Are you a young, tech-savvy Nigerian graduate looking to break into the elite financial technology sector? The First Bank of Nigeria Limited (FirstBank) Technology Academy Programme has rolled out its nationwide call for applications, presenting a premier career-launching pad for tech talents.
As modern banking shifts aggressively toward digital transformation, cloud infrastructure, and data-driven solutions, financial institutions are locked in a race for top-tier digital talent. FirstBank’s Technology Academy is designed to bridge this gap, scouting for brilliant minds to build the future of African banking.
The initiative acts as an intensive talent-development pipeline. It is structured to transition high-potential STEM graduates into core technology professionals. Successful candidates will experience practical, hands-on training, expert mentorship, and deep exposure to the inner workings of an institutional digital ecosystem.
Key Areas of Exposure & Specialization:
Participants will get an opportunity to dive deep into specialized tracks critical to modern financial services:
Software Engineering: Building, testing, and scaling mobile apps, robust APIs, and core digital platforms.
Application Support & Development: Troubleshooting enterprise architecture, continuous systems improvement, and workflow optimization.
Cybersecurity: Securing massive volumes of financial data, safeguarding digital transactions, and defending infrastructure against dynamic cyber threats.
Infrastructure Services: Managing the backend computing framework, networks, and cloud/physical systems operations.
Data Science & Analytics: Leveraging data insights to guide executive decision-making, optimize risk management, and predict consumer behavior.
What’s in it for you? (Perks & Benefits)
Beyond the invaluable technical skills, the academy offers robust incentives to keep participants focused and motivated:
Competitive Monthly Stipend: Financial backing to sustain you throughout the training phase.
Hands-on Digital Training: Direct mentorship from industry veterans and seasoned enterprise IT leaders.
Career Pipeline: A solid pathway toward permanent career placement and progression within FirstBank’s technology ecosystem.
Eligibility Criteria: Who Can Apply?
To qualify for consideration under this nationwide recruitment, applicants must tick the following boxes:
Academic Background: A degree (minimum of Second Class Upper / 2:1 or its equivalent) in computer science, engineering, information technology, information systems, mathematics, statistics, physics, or a closely related STEM discipline.
National Service: Must have completed the mandatory National Youth Service Corps (NYSC) or possess a valid Exemption Certificate.
Core Competencies: Exceptional analytical thinking, strong problem-solving capabilities, and a demonstrable hunger for continuous learning and innovation.
How to Apply
Given the competitive nature of graduate tech programs in Nigeria—with tech-focused graduate trainee roles drawing massive interest—prospective candidates are advised to prepare well-tailored CVs highlighting their academic foundations, coding projects, or relevant tech portfolios.
Visit the official FirstBank Careers Portal / Oracle Cloud recruitment page.
Search for Job Identification 1829 (2026 Technology Academy Programme).
Fill out the application form accurately, attaching your academic credentials and updated resume.
Note: Ensure all details are correctly inputted before the portal closure.
Interested and qualified individuals should APPLY HERE
