Lead Backend Engineer (Java/Cloud), Vice President
Core
Strategic Lead Backend Engineer driving architecture, design reviews, and long-term technology strategy for large-scale enterprise systems at a global bank.
Role type
Senior IC Lead Backend Engineer (Java/Cloud) with strategic oversight
Builds
Enterprise digital architecture, Next Gen Architecture (NGA) platforms, and Plan of Record (POR) projects
Domain
Financial Services / Enterprise Cloud Architecture
Deliverable
production ML models | product features | infrastructure
Required skills
Java, Cloud platforms (AWS, PCF, Akamai), Distributed systems, Microservices, CI/CD automation, System design, Risk assessment, Agile/Scrum, Mentoring
Preferred skills
Master's degree, Financial industry knowledge, Advanced algorithms and data structures
Technologies
Java, AWS, PCF, Akamai, Microservices, CI/CD pipelines
Responsibilities
Lead design reviews and code reviews for NGA and POR projects; Define long-term architectural strategies and best practices; Mentor SDEs and guide teams on resource-efficient system development; Assess technical risks and drive smart trade-off decisions; Communicate architectural guidance aligned with CTO guidelines; Drive adoption of design patterns and continuous improvement initiatives.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with strategic influence