Lead engineering teams delivering AI-enabled platforms, forward development initiatives, and core software systems .
Drive large-scale transformation programs , including platform modernization, refactoring initiatives, and migration efforts.
Own the design and delivery of shared tooling, frameworks, and developer productivity platforms .
Provide architectural guidance across backend services, APIs, distributed systems, and cloud-native architectures .
Lead forward development efforts, including re-engineering existing solutions, building new capabilities, proof-of-concepts, and next-generation platform solutions.
Leverage product and platform consumption data to understand how features and tools are used, and use insights to guide design, prioritization, and improvement.
Cross-Functional & Stakeholder Leadership
Partner with Product, Platform, Cloud, and DevEx teams to deliver cross-company initiatives.
Work effectively across global, distributed engineering teams and multi-geo delivery models.
Manage and influence senior stakeholders , providing clear technical direction, progress visibility, and risk management.
Translate business and platform strategy into executable engineering roadmaps.
People Leadership
Manage, mentor, and grow senior engineers and technical leads .
Support Lead Engineers transitioning into people or platform leadership roles.
Foster a culture of engineering excellence, accountability, and continuous improvement .
Additional Responsibilities:
Mentor engineers through coaching, 1:1s, and career planning
Collaborate across Product, Design, and Engineering teams
Drive code reviews, architecture planning, and system monitoring
Manage Agile ceremonies including planning, retrospectives, backlog grooming
Champion innovation and continuous improvement
Support hiring and onboarding of new engineers.
Required Qualifications:
10+ years of experience in software engineering, platform engineering, or backend systems.
6+ years of related experience; 4+ years with advanced degree is acceptable.
Minimum 2 years of managing and developing employees Working as a Lead Engineer or Engineering Manager with people management responsibility.
Proven experience running large-scale engineering transformation programs , including refactoring or platform modernization.
Hands-on experience building or leading AI-enabled systems , automation, or platform capabilities.
Strong backend development experience using Java, Go, Python, Node.js , or similar languages.
Solid foundation in system design, distributed systems, and API design .
Practical experience with AWS, Azure, or GCP .
Experience working with global, distributed engineering teams .
Strong communication skills and proven ability to manage senior technical and business stakeholders .
Experience analyzing usage or consumption data to evaluate adoption and effectiveness of product features or internal tools.
Requirements
Experience with LLM-based systems , AI agents, or AI platform enablement.
Experience building internal tooling, shared platforms, or developer enabl
Additional Information
As passionate about our people as we are about our mission.
Why Join Q2?
Q2 is a leading provider of digital banking and lending solutions to banks, credit unions, alternative finance companies, and fintechs in the U.S. and internationally. Our mission is simple: build strong and diverse communities through innovative financial technology-and we do that by empowering our people to help create success for our customers.
What Makes Q2 Special?
Being as passionate about our people as we are about our mission. We celebrate our employees in many ways, including our "Circle of Awesomeness" award ceremony and day of employee celebration among others! We invest in the growth and development of our team members through ongoing learning opportunities, mentorship programs, internal mobility, and meaningful leadership relationships. We also know that nothing builds trust and collaboration like having fun. We hold an annual Dodgeball for Charity event at our Q2 Stadium in Austin, inviting other local companies to play, and community organizations we support to raise money and awareness together.
We are seeking a high-performing Lead Engineer who has managed teams or an experienced Engineering Manager to lead strategic initiatives across AI Enablement, Forward Development, and core Software Development .
This role is responsible for driving large-scale engineering transformation programs , modernizing platforms, and building forward-looking capabilities that improve system scalability, reliability, and developer productivity. The role requires deep technical expertise, strong cross-functional influence, and the ability to operate effectively across global engineering teams .
This is a hands-on technical leadership role balancing architecture, execution, and people leadership.
Focus Areas: AI Enablement, Forward Development, Software Development
Q2ebanking · Bangalore, India