Finacle Product Engineer - Core Banking Solutions Specialist

Synechron Technologies; Chennai District; On-site; INR 2,100,000 - 3,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Synechron Technologies invites a Senior Finacle Product Engineer to lead customization, integration, and ongoing support of Finacle-based banking solutions. You will work across CMS, core banking, and payments modules with cross-functional teams to modernize and ensure regulatory compliance.

The role requires hands-on testing, API integration, and strong documentation, targeting Finacle 11X environments in a regulated banking context. Chennai-based opportunity with growth potential.

Qualifications

• Experience with Finacle CMS and core banking modules
• Proficiency in designing, configuring, and integrating REST APIs and Finacle interfaces
• Strong documentation and stakeholder communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead customization, integration, and ongoing support of Finacle-based solutions across units
• Define technical requirements, designs, and implementation plans
• Mentor team members and ensure quality across projects
• Review architecture documents, BRDs, IA/Gap analyses, and project plans
• Collaborate with product management to prioritize enhancements and roadmap items
• Oversee testing strategies, data quality, and security controls
• Manage deployment, patching, and release governance

Skills

Finacle core banking

CMS

REST APIs

SQL

Agile

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science / Information Technology

Tools

Jira

Confluence

CI/CD

Job description

Finacle Product Engineer | CMS & API Integrations

Job Summary Synechron seeks a seasoned Finacle Product Engineer to lead the design, customization, integration, and ongoing support of Finacle-based banking solutions. This role combines deep subject-matter expertise in Finacle 11X core banking with hands-on testing and integration capabilities. The candidate will collaborate with business stakeholders, product teams, QA, and IT to deliver robust, scalable, and compliant solutions across CMS, core banking, and payments modules, driving modernization and operational excellence within a regulated environment.

Required Skills (Essential)

• Strong hands-on experience with Finacle core banking solutions, preferably on Finacle 11X
• In-depth exposure to Finacle modules such as CMS, FAS, LMS, TRAMS, ITS, and related components
• Experience with Finacle scripting and log validation techniques
• Proficiency in designing, configuring, and integrating REST APIs and Finacle interfaces
• Working knowledge of SQL databases (Oracle, with related validation and data manipulation skills)
• Experience participating in business discussions, creating BRDs/IA/Gap analyses, and providing architectural input
• Proficiency with SDLC/Agile methodologies and cross-functional collaboration
• Strong communication and documentation skills for stakeholder reporting and compliance artifacts

Preferred Skills

• Finacle certification from Infosys or equivalent credentials
• Experience with Finacle upgrades, migrations, or enhancements
• Exposure to testing automation and CI/CD processes within Finacle environments
• Banking/regulatory awareness and data security considerations
• Familiarity with other core banking integrations (e.g., RIS, OMS, HCS) as related to CMS modules

Overall Responsibilities

• Lead the customization, integration, and ongoing support of Finacle-based solutions across multiple business units
• Define and validate technical requirements, solution designs, and implementation plans
• Mentor and guide team members to achieve technical excellence and consistent quality
• Review architectural documents, BRDs, IA/Gap analyses, Fit/Gap analyses, and project plans
• Collaborate with product management to prioritize enhancements and roadmap items
• Oversee testing strategies, data quality, and security controls within Finacle projects
• Manage deployment activities, patching, and release governance in collaboration with stakeholders
• Maintain comprehensive project documentation, runbooks, and operational procedures
• Monitor progress against plans, elevate risks, and drive timely issue resolution
• Ensure modifications are engineered, tested, and packaged for client installation or handover
• Foster continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across teams

Programming Languages (Essential & Preferred)

• Essential: Finacle scripting concepts; SQL
• Preferred: Java, Python, or other scripting languages for automation and integration

Databases/Data Management

• Essential: Oracle (SQL, data validation, data manipulation)
• Preferred: NoSQL, data warehousing concepts, data lineage

Cloud Technologies

• Essential: Knowledge of cloud deployment considerations in banking contexts
• Preferred: Azure, AWS, or GCP cloud platforms and hybrid integration patterns

Frameworks and Libraries

• Essential: Finacle interfaces, APIs, and integration patterns
• Preferred: Modern enterprise integration frameworks, API gateways, messaging adapters

Development Tools and Methodologies

• Essential: Jira/Confluence, Agile/Scrum practices
• Preferred: CI/CD tools (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, GitLab CI), test automation, release governance

Security Protocols

• Essential: Data privacy, secure coding practices, and audit/compliance readiness
• Preferred: Banking security standards, encryption concepts, PCI-DSS awareness

Experience Requirements

7+ years of experience in Finacle-related development, testing, or implementation

Proven ability to deliver Finacle-based projects with cross-functional teams

Experience in regulated banking environments and governance considerations

Alternative pathways

extensive Finacle CMS customization/implementation experience or relevant certifications

Day-to-Day Activities

• Engage with stakeholders to capture business and technical requirements for Finacle projects
• Design and implement Finacle customizations, interfaces, and CMS enhancements
• Collaborate with QA, product, and operations teams to ensure testability and deployment readiness
• Review and contribute to architecture documents, BRDs, and test plans
• Troubleshoot production issues, perform root cause analysis, and implement fixes
• Maintain test data, runbooks, and deployment procedures
• Mentor junior teammates and drive continuous improvement

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• Finacle experience in CMS and core banking modules is essential
• Certifications in Finacle, banking technology, or related disciplines are advantageous
• Commitment to ongoing professional development in banking technology and Finacle updates

Professional Competencies

• Strategic thinking and advanced problem-solving for complex banking projects
• Strong leadership, mentorship, and team-building capabilities
• Clear communication and effective stakeholder management across technical and business audiences
• Adaptability to evolving banking technologies, standards, and regulatory requirements
• Innovation mindset with a focus on scalable, secure, and maintainable solutions
• Time management and prioritization in dynamic, high-stakes environments

S YNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all.

We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company.

We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply.

We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

Candidate Application Notice

Experience Level Senior Level