Expert Software Engineer

Job description

# **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. **General Profile** •  Requires specialized depth and/or breadth of expertise in own job discipline – typically considered as a product subject matter expert within area of technical specialty •  Leads others to solve complex problems; uses sophisticated analytical thought to exercise judgement and identify innovative solutions •  Works independently, with guidance in only the most complex situations •  May lead significant project teams; uses specialized skill sets to work on assignment with high levels of risk or complexity •  Impacts the achievement of client, operational, project or service objectives **Functional Knowledge** •  Requires depth and/or breadth of expertise in own technical job discipline  •  Has a wide-range of experiences and advanced technical skills **Business Expertise** •  Interprets internal/external business challenges and recommends design solutions or best practices to improve products, processes or services •  Is regularly consulted for subject matter advice within technical specialty **Leadership** •  Leads one or more technical projects with moderate resource requirements, risk, and/or complexity OR  •  Provides technical thought leadership, strategy, and advice specific to an area of focus, such as a product line or a defined network or group of applications •  Acts as consultant on business issues **Problem Solving** •  Works on complex issues where analysis of situations or data requires an in-depth evaluation. Uses judgement to select evaluation criteria and identify innovative solutions •  Requires interaction with broader range of stakeholders with client and business impact •  Leads sophisticated root cause analysis **Impact** •  Impacts the achievement of client, operational, project or service objectives; work is guided by business segment/functional objectives •  Impacts product customization or an aspect of the product roadmap (i.e., release management) **Interpersonal Skills** •  Communicates difficult or complex concepts and negotiates with others to adopt a different point of view •  Anticipates potential customer objections and persuades others •  Manages relationships with vendors •  May facilitate aspects of key client engagements  **Responsibilities & Deliverables:** - Produce software that meets pre-defined requirements and quality standards. - Design, develop and implement high-quality, testable code and oversees team members performing these functions. - Produce detailed specifications in addition to supporting, maintaining and documenting software functionality. - Work and lead others to adhere to defined project plans and timescales in a fast paced environment. - Make independent decisions and provide guidance on the technologies and approaches to be used for each task. - Participate in detailed system design and architecture discussions to determine technical requirements. - Work with internal stakeholders to understand and resolve software problems independently without supervision. - Participate in the conception, design and implementation of modern web-applications for financial messaging. - Support and develop junior/mid-level engineers and be an active team player in an Agile development environment.   **Required Experience:** - Education to degree level in Computer Science or other technical related field. - The ideal candidate should typically have 6+ years professional experience in software development, or equivalent capabilities. - Proficiency in the key technologies used; Python, Django, JavaScript (jQuery, Vue.js), MySQL, Linux, SVN. - Ability to work as a full stack developer using a range of technologies; proficient with front end languages (HTML, CSS). - Excellent knowledge and implementation of software development best practices, methodologies, processes and tools. - Excellent technical, analytical and problem solving skills with the ability to lead others to effect problem resolution. - Effective leadership, organizational, communication and reporting skills with attention to detail. - Nice to have experience with payment systems or banking/financial services domain experience. 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 stand for: **Flexibility:** Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave. **Well‑being:** Access confidential one‑to‑one support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive—inside and outside of work. **Health & Financial Security:** Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.\\* **Sustainability:** Paid time off for volunteering and donation‑matching opportunities to support causes that matter to you. **Inclusion:** Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastra—open to everyone who wants to participate and contribute. **Career Development:** Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool. **Recognition:** Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture