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Full Stack Engineer / Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering

HSBC · Pune Division, Maharashtra, India

  • On site
  • Full-time
  • $150,000 / year
  • Pune Division, Maharashtra, India

Job highlights

  • Lead full stack engineering teams and projects.
  • Provide technical direction and mentorship.
  • Drive end-to-end product delivery and support.
  • Automate CI/CD pipelines and processes.
  • Shape technology strategy and innovation.

About the role

About HSBC

Some careers shine brighter than others. If you’re looking for a career that will help you stand out, join HSBC and fulfil your potential. Whether you want a career that could take you to the top, or simply take you in an exciting new direction, HSBC offers opportunities, support and rewards that will take you further. HSBC is one of the largest banking and financial services organisations in the world, with operations in 64 countries and territories. We aim to be where the growth is, enabling businesses to thrive and economies to prosper, and, ultimately, helping people to fulfil their hopes and realise their ambitions.

Role Overview

We are currently seeking an experienced professional to join our team in the role of Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering.

In This Role, You Will

  • Provide coaching and guiding directly or indirectly to engineering teams by giving clear technical direction, feedback and timely suggestions to ensure a high-quality standard of deliverables according to HSBC standards and best practices.
  • Provide technical leadership across the end-to-end delivery and run lifecycle, utilising their skills and expertise to carry out software development, testing and operational support activities typically being deployed to resolve the most challenging and/or impactful projects or deliveries.
  • End to end accountability for a product or service, identifying and developing the most appropriate Technology solutions to meet customer needs as part of the Customer Journey.
  • Establish a digital environment and automate processes to minimize variation and ensure predictable high-quality code and data. Create technical test plans and records, including unit and integration tests to drive fully automated test execution.
  • Provide support to DevOps teams working at all stages of a product or service release/change with a strong customer focus and end to end journeys, ensuring they have an excellent domain knowledge.
  • Working with Ops, Dev and Test Engineers to ensure operational issues (performance, operator intervention, alerting, design defect related issues, etc.) are identified and addressed at all stages of a product or service release / change.
  • Provide support in identification and resolution of all incidents associated with the IT service, as directed by leadership of the DevOps team.
  • Ensure service resilience, service sustainability and recovery time objectives are met for all the software solutions delivered.
  • Responsible for automating the continuous integration / continuous delivery pipeline within a DevOps Product/Service team driving a culture of continuous improvement.
  • Work with industry groups/peers and vendors outside of HSBC to establish and maintain HSBC's involvement and influence in the engineering space.
  • Promote innovation and adoption of cutting-edge specialist technologies and practices with the domain and across HSBC.

To be successful in this role, you should meet the following requirements:

  • Currently be a hands-on full stack developer and possess a minimal of 11+ years’ experience of hands-on advanced software development.
  • Possess strong demonstrable technical capabilities (API, microservices, Java, web-based technologies, Nodejs, ReactJS, database, artificial intelligence, etc).
  • Experience with cloud native development and public cloud providers like GCP or Azure.
  • Experience implementing customer facing applications.
  • Very good understanding of technology and its application, e.g., mobile app, host to host technologies, artificial intelligence, microservices, etc.
  • Knowledge and experience on DevOps, Disciplined Agile Delivery (DAD), Agile control Framework.
  • Experience presenting to senior stakeholders in both business and technology.
  • Are passionate about technology and look for opportunities to learn & bring new ideas to the team.
  • Have experience with Production Support and incident management.
  • Excellent knowledge of their technical environment and will have significant responsibility in setting the way forward in the types of technology they look after.
  • Forward thinking, making the right decisions based on strategy.
  • Strong communication skills to help for negotiating, collaborating, presenting, facilitating, influencing engineering teams, stakeholders, etc.
  • Demonstrable ability to mentor, develop talent and motivate staff to reach their optimum performance levels and career development.
  • Want to be part of a world class team, working for a business with a need and appreciation for excellent software engineers.

