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The IDB Group is a community of diverse, versatile, and passionate people who come together on a journey to improve lives in Latin America and the Caribbean. Our people find purpose and do what they love in an inclusive, collaborative, agile, and rewarding environment.

About this position

We are looking for a skilled, proactive, and detail-oriented Senior IT Systems & Cloud Solutions Associate. As IT Senior Associate, you will design, develop, and maintain robust information systems, ensure seamless integration of digital solutions, enhance system performance, and provide technical support to optimize business processes across the Office of the Secretary and its key stakeholders.

You will work in the Information Systems and Digital Innovation section (SEC/ISD), part of the Office of the Secretary (SEC) department. This team designs, develops, and maintains information systems supporting the business processes of all the sections within the Office of the Secretary and its main clients, as well as the information systems used during the Annual Meetings of the IDB and IDB Invest Boards of Governors, and manages and maintains the required technology infrastructure.

What you’ll do

• Lead the design, modernization, and operation of business‑critical information systems supporting SEC operations and the Annual Meetings.
• Translate business requirements into secure, scalable, and resilient technical solutions aligned with enterprise architecture standards.
• Lead moderate‑complexity IT initiatives from planning through implementation, managing scope, risks, dependencies, and deliverables.
• Oversee cloud and on‑premise environments (Azure, AWS, networking, servers), including configuration, optimization, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Define and promote best practices in software development, CI/CD, cloud architecture, automation, and infrastructure management.
• Serve as the technical lead for infrastructure planning and execution during Annual Meetings and other major institutional events.
• Ensure compliance with institutional security policies, data governance standards, and quality assurance frameworks.
• Perform root‑cause analysis of incidents and implement corrective and preventive measures to improve system reliability and performance.
• Advise internal stakeholders on technology options, innovations, and process improvements to enhance efficiency and service delivery.
• Provide technical guidance, documentation, and knowledge transfer to support junior staff and ensure continuity of systems.

What you'll need

• Education: Master’s degree (or equivalent advanced degree) in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering, or other fields relevant to the responsibilities of the role.
• Experience: At least 3 years (5 preferred) of progressively responsible experience in information technology, with demonstrated involvement in systems design, cloud environments, and application or infrastructure modernization.
• The ideal candidate will have:
  • Hands‑on experience with cloud platforms (Azure and AWS), including infrastructure and service design.
  • Proven expertise in CI/CD pipelines, DevOps practices, and automation.
  • Working knowledge of SQL Server, MongoDB, and secure data management.
  • Solid understanding of networking fundamentals (LAN/WAN, connectivity).
  • Experience designing scalable, resilient, and secure solutions.
  • Familiarity with IT governance, change management, and compliance frameworks.
• Languages: Proficiency in Spanish and English, spoken and written, is required. Additional knowledge of French and Portuguese is preferable.

Requirements

Citizenship:You are a citizen of one of our 48-member countries. We may offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your eligible dependents.

Consanguinity: You have no family members (up to the fourth degree of consanguinity and second degree of affinity, including spouse) working at the IDB, IDB Invest, or IDB Lab.

Type of contract and duration

International staff contract, 36 months initially, renewable upon mutual agreement.

What we offer

The IDB Group provides benefits that respond to the different needs and moments of an employee’s life. These benefits include:

• A competitive compensation package, including an annual base salary expressed on a net-of-tax basis.
• Leaves and vacations: 24 days of paid time off + 8 personal days + sick leave + gender-neutral parental leave.
• Health Insurance: IDB Group provides employees and eligible dependents with a robust medical benefits program that covers medical, dental, vision, preventive care, and prescription drugs.
• Pension plan: defined benefit pension plan that provides financial security and support employees in planning for their future.
• We offer assistance with relocation and visa applications for you and your family when it applies.
• On-site position with the occasional flexibility of teleworking.
• Health and well-being: Access to our Health Services Center that provides preventive care and health education for employees.
• Development support: We offer tools to boost your professional profile, such as mentoring, 1:1 professional counseling, training and learning opportunities, language classes, mobility options, among others.
• Other office amenities (as available): Lactation Room, Daycare Center, Gym, Bike Racks, Parking, spouse career support, and others.

Our culture

At the IDB, we work so everyone brings their best and authentic selves to work while finding their purpose. Our people consistently strive for excellence, and we recognize and celebrate the impact of their contributions.

In our efforts to drive innovation, we intentionally include all voices, cultivate a sense of belonging and champion fairness. We welcome individuals from underrepresented groups to join us and share their unique perspectives.

We ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the job interview process. If you require an accommodation to complete this application, please email us at accommodations@iadb.org.