Custom Software Engineering Lead

Accenture; Thane; On-site; INR 4,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking a Custom Software Engineering Lead to own the technical direction and architecture of bespoke software solutions, guiding teams through design and delivery while upholding high standards of code quality, scalability, and performance.

The role requires aligning technical solutions with business goals, mentoring engineers, and driving innovation to ensure seamless delivery across multiple squads, with strong emphasis on ServiceNow GRC.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of experience with ServiceNow GRC.
• Experience leading software engineering teams on complex projects.
• Ability to design scalable, high-performance software solutions.
• Knowledge of risk and compliance frameworks in software development.

Responsibilities

• SME-level collaboration and team management.
• Make team decisions and engage with multiple teams.
• Provide cross-team solutions to problems.
• Facilitate stakeholder communication to align goals.
• Mentor junior team members for growth.
• Drive continuous improvement in development workflows.

Skills

ServiceNow GRC

Software architecture

Team leadership

Problem solving

Education

15 years full time education

Job description

Project Role: Custom Software Engineering Lead

Project Role Description: Own the technical direction and architecture of custom software solutions, leading teams through design and delivery. Set development standards and ensure code quality, scalability, and performance aligned to business objectives.

Must have skills: ServiceNow Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC)

Good to have skills: NA

Minimum Experience: 5 year(s) of experience is required

Educational Qualification: 15 years full time education

Summary

As a Custom Software Engineering Lead, a typical day involves overseeing the technical vision and architectural framework of bespoke software projects. This role requires guiding teams through the entire lifecycle of software design and implementation, ensuring that development practices meet high standards. The position demands continuous alignment of technical solutions with organizational goals, fostering collaboration among team members to deliver scalable and efficient software products. The lead actively monitors project progress, addresses challenges, and drives innovation to maintain performance and quality throughout the development process.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Expected to be an SME, collaborate and manage the team to perform.
• Responsible for team decisions.
• Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions.
• Provide solutions to problems for their immediate team and across multiple teams.
• Facilitate communication between stakeholders to ensure clarity and alignment on project goals.
• Mentor and support junior team members to enhance their skills and professional growth.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize development workflows and team productivity.

Professional & Technical Skills

• Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in ServiceNow Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).
• Strong knowledge of software architecture principles and best practices for custom software development.
• Experience in managing and leading software engineering teams through complex project deliveries.
• Ability to design scalable, maintainable, and high-performance software solutions.
• Familiarity with risk management and compliance frameworks within software development environments.
• Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering practical and innovative solutions.

Additional Information

• The candidate should have minimum 5 years of experience in ServiceNow Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC).
• This position is based at our MDC5C - SEZ location.
• A 15 years full time education is required.

15 years full time education

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