Lead Software Engineer - Temenos / java Developer

SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA; Chennai District; Hybrid; INR 1,500,000 - 2,100,000; Full time

Job summary

SGS Société Générale de Surveillance SA in Chennai, India, invites a Lead Software Engineer to join the Temenos/T24 focused Java development team in a hybrid setup.

You will develop and test code, contribute to SDLC, collaborate across teams, and lead delivery of APIs and data access rules, with emphasis on high-quality, reusable solutions.

The role requires 6+ years in development, familiar with Temenos T24, Java, Spring Boot, Hibernate, REST APIs, and CI/CD.

Qualifications

• Strong inclination for programming skills.
• Complete understanding of front, middle and back-end programming concepts.
• Proficiency in one of the programming languages is an added advantage.
• Ability to use design and automation tools.
• Basic knowledge of CI practices.
• High learning agility.
• Excellent team player.
• Good communication skills.
• Basic knowledge of datasets in data catalog.
• Ability to manage and communicate data warehouse plans to internal stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop code and test case scenarios by applying relevant software craftsmanship principles and meet acceptance criteria.
• Complete the assigned learning path and contribute to daily meetings.
• Deliver on all aspects of SDLC in-line with Agile and IT craftsmanship principles.
• Take part in team ceremonies be it agile practices or chapter meetings.
• Deliver high-quality clean code and design that can be re-used.
• Actively work with other Development teams to define and implement APIs and data access rules.
• Perform bug-free release validations and produce test and defect reports.
• Contribute to developing scripts, configuring quality and automating framework usage.
• Run and maintain test suites with the guidance of seniors.
• Support existing data models, data dictionary, data pipeline standards, storage of source, process and consumer metadata.

Skills

Java

Programming fundamentals

CI practices (basic)

Team collaboration

Communication skills

Tools

Temenos T24

IntelliJ IDE

Eclipse IDE

Git

Hibernate

Spring Boot

REST API

Jenkins

Job description

# Lead Software Engineer - Temenos / java DeveloperIT (Information Technology)Apply---Permanent contractChennai, IndiaHybrid---Reference 260004NIStart date 2026/05/27Publication date 2026/05/12## ResponsibilitiesDevelop code and test case scenarios by applying relevant software craftsmanship principles and meet the acceptance criteria. Complete the assigned learning path and contribute to daily meetings. Deliver on all aspects of Software Development Lifecyle (SDLC) in-line with Agile and IT craftsmanship principles. Take part in team ceremonies be it agile practices or chapter meetings. Deliver high-quality clean code and design that can be re-used. Actively, work with other Development teams to define and implement API's and rules for data access. Perform bug-free release validations and produce test and defect reports. Contribute to developing scripts, configuring quality and automating framework usage. Run and maintain test suites with the guidance of seniors. Support existing data models, data dictionary, data pipeline standards, storage of source, process and consumer metadata.## Profile requiredStrong inclination for programming skills. Complete understanding of front, middle and back-end programming concepts. Proficiency in one of the programming languages is added advantage. Ability to use designing and automation tools. Basic knowledge of CI practices. High learning agility. Excellent team player. Good communication skills. Basic knowledge of datasets in data catalog. Ability to manage and communicate data warehouse plans to internal stakeholders.Relevant experience required: min 6 years in Development Candidates must possess ample knowledge and experience in Temenos T24 core banking system (Accounts and Management) Customization and L3 Java development in T24 IntelliJ IDE for development, eclipse IDE, GIT for version control Hibernate, spring boot and Rest API Jenkins for automating build and deployment process Integration framework to develop interface between T24 and external systemssupporting and leading the team with deliverables## Why join usWe are committed to creating a diverse environment and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status”## Business insightAt Societe Generale, we are convinced that people are drivers of change, and that the world of tomorrow will be shaped by all their initiatives, from the smallest to the most ambitious. Whether you’re joining us for a period of months, years or your entire career, together we can have a positive impact on the future. Creating, daring, innovating and taking action are part of our DNA. If you too want to be directly involved, grow in a stimulating and caring environment, feel useful on a daily basis and develop or strengthen your expertise, you will feel right at home with us! Still hesitating? You should know that our employees can dedicate several days per year to solidarity actions during their working hours, including sponsoring people struggling with their orientation or professional integration, participating in the financial education of young apprentices, and sharing their skills with charities. There are many ways to get involved.“**Commitment and adherence to ESG practices of the organisation and endeavour to reduce the carbon footprint and sustainable practices**”.## Diversity and InclusionWe are an **equal opportunities employer** and we are proud to make diversity a strength for our company. Societe Generale is committed to recognizing and **promoting all talents**, regardless of their beliefs, age, disability, parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, gender identity, sexual orientation, membership of a political, religious, trade union or minority organisation, or any other characteristic that could be subject to discrimination.