Lead Technical Consultant

We currently have a career opportunity for an Lead Technical Consultant  to join our team located in Chennai/Hyderabad/Nagpur/Pune/Bengaluru

Job Overview:

As a Lead Technical Consultant you will participate in all aspects of the software development lifecycle which includes estimating, technical design, implementation, documentation, testing, deployment and support of application developed for our clients. As a member working in a team environment you will work with solution architects and developers on interpretation/translation of wireframes and creative designs into functional requirements, and subsequently into technical design.

Perficient is always looking for the best and brightest talent and we need you! We’re a quickly-growing, global digital consulting leader, and we’re transforming the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands. You’ll work with the latest technologies, expand your skills, and become a part of our global community of talented, diverse, and knowledgeable colleagues.

Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support data-informed task execution.

Familiarity with AI-enhanced platforms is a plus.

A solid understanding of AI capabilities and limitations including ethical considerations is expected.

• Developed and maintained automated API test frameworks using Java, Spring Boot, and Rest Assured.
• Designed and executed backend API testing for payment processing and transaction workflows.
• Validated REST APIs using Postman for functional, regression, and integration testing.
• Authored and optimized SQL queries to validate backend data, payment records, and database integrity.
• Tested payment lifecycle scenarios, including transaction authorization, settlement, reversals, and exception handling.
• Developed reusable automation utilities and test libraries to improve test coverage and reduce execution time.
• Performed end-to-end backend validation by comparing API responses with database records.
• Integrated automated API test suites into the CI/CD pipeline for continuous testing.
• Identified, analyzed, and reported defects while collaborating with developers and business analysts.
• Participated in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog refinement, daily stand-ups, and retrospectives.
• Reviewed API contracts, business requirements, and technical specifications to design effective test scenarios.
• Conducted regression, smoke, and sanity testing prior to production releases.
• Created detailed test reports and execution metrics to communicate test status and release readiness.
• Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure high-quality delivery of secure and reliable payment solutions.

Perficient full-time employees receive complete and competitive benefits. We offer a collaborative work environment, competitive compensation, generous work/life opportunities and an outstanding benefits package that includes paid time off plus holidays. In addition, all colleagues are eligible for a number of rewards and recognition programs including billable bonus opportunities. Encouraging a healthy work/life balance and providing our colleagues great benefits are just part of what makes Perficient a great place to work. 

WHO WE ARE

Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, our colleagues bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help our clients – the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.

WHAT WE BELIEVE

At Perficient, we promise to challenge, champion, and celebrate our people. You will experience a unique and collaborative culture that values every voice. Join our team, and you’ll become part of something truly special.

We believe in developing a workforce that is as diverse and inclusive as the clients we work with. We’re committed to actively listening, learning, and acting to further advance our organization, our communities, and our future leaders… and we’re not done yet.

Perficient, Inc. proudly provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. Perficient, Inc. complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including, but not limited to, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training. Perficient, Inc. expressly prohibits any form of unlawful employee harassment based on race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or covered veterans. Improper interference with the ability of Perficient, Inc. employees to perform their expected job duties is absolutely not tolerated.

Disability Accommodations:

Perficient is committed to providing a barrier-free employment process with reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or accommodation due to a disability, please contact us.

Disclaimer:  The above statements are not intended to be a complete statement of job content, rather to act as a guide to the essential functions performed by the employee assigned to this classification.  Management retains the discretion to add or change the duties of the position at any time. 

• Lead the technical planning & requirements gathering phases including estimate, develop, test, manage projects, architect and deliver.
• Serve as a technical lead and mentor.  Provide technical support or leadership in the development and continual improvement of service.
• Develop and maintain effective working relationships with team members.
• Demonstrate the ability to adapt and work with team members of various experience level.