Vice President of Software Engineering

As a VP at the company in Mumbai, your role will involve driving engineering rigor across Java-based platforms, Microservices, APIs, and integrations to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance. You will oversee multi-stream programs, manage large cross-functional technology teams, and engage with C-level stakeholders on architecture reviews. Additionally, you will champion DevOps, Agile/Scrum, and modern engineering principles while leading initiatives around code quality, CI/CD, observability, and automation. Key Responsibilities: - Drive engineering rigor across Java-based platforms, Microservices, APIs, and integrations - Ensure scalability, reliability, and performance of platforms being delivered - Oversee multi-stream programs, ensuring timelines, budgets, quality standards, and stakeholder alignment - Manage large cross-functional technology teams (developers, architects, QA, DevOps) - Engage with C-level and senior stakeholders on architecture reviews, technical direction, and delivery roadmaps - Champion DevOps, Agile/Scrum, and modern engineering principles - Lead initiatives around code quality, CI/CD, observability, and automation Qualification Required: - B.Tech in Computer Science or related field - 18+ years of progressive experience in product engineering, platform delivery, or fintech transformation - Strong technical background with hands-on or architectural exposure to Java/J2EE, Spring Boot, Microservices, Kafka, cloud platforms - Proficient in Agile, DevOps, SAFe, and global delivery methodologies - Experience handling high-volume, low-latency, mission-critical systems - PMP/Prince2 certification preferred - Willingness to travel as required The company emphasizes a culture of engineering excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement. As a leader in this role, you are expected to drive performance, innovation, and a culture of excellence within the technology teams while engaging with stakeholders at all levels to ensure successful program delivery. Additionally, your strong technical expertise and strategic thinking will be key in leading cloud-native transformations and ensuring the success of the company's engineering initiatives.,