Lead SaaS Engineer

Synechron; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 115,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation and benefits

Paid annual leave

Maternity & paternity leave plans

Comprehensive insurance plan

Retirement savings plans

Higher education certification policy

Extensive training opportunities

Coaching opportunities

Flexible workplace arrangements

Job summary

A global consulting firm is seeking a highly experienced Lead SaaS Engineer to join their innovative team in Minneapolis. This role requires over 10 years of experience in SaaS design and development, focusing on Java-based applications and cloud migration solutions. The ideal candidate should have extensive knowledge of .Net frameworks, API applications, and Azure deployment. The company offers competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive multicultural environment.

Qualifications

• Over 10 years of experience in SaaS design and development.
• Proven track record in designing and implementing complex applications.
• Extensive experience with migration projects and asset management.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of Java applications using SaaS Cloud Migration solutions.
• Collaborate with engineers to ensure application performance and reliability.
• Conduct performance reviews and provide mentorship to team members.

Skills

SaaS design and development

Java applications

.Net frameworks

API applications

Azure cloud deployment

Problem-solving skills

Leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

Ansible

Docker

Kubernetes

SEI Trust 3000 system

SEI SWP systems

Job description

Base pay range

$115,000.00/yr - $130,000.00/yr

This range is provided by Synechron. Your actual pay will be based on your skills and experience — talk with your recruiter to learn more.

At Synechron, we believe in the power of digital to transform businesses for the better. Our global consulting firm combines creativity and innovative technology to deliver industry-leading digital solutions. Synechron’s progressive technologies and optimization strategies span end-to-end Artificial Intelligence, Consulting, Digital, Cloud & DevOps, Data, and Software Engineering, servicing an array of noteworthy financial services and technology firms. Through research and development initiatives in our FinLabs we develop solutions for modernization, from Artificial Intelligence and Blockchain to Data Science models, Digital Underwriting, mobile‑first applications and more. Over the last 20+ years, our company has been honored with multiple employer awards, recognizing our commitment to our talented teams. With top clients to boast about, Synechron has a global workforce of 14,500+, and has 58 offices in 21 countries within key global markets.

The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Lead SaaS Engineer with a strong background in Trading domain to join our innovative team. The ideal candidate will possess over 10 years of experience in SaaS design and development, with a proven track record of designing and implementing complex applications. Candidate will lead projects that leverage SaaS Cloud Migration to enhance the solutions and drive efficiency across migration processes.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and deployment of Java-based applications incorporating SaaS Cloud Migration solutions.
• Leverage SaaS migration to improve quality, performance and serving as a mentor for team members on best practices.
• Collaborate with SaaS engineers to investigate and migrate the SaaS Cloud migration models and algorithms into software cloud applications. Ensure the performance, security, and reliability of applications throughout their lifecycle.
• Conduct performance reviews, providing constructive feedback and guidance to team/junior engineers.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and trends in SaaS cloud migration to drive innovation.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, objectives, and deliverables.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum of 10 years of proven experience as a SaaS Engineer with a strong portfolio of successful projects.
• Extensive experience with .Net, frameworks, and API applications.
• Proficiency working with projects in Asset Management firms.
• Familiarity with and experience with migration projects.
• Extensive knowledge about daily data files, such as accounts, positions, transaction, security, cash & pricing.
• Extensive knowledge SEI Trust 3000 system & SEI SWP systems would be a plus.
• Must have experience Azure cloud deployment, Ansible, Pet & Cattle deployments.
• Exceptional problem‑solving skills, attention to detail, and a commitment to quality.
• Strong communication, leadership, and mentorship abilities.

Preferred, but not required

• Experience with major new trends.
• Familiarity with containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes).

We offer

• A highly competitive compensation and benefits package.
• A multinational organization with 58 offices in 21 countries and the possibility to work abroad.
• 10 days of paid annual leave (plus sick leave and national holidays).
• Maternity & paternity leave plans.
• A comprehensive insurance plan including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and long-/short-term disability (plans vary by region).
• Retirement savings plans.
• A higher education certification policy.
• Commuter benefits (varies by region).
• Extensive training opportunities, focused on skills, substantive knowledge, and personal development.
• On-demand Udemy for Business for all Synechron employees with free access to more than 5000 curated courses.
• Coaching opportunities with experienced colleagues from our Financial Innovation Labs (FinLabs) and Center of Excellences (CoE) groups.
• Cutting edge projects at the world’s leading tier‑one banks, financial institutions and insurance firms.
• A flat and approachable organization.
• A truly diverse, fun-loving, and global work culture.

SYNECHRON’S DIVERSITY & INCLUSION STATEMENT

Diversity & Inclusion are fundamental to our culture, and Synechron is proud to be an equal opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. Our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) initiative ‘Same Difference’ is committed to fostering an inclusive culture – promoting equality, diversity and an environment that is respectful to all. We strongly believe that a diverse workforce helps build stronger, successful businesses as a global company. We encourage applicants from across diverse backgrounds, race, ethnicities, religion, age, marital status, gender, sexual orientations, or disabilities to apply. We empower our global workforce by offering flexible workplace arrangements, mentoring, internal mobility, learning and development programs, and more.

All employment decisions at Synechron are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to the applicant’s gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, race, ethnicity, disabled or veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.