Principal Engineer

Job Title: Principal Engineer - Financial Intelligence

Location: Bengaluru / Chennai

About the Team

FIS Global is a global leader in financial services technology, providing solutions that drive growth and innovation for our clients. Our Financial Intelligence organization is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies to enhance financial security and intelligence. We are committed to fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment where top talent can thrive and make a significant impact.

What you will be doing :

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Principal Engineer to join our Financial Intelligence team. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader with a deep understanding of financial technologies, data analytics, and cybersecurity. As a Principal Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in designing and implementing innovative solutions that enhance our financial intelligence capabilities.

- Lead the design, development, and deployment of advanced financial intelligence solutions, including Decision Solutions (Chex Systems), SecureLock, Scanning, and AML (Anti-Money Laundering) solutions.

- Architect, design, and improve complex enterprise and distributed systems to ensure scalability, reliability, and performance.

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and address complex technical challenges, driving engineering and operational excellence.

- Drive the adoption of best practices in software engineering, data analytics, and cybersecurity.

- Mentor and guide junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.

- Stay abreast of industry trends and emerging technologies to ensure our solutions remain cutting-edge.

- Contribute to strategic planning and decision-making processes within the Financial Intelligence organization.

What we offer you

Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

Leverage AI and ML to develop predictive analytics and fraud detection systems that can identify and mitigate financial risks in real-time.

Data-Driven Insights

Utilize big data and advanced analytics to uncover hidden patterns and insights, enabling more informed decision-making and strategic planning.

Blockchain Technology

Explore the use of blockchain for secure and transparent financial transactions, enhancing trust and reducing fraud.

RegTech Solutions

Develop regulatory technology solutions to streamline compliance processes and reduce the burden of regulatory requirements.

Cybersecurity Innovations

Implement advanced cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive financial data and ensure the integrity of financial systems.

What you bring

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.

14+ years of experience in software engineering, with a focus on financial technologies and data analytics.

Proven track record of leading and delivering complex technical projects.

Strong experience in building highly scalable, secure, highly available, high-performance distributed systems.

Strong at computer science fundamentals and distributed systems development.

Expertise in programming languages such as Python, Java, or C++.

Strong understanding of data analytics, machine learning, and cybersecurity principles.

Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to think critically and creatively.

Ability to dive deep and drive continuous improvements in technical, engineering, and operational excellence.

Exceptional communication and leadership skills.

Why Join Us

Opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies that shape the future of financial intelligence.

Collaborative and inclusive work environment that values diversity and innovation.

Competitive compensation and benefits package.

Continuous learning and professional development opportunities.

Chance to make a significant impact in a global organization.

Opportunity to innovate and tackle the complexities in financial intelligence, driving the next wave of innovations.

Drive excellence in existing systems while pioneering new solutions.

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter detailing their relevant experience and why they are a great fit for this role.

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Sourcing Model

Recruitment at FIS works primarily on a direct sourcing model; a relatively small portion of our hiring is through recruitment agencies. FIS does not accept resumes from recruitment agencies which are not on the preferred supplier list and is not responsible for any related fees for resumes submitted to job postings, our employees, or any other part of our company.

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