Who are we?

At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

What will you contribute?

As part of Finastra’s AI COE, we are seeking Engineering Leads to oversee engineering pods to successfully embed AI capabilities into Trade Innovation (TI).

Responsibilities & Deliverables

Your deliverables as an Engineering Lead will include, but are not limited to, the following:
Lead and manage a cross-functional engineering team including front-end, back-end, AI engineers, and DevOps specialists
Partner closely with the TI Product Owner to translate product vision and requirements into technical solutions
Oversee the design, development, and deployment of AI-enabled features for TI products
Establish engineering standards, best practices, and quality benchmarks for the delivery pod
Ensure technical excellence across all aspects of development including code quality, testing, and documentation
Manage sprint execution, technical planning, and resource allocation across the engineering team
Drive architectural decisions and technical strategy for AI integrations into LoanIQ products
Foster collaboration and knowledge sharing across front-end, back-end, AI, and DevOps disciplines
Remove technical blockers and resolve dependencies that impact team productivity and delivery
Establish and maintain CI/CD pipelines, deployment processes, and DevOps practices
Monitor system performance, reliability, and scalability, implementing improvements as needed
Mentor and develop engineering talent, providing technical guidance and career development support
Ensure engineering solutions meet security, compliance, and governance requirements
Collaborate with architecture and infrastructure teams to leverage shared platforms and services
Drive continuous improvement in engineering processes, tools, and team capabilities
Manage technical debt and balance feature delivery with platform stability and maintainability

Required Skills & Experience :8+Yrs

Understanding of TI domains
Strong technical leadership experience managing cross-functional engineering teams
Proven track record of delivering complex software solutions
Deep understanding of full-stack development including front-end, back-end, and infrastructure
Experience with AI/ML engineering including model integration, deployment, and monitoring
Strong knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, and cloud infrastructure
Expertise in modern software development methodologies including agile and lean practices
Demonstrated ability to partner effectively with product owners and translate requirements into technical solutions
Experience leading teams through the complete software development lifecycle
Strong technical skills with hands-on experience in software architecture and design
Excellent communication skills with ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
Track record of building high-performing, collaborative engineering teams
Experience with microservices architecture, APIs, and cloud-native development
Strong problem-solving abilities with focus on pragmatic, scalable solutions
Understanding of software quality practices including testing, code reviews, and technical documentation

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide. These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:

·       Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.

·       Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.

·       Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*

·       Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.

·       DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).

·       Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.

·       Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.

*Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!