Solution Architect

Location: Hyderabad/ Pune

What do we do?

As a pioneer for digital transformation GFT develops sustainable solutions across new technologies – from cloud engineering and artificial intelligence to blockchain/DLT. With its deep technological expertise, strong partnerships, and comprehensive market know-how GFT offers advice to the financial and insurance sectors, as well as in the manufacturing industry. Through the intelligent use of IT solutions GFT increases productivity and creates added value for clients. Companies gain easy and safe access to scalable IT-applications and innovative business models.

Who are we?

Having started in Germany in 1987, GFT Technologies has grown to become a trusted Software Engineering and Consulting specialist for the international financial industry, counting many of the world’s largest and best-known Banks as our clients. We are an organization that empowers you to not only explore but raise your potential and seek out opportunities that add value. At GFT, diversity, equality, and inclusion are at the core of who we are. Ensuring a diverse and inclusive working environment for all communities is one of the main pillars of our diversity strategy, based on our core values and culture. We have been certified for 2022/23 as a ‘Great place to work’ in the APAC region. So, if you want to have the opportunity to work with an outstanding and progressive organization this position could be right for you.

Role Summary

As a Solution Architect specializing in Java (High priority) and Golang with extensive banking expertise, you will be responsible for designing and implementing high-quality, scalable solutions for critical banking projects. You will lead the technical direction, oversee architectural decisions, and ensure the integration and alignment of various systems and components. Your role will involve collaborating with stakeholders, defining technical requirements, and guiding development teams to deliver robust solutions.

Key Activities:

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of Java and Golang applications.
• Architect and implement scalable and secure solutions for banking projects.
• Define and enforce coding standards, design principles, and best practices.
• Ensure seamless integration between various system components and third-party services.
• Collaborate with product owners, business analysts, and other stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to development teams.
• Conduct architectural reviews, code reviews, and performance tuning.
• Stay updated with the latest industry trends and technologies to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge.

Required Skills:

• Over 10 years of practical experience in Java (High priority) and Golang.
• Proven expertise in banking applications.
• Strong understanding of software architecture principles and patterns.
• Experience with SQL and JPA/Hibernate.
• Experience with messaging systems such as Kafka, Solace, RabbitMQ, or AWS Kinesis.
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and Docker.
• Familiarity with DevOps toolchain: GitHub, CircleCI, Artifactory, SonarQube, etc.
• Knowledge of NoSQL databases such as DynamoDB.
• Proficiency in agile software development methodologies (Scrum or Kanban).
• Knowledge of Test-Driven Development methodology.
• Fluent in English both spoken and written with good communication skills in Vietnamese for cross-functional team collaboration.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
• Must-Have: Experience in the financial technology sector (e.g., digital banking, payment gateways, lending/risk management, payment systems, eKYC, fraud, AML).

Nice-to-have requirements:

• A structured mindset with the ability to adapt to changes in a fast-growing organization.
• Ambitious and results-driven personality.
• Ability to work well as part of a team in a fast-paced environment.

What we offer you:
You will be working with some of the brightest people in business and technology on challenging and rewarding projects in a team of like-minded individuals. GFT prides itself on its international environment that promotes professional and cultural exchange and encourages further individual development.