Lead Java Developer (Technical Consultant)

Zafin; Thiruvananthapuram; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus potential

Generous paid time off

Volunteer days and wellness benefits

Job summary

Zafin in India is seeking a Lead Technical Consultant to drive enterprise-grade solutions for banking-tech implementations. You will combine hands-on engineering with strong client engagement, shaping architecture from core systems to modern SaaS patterns.

Bring deep experience in Java, Spring Boot, REST, Kafka, and PostgreSQL, plus cloud and containerization expertise. You will mentor teams and guide delivery across hybrid-cloud environments.

Qualifications

• Minimum 9+ years in Software Engineering, Technical Consulting, or Customer Engineering in SaaS or banking tech implementations.
• Experience with SDLC, integration patterns, and modern API architectures.
• Knowledge of cloud concepts, Azure preferred, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Familiarity with banking systems and data integration in enterprise environments.
• Proven ability to deliver end-to-end or integration solutions using Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Kafka, and PostgreSQL.
• Demonstrated client-facing experience managing technical discussions, requirements, and expectations.
• Experience in Agile delivery environments (Scrum, TDD/BDD).
• Exposure to troubleshooting complex distributed systems in production.
• Experience in large enterprise or hybrid-cloud deployments.

Responsibilities

• Design and deliver enterprise-grade software solutions aligned with client and platform requirements.
• Ensure solution quality through testing, peer reviews, and standards adherence.
• Lead technical tasks from requirements gathering through deployment.
• Troubleshoot implementation issues and coordinate with teams for resolution.
• Act as trusted technical advisor to clients during implementation lifecycle.
• Translate business objectives into technical designs and configuration approaches.
• Conduct technical workshops, design reviews, and demonstrations for client confidence.
• Support transition from implementation to production and ongoing engagement with client tech teams.
• Collaborate with Product, Architecture, and Delivery teams to align with platform strategy.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

REST APIs

Apache Kafka

PostgreSQL

Cloud concepts

Azure

Docker

Kubernetes

CI/CD

Agile/Scrum

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Azure

Job description

Zafin is an AI platform company helping regulated institutions modernize how critical work is designed, governed, and delivered. Our technology enables organizations to move faster while maintaining the governance, accountability, and control required in highly regulated environments.

Our portfolio includes Zafin AIOS, an agent orchestration platform for governed AI work; the Zafin Banking Platform, which helps banks modernize product, pricing, offers, billing, loyalty, and relationship management; and Zafin IO, an integration platform that connects data, systems, and workflows across complex enterprise environments.

Headquartered in Toronto, Canada, Zafin partners with leading financial institutions across North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia-Pacific. As AI transforms the future of financial services, we’re building the platforms that help regulated organizations adopt AI responsibly and at scale.

What Is the Opportunity?

As a Lead Technical Consultant, you technical expertise with strong client-engagement skills.

You understand the complexities of enterprise banking environments, from core systems and data integrations to modern SaaS architectures.

You will bring hands‑on engineering experience and customer empathy to every engagement.

This role blends delivery, and customer advocacy.

Solution Implementation and Delivery Excellence

Design and enterprise‑grade software solutions aligned with customer and platform requirements.

Ensure solution quality through rigorous testing, peer reviews, and adherence to standards.

Lead technical tasks from requirements gathering through deployment.

Troubleshoot implementation issues and collaborate with teams to resolve them efficiently.

Customer Engagement and Technical Partnership

Act as a trusted technical advisor to clients throughout the implementation lifecycle.

Translate business objectives into technical designs and configuration approaches.

Conduct technical workshops, design reviews, and demonstrations to build client confidence.

Support delivery and ensure a seamless transition from implementation to production.

Maintain ongoing engagement with customer technology teams to support solution stability and evolution.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration and Enablement

Collaborate with Product Engineering, Architecture, and Delivery teams to align implementations with Zafin's platform strategy and standards.

Identify reusable patterns and best practices that support continuous improvement.

Participate in knowledge‑sharing sessions and communities of practice.

Provide mentorship and guidance to junior developers or consultants.

Operational Support and Quality Assurance

Assist in post‑implementation support and troubleshooting, ensuring system reliability and customer satisfaction.

Monitor production performance and coordinate with Operations teams to support uptime and data integrity.

Document and report key implementation learnings for future improvements.

Must Have

Minimum 9+ Years of experience as a Software Engineer, Technical Consultant, or Customer Engineer, preferably in SaaS or banking‑technology implementations.

Experience and strong understanding of the software‑development lifecycle, integration patterns, and modern API architectures.

Knowledge of cloud concepts, with Azure preferred, CI/CD pipelines, and containerization using Docker and Kubernetes.

Familiarity with banking systems and data‑integration frameworks in enterprise financial‑services environments.

Proven ability to deliver end‑to‑end or integration solutions Java, Spring Boot, REST APIs, Apache Kafka, and PostgreSQL.

Demonstrated Client‑facing Experience Managing Technical Discussions, Requirements, And Expectations.

Experience in Agile delivery environments, including Scrum and TDD/BDD.

Experience troubleshooting complex, distributed systems in production environments.

Application‑development experience in large enterprise or hybrid‑cloud environments.

What’s in it for you

Joining our team means being part of a culture that values diversity, teamwork, and high‑quality work. We offer competitive salaries, annual bonus potential, generous paid time off, paid volunteering days, wellness benefits, and robust opportunities for professional growth and career advancement.

Zafin welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.

Zafin is committed to protecting the privacy and security of the personal information collected from all applicants throughout the recruitment process. The methods by which Zafin contains uses, stores, handles, retains, or discloses applicant information can be accessed by reviewing Zafin's privacy policy at https://zafin.com/privacy-notice/. By submitting a job application, you confirm that you agree to the processing of your personal data by Zafin described in the candidate privacy notice.