Sr Principal Consultant - Software Engineering Manager

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At Genpact, we don’t just keep up with technology—we set the pace. AI and digital innovation are redefining industries, and we’re leading the charge. Genpact’s AI Gigafactory, our industry-first accelerator, is an example of how we’re scaling advanced technology solutions to help global enterprises work smarter, grow faster, and transform at scale. From large-scale models to agentic AI, our breakthrough solutions tackle companies’ most complex challenges.
If you thrive in a fast-moving, innovation-driven environment, love building and deploying cutting-edge AI solutions, and want to push the boundaries of what’s possible, this is your moment.
Genpact (NYSE: G) is an advanced technology services and solutions company that delivers lasting value for leading enterprises globally. Through our deep business knowledge, operational excellence, and cutting-edge solutions – we help companies across industries get ahead and stay ahead. Powered by curiosity, courage, and innovation, our teams implement data, technology, and AI to create tomorrow, today. Get to know us at genpact.com and on LinkedIn, X, YouTube, and Facebook.
Inviting applications for the role of Sr Principal Consultant - Software Engineering Manager
In this role, we are looking for a highly skilled Software Engineering Manager to lead and mentor our Software Development team, drive technical excellence, and deliver high-quality software solutions. This role involves overseeing end-to-end development, ensuring best software development practices, fostering innovation, and partnering with cross-functional teams to achieve business goals.
Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of software engineers, ownership, and continuous improvement.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to anticipate issues and frame remedial actions effectively.
• Oversee the design, development, and delivery of scalable, secure, and high-quality software solutions.
• Guide architectural decisions and ensure alignment with technical and business strategies.
• Promote best-in-class software engineering practices (Coding strategies, Branching strategies, code quality, code reviews, CI/CD, test automation, performance optimization, etc.,).
• Collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, and Stakeholders to define Software engineering best practices across the Ecosystem.
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and with high quality.
• Identify risks, remove roadblocks, and ensure smooth execution across all PODs and teams.
• Act as the primary point of contact from software development team on technical discussions and cross-team coordination.
• Build strong partnerships with Product, QA, Development, and other Stakeholders.
• Drive metrics-based decision-making (velocity, defects, performance KPIs, operational metrics) for MORs, Weekly Governance meetings, etc.,

Qualifications we seek in you!
Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• Extensive experience in software development, including significant experience in a leadership or managerial role with proven experience in Software development life cycle.
• Strong technical background in modern application development (e.g., Java, Angular, Cloud technologies).
• Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies (SAFe is Good to have).

Preferred Qualifications/ Skills

• Experience managing distributed or multi-location teams.
• Background working in enterprise, SaaS, or large-scale applications.
• Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and conflict-resolution skills.
• Ability to balance technical depth with business priorities.
• Strong leadership presence and ability to influence without authority.

Why join Genpact?

• Lead AI-first transformation – Build and scale AI solutions that redefine industries
• Make an impact – Drive change for global enterprises and solve business challenges that matter
• Accelerate your career—Gain hands-on experience, world-class training, mentorship, and AI certifications to advance your skills
• Grow with the best – Learn from top engineers, data scientists, and AI experts in a dynamic, fast-moving workplace
• Committed to ethical AI – Work in an environment where governance, transparency, and security are at the core of everything we build
• Thrive in a values-driven culture – Our courage, curiosity, and incisiveness - built on a foundation of integrity and inclusion - allow your ideas to fuel progress

Come join the 140,000+ coders, tech shapers, and growth makers at Genpact and take your career in the only direction that matters: Up.
Let’s build tomorrow together.

Genpact is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, age, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, military/veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, physical or mental disability or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. Genpact is committed to creating a dynamic work environment that values respect and integrity, customer focus, and innovation.
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