Senior People Manager, Development

Experience: 10 to 15 years

Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India

Skills: Generative AI, Agile methodologies, data-driven solutions, data architecture, data modeling, database design, data warehouse design, performance optimization, ETL tools, SSIS, Informatica, BI tools, Power BI, SSRS, MicroStrategy, SaaS, cloud-based applications, modern software architectures, GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot, communication, collaboration, people leadership, process improvements, engineering rigor

Who are we?
At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.

What will you contribute?
Reporting to Dawid Bienkowski, the Senior Manager Development will be responsible for leading and managing a locally based development team in Pune, overseeing the technical delivery of data‑driven solutions and the product development of the Financial Messaging product suite. This role involves end‑to‑end engineering leadership across design, development, quality, and delivery. The Senior Manager will manage resources using Agile methodologies, support hiring and career development, and foster a high‑performance engineering culture. A key expectation for this role is the daily use of Generative AI (GenAI) tools to accelerate development, improve quality, enhance productivity, and drive innovation. The Senior Manager must actively embrace, promote, and model the adoption of GenAI across the team. The Senior Manager will also collaborate closely with Product Owners, Architects, Program Managers, developers, and end users to ensure successful implementation of product capabilities.

Responsibilities & Deliverables
Technical & Delivery Leadership
Provide strong technical leadership and direction for the Pune development team. Oversee technical design, systems analysis, coding, unit testing, and integration. Ensure delivery of high‑quality, secure, scalable, and maintainable software. Drive data architecture initiatives including data modeling,



database and data warehouse design, performance optimization, and cost‑efficient architecture. Guide usage of ETL tools (e.g., SSIS, Informatica) and BI/reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, SSRS, MicroStrategy). Use GenAI tools daily to support architecture design, code generation, documentation, analysis, and quality improvements. Champion the adoption of GenAI practices within the team, ensuring engineers are trained, equipped, and encouraged to leverage GenAI responsibly and effectively.

Team & People Leadership
Manage and grow a strong local engineering team in Pune. Attract, hire, develop, and retain high‑performing engineering talent. Provide coaching, mentorship, and structured career growth opportunities. Build a culture of ownership, innovation, and continuous improvement. Promote a mindset of experimentation and productivity through use of GenAI and modern engineering tools.

Execution & Delivery Excellence
Deliver software releases on time, within budget, and with high quality. Drive Agile execution and SDLC best practices. Embed quality early by ensuring automation and testability are incorporated from the start. Prioritize and manage workloads across multiple time zones and stakeholders. Continuously refine engineering processes to improve velocity and predictability.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration
Collaborate with: Solution / Application Architects
Developers and QA
Operations and Infrastructure
Program & Project Management
Business & Systems Analysts
Offshore / outsourced engineering partners

Required Experience
10–15 years of professional software development experience in a senior engineering role. 5+ years of management experience, including leading offshore or distributed teams. Demonstrated experience managing development teams and delivering enterprise‑grade software. Strong background in SaaS, cloud‑based applications, and modern software architectures.



Proven track record leading complex projects across multiple teams and stakeholders. Strong ability to learn and adapt to current languages, frameworks, and technologies quickly. Hands‑on experience using Generative AI tools (e.g., GitHub Copilot, ChatGPT, Microsoft Copilot) as part of daily work, with a clear mindset for operationalizing GenAI across engineering workflows. Excellent communication, collaboration, and people leadership skills. Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and engineering rigor.

We are proud to offer a range of incentives to our employees worldwide.
These benefits are available to everyone, regardless of grade, and reflect the values we uphold:
• Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, based on your location and business priorities. Hybrid working arrangements, and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
• Well-being: Access Confidential one-on-one therapy through our Employee Assistance Program, find support from our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and a calendar of monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thrive - Inside and Outside of work.
• Medical, life & disability insurance, retirement plan, lifestyle and other benefits*
• Sustainability: Benefit from paid time off for volunteering and donation matching.
• DEI: Participate in multiple DE&I; groups for open involvement (e.g., Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, Women@Finastra).
• Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
• Recognition: Be part of our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and contribute to regular employee surveys to help shape Finastra and foster a culture where everyone is engaged and empowered to perform at their best.
*Specific benefits may vary by location. At Finastra, each individual is unique, bringing their own ideas, thoughts, cultural beliefs, backgrounds, and experiences together. We learn from one another, embrace and celebrate our differences, and create an environment where everyone feels safe to be themselves. Be unique, be exceptional, and help us make a difference at Finastra!

📌 Senior People Manager, Development (Pune)
🏢 Finastra
📍 Pune