VP, Team Lead, Application Developer, Institutional Banking Group Technology, Group Technology

DBS Bank Ltd; Singapore; On-site; SGD 120,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

DBS Bank Ltd. is seeking a senior technical leader to guide a team of application developers responsible for corporate banking solutions. You will shape the technical roadmap, set architecture standards, and ensure scalable, secure delivery across the SDLC.

You will mentor engineers, promote Agile best practices, and collaborate with product owners and stakeholders to translate business needs into robust software solutions within a regulated financial services environment.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in leading and managing application development teams within the financial services sector, corporate banking.
• Strong hands-on expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices, and cloud platforms.
• Deep understanding of modern database technologies, APIs, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Experience leveraging AI-powered engineering tools to improve productivity, solution design, code quality, testing and operational efficiency.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering complex, scalable, and secure enterprise-grade software solutions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of application developers to design, build, and deploy robust corporate banking applications.
• Drive the technical roadmap, system architecture, and design patterns to ensure scalability, security, and high performance.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC) using Agile methodologies, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to organizational coding standards, security guidelines, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Skills

Java

Spring Boot

Microservices architecture

Cloud platforms

CI/CD pipelines

APIs

Database technologies

AI-powered engineering tools

Software security & compliance

Leadership & mentoring

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science/Information Technology or related field

Job description

Business Function Group Technology enables and empowers the bank with an efficient, nimble and resilient infrastructure through a strategic focus on productivity, quality & control, technology, people capability and innovation. In Group Technology, we manage the majority of the Bank's operational processes and inspire to delight our business partners through our multiple banking delivery channels.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage a team of application developers to design, build, and deploy robust corporate banking applications.
• Drive the technical roadmap, system architecture, and design patterns to ensure scalability, security, and high performance.
• Collaborate closely with product owners, business analysts, and cross-functional teams to translate business requirements into technical solutions.
• Oversee the end-to-end software development lifecycle (SDLC) using Agile methodologies, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery.
• Mentor and coach team members, fostering a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure adherence to organizational coding standards, security guidelines, and regulatory compliance requirements.

Requirements

• Proven experience in leading and managing application development teams within the financial services sector, specifically in corporate banking.
• Strong hands‑on technical expertise in Java, Spring Boot, Microservices architecture, and cloud platforms.
• Deep understanding of modern database technologies, APIs, and CI/CD pipelines.
• Demonstrated experience leveraging AI-powered engineering tools to improve software development productivity, solution design, code quality, testing, troubleshooting and operational efficiency.
• Demonstrated track record of delivering complex, scalable, and secure enterprise‑grade software solutions.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and stakeholder management skills.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving capabilities with a focus on driving innovation.
• Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.

Location: DBS Asia Hub Job: Technology Schedule: Regular Employee Status: Full time

DBS is more than a bank — we're shaping the future of finance and communities. With innovation at our core and impact in our DNA, we go beyond banking to build careers, relationships, and a better world. DBS is a leading financial services group in Asia with a presence in 19 markets. Headquartered and listed in Singapore, DBS is in the three key Asian axes of growth: Greater China, Southeast Asia and South Asia. Recognised for its global leadership, DBS has been named “World’s Best Bank” by Global Finance, “World’s BestBank” by Euromoney and “Global Bank of the Year” by The Banker. The bank is at the forefront of leveraging digital technology to shape the future of banking, having been named “World’s Best Digital Bank” by Euromoney and the world’s “Most Innovative in Digital Banking” by The Banker. In addition, DBS has been accorded the “Safest Bank in Asia” award by Global Finance for 15 consecutive years from 2009 to 2023. DBS provides a full range of services in consumer, SME and corporate banking. As a bank born and bred in Asia, DBS understands the intricacies of doing business in the region’s most dynamic markets and is committed to building lasting relationships with customers. With its extensive network of operations in Asia and emphasis on engaging and empowering its staff, DBS presents exciting career opportunities.