Senior Manager, Development

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Who are we?

At Finastra, we are a dynamic global provider of open finance software solutions, dedicated to expanding access to financial services. Our innovative applications span Lending, Payments, Treasury and Capital Markets, and Universal Banking. Proudly serving over 8,000 customers, including 45 of the world's top 50 banks, we aim to boost financial inclusion for all. Join us and be part of a vibrant company that embraces diverse perspectives, and is committed to doing well by doing good.

What will you contribute?

Reporting to the Senior Director, the US Payments Engineering Manager  will be accountable for managing a cross functional team focused on the technical delivery of the data solutions, and product development of US Payments. This role includes managing resources using an Agile Methodology, training, recruitment, budgeting and performance management.  The incumbent will have ownership of the technical design, systems analysis, coding, automated unit testing and integration. The Manager will also liaise with the Product Owner, Architects, Program Managers, software engineers / developers and end users regarding the development and implementation of product lines using various technologies.

Responsibilities & Deliverables :

Your deliverables as a US Payments Engineering manager will include, but are not limited to, the following :

BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering, or equivalent industry experience

Strong technical vision

Data architecture including data modeling, database, data mart and data warehouse design, performance and cost based design, etc.

A balance of strong technical skills and acumen combined with excellent team / people leadership to deliver high quality and timely solutions

Demonstrated track record of hiring, developing, and retaining exceptional talent

Excellent attitude of adapting changes in a global delivery environment

Ability to prioritize and manage work to critical project timelines in a fast-paced environment leveraging and building offshore resources / teams across multiple time zones

Ability to work with cross functional teams toward common solutions

Proven track record of delivering software releases on time, on budget, on quality

Define, refine, and implement processes, methodologies and operational procedures to drive accelerated delivery and infuse testability early in the SDLC process by building testability into solutions

Be ready to support US Customers (and US hours)

Experience working in an agile environment

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Define, refine, and implement processes, methodologies and operational procedures to drive accelerated delivery and infuse testability early in the SDLC process by building testability into solutions

Required Experience :

Minimum of 10 years of software development experience in a senior role

At least 5 years of direct management experience in a technology company including managing offshore resources

Having led people in the US region.

Experience managing a team of over 10 developers and strong leadership capabilities to develop a high performing team

Experience working in an dynamic development environment

Extensive experience in enterprise software development

Experience managing the development of SaaS and cloud-based applications

Experience in leading complex projects

Experience working with the following teams :

Solution / Application Architects and Developers

Operations

Infrastructure

Project Management

Business Analyst / Business System Analyst

Offshore outsourcing development and testing team

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 uphold :

• Flexibility :  Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well-being :  Access confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, unlimited personalized coaching via our coaching app, and access to our Gather Groups for emotional and mental support.
• Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits
• ESG :  Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
• DEI : Participate in multiple DE&I groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
• Career Development :  Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition :  Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
• Specific benefits may vary by location.

At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves.

Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!

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