Lead Software Engineer_ Anaplan, ITC

Nike; Karnataka; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 6,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Nike in Karnataka, India, is seeking a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Anaplan to guide teams, architect solutions, and partner with stakeholders to deliver enterprise-scale planning systems.

You will shape the technical vision, lead delivery across financial, operational, and sales planning domains, mentor junior engineers, and ensure governance and best practices while driving innovation within a collaborative, fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 7–8 years of proven Anaplan model building experience.
• Strong knowledge of Anaplan architecture and governance.
• Expertise in Anaplan integrations and data platforms.
• Solid understanding of financial planning, supply chain, or sales performance management.
• Experience leading engineering teams and mentoring junior model builders.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management.

Responsibilities

• Shape the technical vision for Anaplan solutions.
• Lead delivery of enterprise-scale planning systems.
• Architect scalable Anaplan solutions across financial, operational, and strategic domains.
• Lead requirement gathering sessions with business stakeholders.
• Oversee Anaplan integrations and data platforms.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end planning solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production.
• Contribute to the strategic roadmap by evaluating new features and tools.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, ensuring solutions align with business goals.

Skills

Anaplan model building

Anaplan architecture

Anaplan governance

Anaplan integrations

Financial planning knowledge

Team leadership

Cloud platforms

Communication with stakeholders

Tools

Anaplan

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure/GCP)

Job description

WHO YOU'LL WORK WITH

The candidate will join a collaborative team of finance transformation specialists, solution architects, and analysts who focus on building scalable Anaplan models. The group combines technical expertise with financial domain knowledge to deliver enterprise-grade planning solutions.

WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We're seeking an experienced Lead Software Engineer with 7-8 years of deep expertise in Anaplan. This is a leadership role where you'll guide teams, architect solutions, and partner with stakeholders to deliver enterprise-scale planning systems. If you're passionate about driving innovation and mentoring others, this is the opportunity to make a lasting impact.

Key Skills and Qualifications

• 7-8 years of proven Anaplan model building experience, including complex modules and workflows.
• Strong knowledge of Anaplan architecture connected planning, and governance.
• Expertise in Anaplan integrations and data platforms.
• Solid understanding of financial planning, supply chain, or sales performance management.
• Experience leading engineering teams and mentoring junior model builders.
• Proficiency in cloud platforms.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Professional Solution Architect or Master Anaplanner designation preferred.

WHAT YOU'LL WORK ON

As a Lead Software Engineer specializing in Anaplan, you'll be responsible for shaping the technical vision, leading delivery, and ensuring solutions align with business strategy.

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and implement scalable Anaplan solutions across financial, operational, and strategic domains.
• Lead requirement gathering sessions with business stakeholders.
• Oversee Anaplan integrations and data platforms.
• Ensure adherence to best practices in design, governance, and documentation.
• Mentor and coach junior engineers, fostering a culture of excellence.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver end-to-end planning solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical issues in production.
• Contribute to the strategic roadmap by evaluating new features and tools.
• Act as a trusted advisor to stakeholders, ensuring solutions align with business goals.