Lead Software Engineer

Lead Software Engineer - AI and .Net

WHAT MAKES US, US

Join some of the most innovative thinkers in FinTech as we lead the evolution of financial technology. If you are an innovative, curious, collaborative person who embraces challenges and wants to grow, learn and pursue outcomes with our prestigious financial clients, say Hello to SimCorp!

At its foundation, SimCorp is guided by our values - caring, customer success-driven, collaborative, curious, and courageous. Our people-centered organization focuses on skills development, relationship building, and client success. We take pride in cultivating an environment where all team members can grow, feel heard, valued, and empowered.

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WHY THIS ROLE IS IMPORTANT TO US

In SimCorp, we help some of the biggest financial institutions in the world be successful by simplifying their accounting, operations, and investments. We do this through IT systems, processes, and financial knowledge. High quality, performing, secure, and cost-effective software is at the core of what we do. To build, maintain and operate this software, engineers are essential to us.

You will be working with a team of about 12 people located in Noida/Hyderabad in India and Copenhagen, Denmark. The Product Development team functions as a center of enablement for artificial intelligence (AI), providing knowledge and guidelines to other teams, as well as working hands on implementing and operating solutions with AI.

WHAT YOU WILL BE RESPONSIBLE FOR

The Lead Software Engineer at SimCorp, at the IC5 grade, is responsible for leading and driving the design, development, and implementation of complex software solutions. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop high-quality software that meets business requirements and technical specifications. The Lead Software Engineer takes ownership of key engineering projects, provides technical guidance to junior engineers, and ensures that software is delivered on time and within scope. This position requires advanced problem-solving skills, expertise in software engineering practices, and the ability to work in a collaborative and fast-paced environment.

We work team-based, so your primary responsibility is as a team member. You need to make sure the team delivers on its commitments, that it's a good place to work for you and your teammates, and that it continuously improves.

Daily tasks are for example:

· Developing plugins and tools for generative AI models, Agentic AI solutions.

· Going from proof-of-concepts to high quality, production ready solutions.

· Integrating AI functionality with modules and Agents developed by other teams

· Lead the design and development of software solutions, ensuring they meet business needs and technical requirements

· Provide technical leadership and mentorship to engineering teams, cultivating a collaborative and high-performance environment

· Collaborate with product management, design, and quality assurance teams to ensure seamless integration and delivery of software solutions

· Identify and resolve complex technical issues, ensuring high-quality solutions that are scalable, reliable, and performant

· Ensure adherence to software development best practices, including coding standards, testing, and documentation

· Take ownership of key features and components, driving their design and implementation from concept to delivery

· Continuously assess and improve engineering processes, recommending new tools and technologies to enhance productivity and software quality

· Participate in code reviews, ensuring that the team follows best practices and maintains high standards for software quality

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

Most importantly, you can see yourself contributing and thriving in the position described above. How you gained the skills needed for doing that is less important. We expect you to be good at several of the following and be able to - and interested in - learning the rest.

· 7+ years of direct experience with .NET technologies (C#, Microsoft .NET).

· Experience in building AI solutions (preferably 2+ years), with a keen interest in Agentic AI and associated projects will be an added advantage.

· Experience with generative AI tools like OpenAI for Azure, protocols like A2A/MCP plugins & function calls for example through SemanticKernel.

· Comprehensive understanding and practical experience with application architecture, covering both frontend and backend systems

· Proficiency in working with Azure and Azure DevOps.

· Experience with Agile development methodologies, as well as DevOps and CI/CD practices

As a person, you have the following traits:

· Demonstrating responsibility. Comfortable taking the lead on tasks.

· Earn trust, think big, and take calculated risks.

· You collaborate with team members to work towards common goals.

· Solid problem-solving skills and comfortable questioning assumptions and as-is.

· Exhibits a consistent approach and a creative mindset.

· Thrives in a collaborative environment and values teamwork

· Like to have fun at work and positivity comes easily to you

· Proficient English verbal and communication skills

BENEFITS

· Flexible working hours and hybrid model - 2 days in the office, 3 days remote

· Modern office (next to Wilanowska metro station) with quiet zones and ergonomic workstations

· Base salary with annual bonus structure

· Holiday allowance upon a 2-week vacation

· Occasional remote work across Poland and international options available (up to 24 days domestic, 20 days international per year - subject to internal policy)

· Employer-paid Medicover Platinum healthcare package (employee-paid family upgrade available)

· Multisport card with 75% employer contribution

· Unum group life insurance (employee-paid upgrade available)

· Medicover travel insurance for private trips and global business travel insurance

· Possibility to join Deutsche Börse Group Share Plan (eligible after 1 year)

· Copyrights program for certain roles

· Possibility to develop your career in an international environment

· Professional training and courses provided by SimCorp

· Polish language classes for foreign employees; German and English classes based on business needs

· Integration events, volunteering initiatives and employee-led clubs

Compensation ranges are being disclosed at the initial stage of candidate engagement.

NEXT STEPS

Please send us your application in English via our career site as soon as possible, we process incoming applications continually. Please note that only applications sent through our system will be processed. At SimCorp, we recognize that bias can unintentionally occur in the recruitment process. To uphold fairness and equal opportunities for all applicants, we kindly ask you to exclude personal data such as photo, age, or any non-professional information from your application. Thank you for aiding us in our endeavor to mitigate biases in our recruitment process.

If you are interested in being a part of SimCorp but are not sure this role is suitable, submit your CV anyway. SimCorp is on an exciting growth journey, and our Talent Acquisition Team is ready to assist you discover the right role for you. The approximate time to consider your CV is three weeks.

We are eager to continually improve our talent acquisition process and make everyone's experience positive and valuable. Therefore, during the process we will ask you to provide your feedback, which is highly appreciated.

WHO WE ARE

For over 50 years, we have worked closely with investment and asset managers to become the world's leading provider of integrated investment management solutions. We are 3,000+ colleagues with a broad range of nationalities, educations, professional experiences, ages, and backgrounds.

SimCorp is an independent subsidiary of the Deutsche Börse Group. Following the recent merger with Axioma, we leverage the combined strength of our brands to provide an industry-leading, full, front-to-back offering for our clients.

SimCorp is an equal opportunity employer and welcome applicants from all backgrounds, without regard to race, gender, age, disability, or any other protected status under applicable law. We are committed to building a culture where diverse perspectives and expertise are integrated into our everyday work. We believe in the continual growth and development of our employees, so that we can provide best-in-class solutions to our clients.