Senior Consultant

Job Summary

As a Senior Consultant within Banking Consulting Europe, you will play a pivotal technical role in the development, implementation, or support of Oracle's next-generation banking solutions. Operating independently with guidance as needed, you will collaborate with cross-functional and client teams to deliver solutions that meet the evolving business, regulatory, and technical needs of financial institutions.

Qualifications & Skills

Mandatory:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 3–7 years' experience in development, implementation, or support of core banking applications, with at least 2 years using Core Java, J2EE, Microservices, Spring Boot, JavaScript, and XML.
• Experience with Oracle FLEXCUBE or similar core banking products.
• Skilled in Oracle SQL, PL/SQL, database management (Oracle 18c/12c), and application server deployment/support—preferably Oracle WebLogic.
• Proficiency in release management, source control, and issue tracking tools.
• Strong client interaction, communication, and documentation skills in English.
• Willingness to work offshore/on-site, within rotational shifts, and travel as project needs dictate.

Good-to-Have:

• Exposure to banking domain, banking technologies, and banking terminology.
• Familiarity with DevOps, testing tools, Oracle OBIEE Reports, BIP, Oracle Fusion SOA/Middleware.
• Knowledge of modern software development practices.
• Experience in high-pressure, fast-moving project environments.
• Oracle Banking/FLEXCUBE technical certifications (or willingness to obtain).

Self-Assessment Questions

• Do you have at least 3 years' experience in developing, implementing, or supporting core banking solutions, specifically with Oracle FLEXCUBE or equivalent products?

• Are you proficient in Core Java, J2EE, Microservices architectures (including Spring Boot), and comfortable working with Oracle SQL/PLSQL and application server environments?

• Can you effectively communicate and document solutions for technical and business stakeholders in English?

• Are you comfortable working both independently and as part of a diverse, geographically distributed team—including offshore and client-site assignments?

• Are you able to adapt to evolving project requirements and manage tasks under tight deadlines in a regulated financial services setting?

• Act as a Senior Technical Team Member in development, implementation, migration, integration, and managed services activities for Oracle FLEXCUBE and related core banking solutions.

• Analyze, design, and implement solutions for complex business requirements, coordinating with Oracle and client stakeholders.
• Develop software programs per given specifications using Core Java, J2EE, Microservices, and related technologies, ensuring adherence to defined standards and processes.
• Support software deployment and troubleshooting, particularly on application servers such as Oracle WebLogic, and ensure quality code delivery.
• Conduct and support test cycles, including unit testing, EOD (End of Day) runs, and execution of migration/integration activities.
• Document all deliverables and activities according to agreed standards and processes for audit and compliance purposes.
• Perform issue tracking, timely status reporting, and knowledge transfer at assignment conclusion.
• Participate in release management, source control, and compliance reporting, including timely submission of timesheets and expenses.