  • February 28, 2025 - Interviews & Technical Assessments End

  • March 13, 2025 - Final Selection Made

  • April 20, 2025 - Program Begins*

*If accepted, you agree to attend the full program in Riyadh from April 20, 2025 and receive employment from BSF (more details will be shared in the interview stage). 

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at: academy@astrolabs.com 

We look forward to receiving your application!


APPLICATIONS ARE NOW OPEN

Phone Number*
You must have at least a relevant Undergraduate / Bachelor's degree in a relevant tech field (Computer Science, Computer Engineering, IT, MIS etc.)

Targeted Role

Which of the following targeted roles would you be interested in applying for? 

(see more details on each role earlier on this page)

*
If accepted you will be given projects under that role and hired for a role in that field (this will be discussed in more detail in your interview call).

Let us know what makes you interested in applying to this program and why you would be a great candidate. Please include information on projects you worked on that are relevant for this application.

You may also include a link to a video personal statement if you like. 

Inclusivity

BSF is building an inclusive team, and encourages anyone with disabilities or special needs to apply to this program.