HSBC Values and Culture

You’ll achieve more when you join HSBC. www.hsbc.com/careers HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected and opinions count. We take pride in providing a workplace that fosters continuous professional development, flexible working and opportunities to grow within an inclusive and diverse environment. Personal data held by the Bank relating to employment applications will be used in accordance with our Privacy Statement, which is available on our website. Issued by – HSBC Software Development India

Key skills/competency

  • Full Stack Engineering
  • Associate Director
  • Software Engineering
  • Technical Leadership
  • DevOps
  • Agile Delivery
  • Cloud Native Development
  • API Development
  • Microservices
  • Incident Management

Skills & topics

  • Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering
  • Full Stack Developer
  • Software Engineering
  • Technical Leadership
  • DevOps
  • Agile
  • Java
  • ReactJS
  • NodeJS
  • API
  • Microservices
  • Cloud Native
  • GCP
  • Azure
  • Incident Management
  • Production Support
  • Team Mentorship
  • Stakeholder Management
  • Financial Services
  • Banking Technology

How to get hired

  • Tailor your resume: Highlight your 11+ years of full stack experience, Java, ReactJS, Nodejs, API, and cloud (GCP/Azure) skills.
  • Showcase leadership: Emphasize your experience in coaching teams, technical direction, and stakeholder presentation.
  • Demonstrate DevOps proficiency: Detail your experience with CI/CD, automated testing, and incident management.
  • Express passion for technology: Convey your drive for innovation, learning, and bringing new ideas to HSBC.
  • Prepare for interviews: Be ready to discuss your technical solutions, strategic thinking, and leadership approach.

Technical preparation

Master Java, ReactJS, Nodejs, and database technologies.,Deepen cloud-native skills with GCP or Azure.,Practice API design and microservices architecture.,Review CI/CD, automated testing, and incident management.

Behavioral questions

Describe a challenging technical project you led.,How do you mentor and develop junior engineers?,Share an example of influencing senior stakeholders.,How do you foster innovation within a team?

Frequently asked questions

What are the key technical skills required for the Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering role at HSBC?
The Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering role at HSBC requires strong demonstrable technical capabilities in API, microservices, Java, web-based technologies (Nodejs, ReactJS), databases, and artificial intelligence. Experience with cloud-native development on platforms like GCP or Azure, and a deep understanding of technology applications such as mobile apps and host-to-host technologies are also essential.
How much experience is needed for the Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering position at HSBC?
HSBC is looking for candidates with a minimum of 11+ years of hands-on advanced software development experience. This includes current experience as a hands-on full stack developer.
What is the work arrangement for the Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering role?
While the job description doesn't explicitly state the work arrangement, roles of this seniority level at large financial institutions often involve a hybrid or on-site model. It is recommended to clarify this during the application process or interview.
Does HSBC value innovation in the Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering role?
Yes, HSBC explicitly seeks candidates who are passionate about technology, look for opportunities to learn, and bring new ideas to the team. The role involves promoting innovation and adopting cutting-edge specialist technologies and practices.
What are the leadership responsibilities for an Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering at HSBC?
Leadership responsibilities include providing coaching and technical direction to engineering teams, leading end-to-end delivery and operational support, and mentoring staff. You will also be responsible for setting the technological direction and making strategic decisions.
What is the importance of DevOps and Agile methodologies for this role at HSBC?
Knowledge and experience in DevOps, Disciplined Agile Delivery (DAD), and Agile control frameworks are important. You will be responsible for automating the continuous integration/continuous delivery pipeline and driving a culture of continuous improvement within a DevOps Product/Service team.
How can I best prepare my resume for the Associate Director Fullstack Software Engineering role at HSBC?
To prepare your resume for this role at HSBC, ensure you highlight your 11+ years of hands-on full stack development experience, specific technical skills (Java, ReactJS, Nodejs, API, cloud platforms), and your experience in leadership, DevOps, and Agile methodologies. Quantify your achievements wherever possible.
What is the company culture like at HSBC for software engineers?
HSBC is committed to building a culture where all employees are valued, respected, and their opinions count. They pride themselves on fostering continuous professional development, flexible working, and opportunities for growth within an inclusive and diverse environment.