Director Software Implementation and DeliveryLocation:
Bhubaneswar, Odisha
Reports To:
CTO
Compensation:
Negotiable
Experience:
5+ Years
Job Type:
Full Time
Company Introduction
iServeU is a modern banking infrastructure provider in APAC region, empowering financial enterprises with embedded fintech solutions for their customers. iServeU is one of the few certified partners with National Payment Corporation of India (NPCI), VISA for various products.iServeU also provides a cloud-native, micro services-enabled, distributed platform with over 5000 possible product configurations with a low code/no code interface to banks, NBFCs, Fintech, and other regulated entities.
- We process around 2500 transactions per second by levering distributed & auto scale technology like K8.
- Our core platform combines of 1200+ micro services.
- Our customer list includes Fintech start-ups, top tier private banks to PSU bank. We operate in five countries and help customers constantly change the way financial institutions operate and innovate.
- Our solutions currently empowers over 20 banks and 250+ enterprises across India and abroad.
- Our platform seamlessly manages the entire transaction lifecycle, including withdrawals, deposits, transfers, payments, and lending through various channels like digital, branch, agents.
Our team of 500+ employees, with over 80% in technology roles is spread across offices in Bhubaneswar, Bangalore and Delhi. We have raised $8 million in funding to support our growth and innovation.For more details visit: www.iserveu.
Requirements
Job Summary
We are seeking a highly experienced and results-oriented
professional
to lead multiple high-performing software development teams. The ideal candidate will possess a strong blend of technical expertise in full-stack Java/Microservices/Cloud environments, exceptional project management skills, and a proven track record of driving end-to-end product delivery using Agile methodologies. This role requires a strategic leader who can foster a culture of innovation, ensure technical excellence, and effectively manage relationships with product, business, and technical stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities
- Team Leadership & Management:
- Lead, mentor, and manage multiple agile/scrum teams (typically 20+ members), fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment.
- Drive talent development, including identifying high-potential individuals, providing coaching, and facilitating growth opportunities.
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, and performance management processes for engineering teams.
- Ensure business continuity by proactively identifying and removing impediments for the teams.
- Project & Delivery Management:
- Manage the end-to-end delivery of complex software products and features, from planning and design through development, testing, and deployment to production.
- Collaborate closely with Product Managers and other stakeholders to define user stories, manage project scope, milestones, risks, issues, and finances.
- Lead project planning, forecasting, and status reporting to senior management and clients.
- Champion and enforce Agile Scrum methodologies, leveraging tools like Jira, Rally, and Confluence for effective project execution.
- Drive change management processes for successful application delivery into production.
- Technical Leadership & Architecture:
- Provide strong technical leadership and architectural guidance for full-stack applications, with a deep focus on Java-based technologies (Java, J2EE, Spring, Hibernate, Microservices).
- Oversee UI development and deployment strategies utilizing modern frameworks (Angular, jQuery, JavaScript, HTML, CSS).
- Leverage expertise in Cloud Technologies (Amazon AWS, Google Cloud Platform (GCP)) to design, develop, and deploy scalable and resilient solutions.
- Ensure robust integration through Web Services (RESTful, SOAP, XML, XSD) and efficient application server management (IBM WebSphere, Apache Tomcat, BEA WebLogic).
- Drive automation initiatives for deployment and release processes, integrating with CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins) and Source Control Management (GitHub, ClearCase, SVN, CVS).
- Ensure data integrity and efficient database interactions (Oracle, PostgreSQL).
- Stakeholder Collaboration:
- Develop and maintain strong, effective relationships with cross-functional teams, clients, and senior leadership.
- Communicate complex technical concepts and project updates clearly and concisely to diverse audiences.
- Collaborate with product teams to align technical solutions with overall product strategy and business objectives.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
- 16+ years of progressive experience in Information Technology, with a significant focus on software development and project/program management.
- Proven experience in a leadership role, managing multiple software development teams (e.g., Technical Manager, Technical Architect, Lead Developer).
- Deep expertise in Java/J2EE, Spring, Hibernate, and designing/implementing Microservices architectures.
- Hands-on experience with modern UI frameworks, particularly Angular (Angular 4+).
- Demonstrated proficiency in Cloud platforms, specifically Amazon AWS and/or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
- Extensive experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies, including proficiency with Agile project management tools such as Jira, Rally, and Confluence.
- Strong understanding and practical experience with DevOps principles, CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins), and Source Control Management (GitHub).
- Experience with relational databases (Oracle, PostgreSQL).
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with a proven ability to motivate and develop teams.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, capable of devising strategies for organizational growth and business performance.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's degree in a relevant technical or management field.
- Experience in data lakehouse environments (e.g., Databricks, AWS data ingestion).
- Prior experience in the retail or financial services industries.
- Experience with large-scale data platforms and data lifecycle management.
- Certifications in Agile methodologies or Cloud platforms.
