Development Lead / Engineer Lead

Core Purpose:

To lead and mentor a team of software engineers, providing strong technical leadership and direction for both existing banking systems and new product development . You will drive technical design, architecture, and secure software development practices to deliver innovative, scalable, and highly available digital banking solutions, often integrating with external partners and cloud services.

Key Responsibilities:

• Team Leadership & Mentorship: Guide and develop a team of software engineers, overseeing project delivery and ensuring technical excellence and adherence to best practices, including coordinating with outsourced development and testing resources .
• Technical Design & Architecture: Drive the technical design and architectural decisions for software platforms, with a focus on distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native solutions (e.g., Microsoft Azure) .
• Secure Software Development: Implement and enforce a Secure SDLC (SSDLC) and secure coding practices, ensuring cybersecurity is built-in from design to deployment to protect sensitive financial data and comply with regulations.
• Agile & DevOps Implementation: Champion and implement Agile methodologies (like Scrum) and DevOps practices, including automated CI/CD pipelines, for rapid, frequent, and reliable software releases.
• AI/ML Integration: Lead the development and integration of AI/ML solutions to enhance customer experience, automate processes (e.g., loan underwriting, fraud detection), and optimize operational efficiency.
• Quality Assurance & Security Controls: Ensure rigorous testing and implement robust security measures, such as access controls and multi-factor authentication, to protect customer data and systems.

Essential Qualifications:

• A proven track record (5+ years preferred) in leading software development teams and managing complex IT projects, ideally within the banking, digital finance, or fintech industry.
• Strong understanding and hands-on experience with distributed systems, microservices, and cloud-native development (e.g., Microsoft Azure) .
• Proficiency in relevant programming languages and frameworks, and experience with Big Data, AI/ML technologies, and API management.
• Deep experience with Agile and DevOps principles and tools.
• Strong knowledge of cybersecurity best practices, secure coding, and application security within a financial context.
• Familiarity with core banking products and relevant regulatory requirements in Thailand is a plus [IT05-568, IT09-738]. Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills are essential for leading teams and working effectively across departments