AVP/VP, Software Engineer, Technology Group

About WhiteCrow

We are global talent research, insight, and sourcing specialists with offices in the UK, USA, Singapore, Malaysia, Hong Kong, Dubai, and India. Our international reach has helped us to understand and penetrate specialist markets at a global level. In addition to this, our service is also extended to complement our client's in-house talent acquisition teams.

About the client

As an AVP/VP, Software Engineer, Technology Group, you will be responsible for...

• Collaborating and Innovating: Partnering with portfolio managers, business managers, and product owners to tackle complex challenges and transform them into purposeful software solutions that drive our success
• Designing and Developing: Crafting advanced algorithms and applications that significantly improve operational efficiency, enhance decision-making, and propel strategic initiatives forward
• Leveraging Emerging Technologies: Harnessing the power of machine learning and artificial intelligence to create innovative solutions that give us a competitive edge in the industry
• Championing Excellence: Leading peer code reviews and share your technical expertise to cultivate a culture of continuous improvement and excellence
• Ensuring Quality: Executing rigorous System Integration Tests and working closely with business users on User Acceptance Tests to guarantee top-tier deliverables
• Document and Guiding: Developing comprehensive documentation and user guides to ensure seamless adoption and utilisation of new systems
• Staying Ahead: Continuously exploring and integrating emerging technologies to keep our solutions at the forefront of innovation.

What you already have...

• At least 5 years of relevant experience in software development, and hands-on experience in solution designing, software testing, and production support
• Proficiency in Agile software development methodologies and practices such as Scrum, Kanban, or Test-Driven Development
• Hands-on technical skills and good competency in Java and related frameworks such as Spring or Hibernate
• Strong experience with Java / C# Dot Net / Typescript / Python
• Preferred experience in relevant domains, including but not limited to the financial sector, such as SaaS integrations, enabling a deep understanding of industry-specific challenges and solutions
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS or Azure and containerisation technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Strong team player who is keen to learn, independent, and possesses strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Passionate about understanding business requirements and using technology to transform or improve current state
• Familiar with and interested in learning about current and emerging technology landscapes
• Bachelor's or equivalent degree in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) related discipline is advantageous
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic environment and demonstrate strong prioritisation skills
• Experience leading engineering teams and/or mentoring junior software engineers is advantageous, especially for VP candidates.