Senior Manager - Dev-HC-FS

About KPMG in India

KPMG entities in India are professional services firm(s). These Indian member firms are affiliated with KPMG International Limited. KPMG was established in India in August 1993. Our professionals leverage the global network of firms, and are conversant with local laws, regulations, markets and competition. KPMG has offices across India in Ahmedabad, Bengaluru, Chandigarh, Chennai, Gurugram, Jaipur, Hyderabad, Jaipur, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, Noida, Pune, Vadodara and Vijayawada. 

KPMG entities in India offer services to national and international clients in India across sectors. We strive to provide rapid, performance-based, industry-focused and technology-enabled services, which reflect a shared knowledge of global and local industries and our experience of the Indian business environment.

Position Overview:

We are seeking an experienced Solutions Architect to join our growing team. The ideal candidate will have 8-15 years of overall experience, with at least 2 years of experience in an architecture-focused role. The successful candidate will play a key role in designing and implementing robust, scalable, and secure solutions, with a deep understanding of Banking and Financial Services. Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), containerization, and DevOps practices will be key to success in this role. Candidates with a consulting background will be preferred.

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Key Responsibilities:

•            Solution Design & Architecture: Lead the design, development, and implementation of complex solutions for Banking and Financial Services applications, focusing on high availability, scalability, and security.

•            Cloud Architecture: Utilize cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP to design and implement cloud-native solutions, including the integration of cloud services and containerized applications.

•            API Strategy & Integration: Develop strategies for API integrations, leveraging API Gateway solutions for secure and efficient communication across services. Design RESTful APIs and ensure seamless integration with internal and external services.

•            Containerization & DevOps: Design solutions that leverage containerization technologies (e.g., Kubernetes, Docker) and DevOps best practices to streamline deployment pipelines and improve system performance and scalability.

•            Enterprise Architecture: Collaborate with enterprise architects to ensure that solutions align with the broader IT and business architecture, maintaining consistency with TOGAF principles and ensuring strategic alignment.

•            Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders, product owners, and development teams to ensure the successful design and delivery of solutions that meet business requirements.

•            Security & Compliance: Ensure all solutions comply with relevant banking and financial services regulations, including security protocols and data privacy.

•            Mentorship & Leadership: Provide technical leadership to development teams, guiding them in best practices for architecture, design, and implementation. Share knowledge on emerging technologies and industry trends.

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Skills & Qualifications:

•       BE/BTech. MBA/MTech/PGDM is a plus.

•            Experience:

o            8-12 years of overall experience in IT, with at least 2 years of experience as a Solutions Architect.

o            Strong background in the Banking and Financial Services industry with a deep understanding of its challenges, regulations, and best practices.

•            Technical Skills:

o            Proven experience in designing cloud-native applications and services on platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP.

o            Expertise in Containerization technologies, including Kubernetes and Docker.

o            Solid understanding of DevOps practices and tools for continuous integration/continuous delivery (CI/CD).

o            Knowledge of API design and integration, with experience in using API Gateways.

o            Hands-on experience with integration patterns, including Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) and microservices-based architectures.

o            Proficiency in programming languages such as Java, Python, and JavaScript.

•            Architectural Frameworks:

o            Experience with TOGAF (The Open Group Architecture Framework) and understanding of Enterprise Architecture principles.

•            Banking & Financial Services Expertise:

o            In-depth knowledge of Mobile Banking, Internet Banking, and related technologies, including mobile apps development.

o            Familiarity with the security and regulatory requirements in the banking industry (e.g., GDPR, PSD2, PCI-DSS).

•            Soft Skills:

o            Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to engage with senior business leaders, developers, and stakeholders effectively.

o            Analytical mindset with the ability to solve complex problems and think critically about architecture solutions.

o            Ability to mentor and guide junior developers and architects.

•            Certifications (optional but preferred):

o            Certifications in AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

o            TOGAF or other architecture-related certifications.