Principal Architect - Application Development

1401 Genpact India Pvt. Ltd.; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 4,200,000 - 5,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Genpact is seeking a Principal Architect - Application Development to lead the design and delivery of scalable software solutions. The role emphasizes defining architectures, mentoring teams, and guiding cross‑functional collaboration in a fast-moving AI-driven environment.

You will evaluate emerging technologies, uphold security standards, and communicate architectural decisions to senior management. Office-based in India with opportunities for growth and impact.

Qualifications

• Strong background in designing scalable software architectures.
• Experience leading tech teams and mentoring developers.
• Proven ability to define standards and drive adoption.
• Hands-on with modern AI/analytics environments is a plus.
• Security best practices must be followed throughout.

Responsibilities

• Lead design and development of scalable, high-performance apps.
• Define architecture standards for consistency and maintainability.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to specify requirements.
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical mentorship.
• Evaluate new technologies to drive innovation and efficiency.
• Ensure security compliance in application development.
• Communicate decisions and risks to stakeholders.

Skills

Architectural design

Leadership

Cross-functional collaboration

Code reviews

Emerging tech evaluation

Security best practices

Big data / BI tools

Communication with stakeholders

Education

Bachelors - Computer Engineering

Bachelors - Computer Science

Bachelors - Information Technology

Masters - Software Engineering

Tools

Greenplum

MySQL

Oracle ERP Systems

SQL Server

SSIS

Power BI

PL/SQL

Job description

Principal Architect - Application Development

Ready to turn bold ideas into real-world impact? At Genpact, we don’t just adapt to change, we lead it. AI and digital innovation are transforming the way businesses work, and we’re at the forefront of it. Genpact’s AI Gigafactory , our industry-first accelerator, exemplifies how we scale advanced technology solutions to help global enterprises work smarter, grow faster, and transform at scale. Whether tackling complex challenges through large-scale models or agentic AI , our breakthrough solutions tackle companies’ most complex challenges.

If you thrive in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment, love building and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions, and want to push the boundaries of what’s possible, this is your moment.

Genpact (NYSE: G) is an agentic and advanced technology solutions company. We leverage process intelligence and artificial intelligence to deliver measurable outcomes. With a strong partner ecosystem and decades of client trust, we provide innovative solutions that transform how businesses run. Powered by a team with an active learning mindset and client centricity at its core, we deliver lasting value for the world’s leading enterprises. Get to know us at genpact.com and on LinkedIn , YouTube , X , and Facebook .

Job Description

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance software applications;
• Define application architecture and standards to ensure consistency and maintainability;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify technical requirements and propose solutions;
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams;
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations for adoption to drive innovation and efficiency;
• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices in application development;
• Communicate architectural decisions, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and senior management.
• Lead the design and development of scalable, high-performance software applications;
• Define application architecture and standards to ensure consistency and maintainability;
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify technical requirements and propose solutions;
• Conduct code reviews and provide technical guidance and mentorship to development teams;
• Evaluate emerging technologies and provide recommendations for adoption to drive innovation and efficiency;
• Ensure compliance with security standards and best practices in application development;
• Communicate architectural decisions, risks, and recommendations to stakeholders and senior management.

Qualifications

Bachelors - Computer Engineering, Bachelors - Computer Science, Bachelors - Information Technology, Masters - Software Engineering

Certifications

Microsoft Certified: Power BI Data Analyst Associate - MicrosoftMicrosoft, Microsoft Certified Power Platform - MicrosoftMicrosoft, Pega Certified Senior System Architect - Pearson VUEPearson VUE, Power Automate certifications - MicrosoftMicrosoft

Required Skills

Agile Methodology, Change Management, Client Relations, Collaboration Tools, Commercial Excellence, Commercial Modeling, Database Server, Design Thinking, Executive Presence, Greenplum Database, Inclusion, Ionic Framework, Microsoft Power BI, Microsoft SQL Developer, Microsoft SQL Server, Microsoft SQL Server Reporting Services, MySQL, Oracle Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) Systems, People Leadership, Personal Effectiveness, PL/SQL (Programming Language), Risk Management, SQL Server Integration Services (SSIS), Stored Procedures, Storytelling

Language

English

Language Proficiency

Proficient - C2

Additional Job Location

-

Job Type

Regular

Master Skill List

Application Development

Remote Type

Office

Work Shift

Flex Time (India)

Why join Genpact?

• Lead AI-powered transformation – Drive innovation and solve real-world business challenges that matter
• Make an impact – Help global enterprises solve business challenges that matter
• Accelerate your career – Gain hands‑on experience, mentorship, and world‑class learning opportunities to stay ahead
• Work with the best – Join 140,000+ bold thinkers and problem‑solvers who push boundaries every day
• Thrive in a values‑driven culture – Our courage, curiosity, and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress

Come join the 140,000+ coders, tech shapers, and growth makers at Genpact and take your career in the only direction that matters: Up. Let’s build tomorrow together.

Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Genpact is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.