Technical Stream Lead - Core Banking Transformation - Financial Services

EY is the only major professional services firm with a dedicated financial services practice (EY FSO) integrated in the EMEIA region. An international team of over 16.000 professionals is working across borders for our clients in the financial sector: Banking, Insurance, Payment Institutions and Wealth & Asset Management, in all service lines: Consulting, Tax, Transactions and Assurance. As we consider our people as the heart of EY, we hire and develop the most passionate people in their field to build a better working world. This starts with a culture that believes in giving you the training, opportunities and creative freedom to make things better. So that, whenever you join, however long you stay, the exceptional EY experience lasts a lifetime. 

At EY, we are redefining the financial services landscape through innovative technology solutions. We’re on a quest for a Technical Stream Lead with a wealth of cloud-native software development experience and a bold vision for core banking transformation. This role is sculpted for an individual eager to step into a consultant role, marked by drive, impact, and leadership.
 

The Opportunity 

As a Technical Stream Lead, you'll chart the course of our core banking transformation initiatives. Your expertise in cloud-native development is vital as we transition traditional banking systems to agile, resilient, and scalable cloud architectures. This opportunity calls for someone who thrives in dynamic environments and is ready to embody the role of a consultant with verve.
 

Key Responsibilities 

•    Steer our core banking transformation projects, ensuring technological and strategic objectives are met with innovation and agility.
•    Collaboratively design and implement cloud-native banking solutions, capitalizing on your development experience to deliver high quality and performance.
•    Take ownership of your technical stream, from conception through to delivery, including architecture, design, development, testing, and deployment.
•    Engage actively with stakeholders, ensuring clear communication and understanding of transformation goals, progress, challenges, and results.
•    Lead, motivate, and manage cross-functional teams to excel in their delivery with mentorship and guidance, emphasizing collaboration and team cohesion.
•    Assure alignment with industry best practices for security and compliance, particularly those pertaining to financial services.
•    Evaluate the latest cloud technologies and tools, advocating for adoption where they will bring strategic advantage or innovation.
•    Contribute thought leadership within the transformation space, inspiring others with your vision and understanding of the impacts of cloud technology within banking.

Skills and Attributes for Success 

•    Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, IT, or software engineering.
•    A minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud-native software development, with a demonstrated portfolio of successful projects.
•    Proficiency in modern cloud platforms and architectures (AWS, Azure, GCP) and understanding of IaaS, PaaS, SaaS offerings.
•    Skilled in designing and developing microservices, API-driven interfaces, and scalable systems.
•    Familiar with DevOps practices and CI/CD tools that support streamlined software delivery.
•    Proven leadership skills with the ability to drive teams and manage complex technical projects.
•    Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and negotiation skills, paired with impeccable communication.

What working at EY Offers 

•    A pivotal role in leading the core banking transformation within an industry-recognized consultancy firm.
•    The chance to work with a roster of reputable clients and to shape the future of banking technology.
•    Continuous professional development opportunities in a culture that values education, growth, and thought leadership.
•    Competitive remuneration package with benefits that reward your drive and contributions.
•    A supportive environment where innovative ideas are encouraged and leadership is cultivated.