I'm Marcos Brandino de Lara, a software developer with years of experience focusing on C#, cloud development, Docker, and databases. I work across Payments NZ and Australia, delivering solutions domestically and internationally while keeping a strong eye on financial crime prevention and AML compliance. I have hands-on experience with SWIFT ISO migrations and deep knowledge of ACI MTS systems. My background spans software development, system management, and mission-critical applications, enabling me to support financial institutions across Australia and New Zealand.

Marcos Brandino de Lara

I'm Marcos Brandino de Lara, a software developer with years of experience focusing on C#, cloud development, Docker, and databases. I work across Payments NZ and Australia, delivering solutions domestically and internationally while keeping a strong eye on financial crime prevention and AML compliance. I have hands-on experience with SWIFT ISO migrations and deep knowledge of ACI MTS systems. My background spans software development, system management, and mission-critical applications, enabling me to support financial institutions across Australia and New Zealand.

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I’m Marcos Brandino de Lara, a software developer with years of experience focusing on C#, cloud development, Docker, and databases. I work across Payments NZ and Australia, delivering solutions domestically and internationally while keeping a strong eye on financial crime prevention and AML compliance.

I have hands-on experience with SWIFT ISO migrations and deep knowledge of ACI MTS systems. My background spans software development, system management, and mission-critical applications, enabling me to support financial institutions across Australia and New Zealand.

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Language

English
Fluent
Portuguese
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Work Experience

Principal Technical Consultant at ACI Worldwide
December 1, 2024 - October 18, 2025
Customer support for the MTS application, manage JIRA cases, reproduce issues, implement fixes, and present solutions to customers and colleagues. Migrated SWIFT FIN messages to ISO20022. Expert in MTS with AML/compliance knowledge; supported financial institutions across Australia and New Zealand; worked with Java, Cobol, shell script, and databases (PostgreSQL, Oracle).
Senior Software Engineer at ASB Bank
March 1, 2022 - October 18, 2025
Developed and maintained software using C#, .NET Core, Perl, PHP, HTML, JavaScript, jQuery, XML, MSSQL, Oracle/PL/SQL, Ansible Scripts, and Azure Pipelines. Fraud prevention, AML & sanctions compliance, API development for data enrichment, core payment systems maintenance (SBI, MTS, SWIFT, NZCLEAR). Implemented cloud and monitoring solutions, on-call support, and mentorship for new team members.
Software Engineer at Monitor Bus. Machines Ltd
August 1, 2013 - October 18, 2025
Software development and maintenance; implemented payment gateways (PayPal, POLI, OneStop); SSO with PHP and email integration; system migrations and improvements; bug fixes and project coordination.
Software Developer at GetNet/Santander
March 1, 2011 - October 18, 2025
Led a software development team; EFTPOS applications; BASE24-based solutions for card processing; developed a web-based system status tool for transaction monitoring; contributed to significant transaction processing improvements.
Software Developer at Tecban Banking Technology
December 1, 2007 - October 18, 2025
Team leadership; software development in C/C++, Java, SQL; Shell Script; Unix, Linux, and Windows Server environments.
System Support / Software Developer at EDS Electronic Data Systems
December 1, 2005 - October 18, 2025
Delivered and supported systems in production; developed software in C/C++, Java, Perl, COBOL, VB, SQL; Shell Script, AWK; contributed to cross-platform reliability.
Consultant and Software Developer at Redecard S/A
December 1, 2004 - October 18, 2025
Led a team developing software with CMM practices; EFTPOS product testing and certification for Maestro and MasterCard; developed an online monitoring system for electronic transactions; created initial test plans for software quality improvements.

Education

Diploma in Computing at National Technology Institute, NZ
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025
Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science at Santa Cecilia University
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025

Qualifications

Certification / License
January 11, 2030 - October 18, 2025

Industry Experience

Financial Services, Software & Internet, Professional Services, Media & Entertainment, Other

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