Senior Software Engineer

We are seeking experienced Senior Software Engineer who can independently lead end-to-end implementation of enterprise-scale risk platforms for banking clients. This role requires a hands-on leader who combines solution architecture capability, strong delivery governance, and customer-facing leadership to drive successful project execution from pre-sales through go-live and stabilization. You are expected to own the technical delivery outcome, not just coordinate—covering solution design, integration architecture, implementation strategy, and production readiness. Key Responsibilities1. End-to-End Technical Delivery Ownership

• Lead full lifecycle delivery: solution design → implementation → integration → UAT → go-live → stabilization
• Act as the technical authority for customer projects, ensuring scalable and production-ready solutions
• Drive on-time, on-quality delivery under complex, multi-stakeholder environments (client IT, vendors, partners)2. Solution & Architecture Design
• Translate business requirements into end-to-end technical solutions
• Design architectures across:o Risk decision engines and rule systemso Data integration (batch/real-time APIs, streaming)o Distributed systems (Kafka, Redis, ES, etc.)o On-premise / private cloud / hybrid deployments
• Define high availability, performance, and security architecture aligned with banking standards3. Implementation & Integration Leadership
• Lead integration with client systems: core banking, LOS, payment systems, data platforms
• Define data models, API contracts, and system interaction patterns
• Guide teams on customization vs. standard product usage, ensuring maintainability and scalability4. Customer Engagement & Stakeholder Management
• Act as primary technical interface to client architects, CIO teams, and delivery partners
• Drive technical workshops, architecture reviews, and design approvals
• Manage expectations and resolve complex technical escalations5. Delivery Governance & Risk Control
• Establish delivery plans, milestones, and technical checkpoints
• Identify and mitigate risks in performance, scalability, and integration complexity
• Ensure production readiness, including deployment, rollback, monitoring, and support handover6. Post-Go-Live & Continuous Improvement
• Support stabilization phase and critical issue resolution
• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and system optimization
• Contribute to delivery best practices, reusable architectures, and standardization

Required

Qualifications

Experience

• 8-15+ years in enterprise software delivery / system integration
• Proven experience delivering banking or financial systems (risk, fraud, credit, payments, or core systems)
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale implementation projects independently

Technical Expertise

• Strong architecture experience in:o Distributed systems and microserviceso API design (REST/gRPC)o Data processing (real-time & batch)
• Familiar with technologies such as:o Kafka / MQ, Redis, Elasticsearcho Relational & NoSQL databaseso Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP) and on-prem deployments
• Solid understanding of:o System integration patternso High availability & scalability designo Security and compliance in banking environments

Delivery & Leadership

• Strong project execution capability with clear ownership mindset
• Ability to manage cross-functional and cross-cultural teams
• Excellent problem-solving and escalation handling skills

Communication

• Strong client-facing communication skills
• Ability to engage with senior stakeholders (Architects, CIO, CTO)
• Fluent in English (additional local language is a plus)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in risk control, anti-fraud, or decision engine platforms
• Background in consulting firms or SI companies
• Familiarity with regulatory and compliance requirements in Southeast Asia banking
• Experience working in multi-country delivery environments