Posted Jul 8, 2026

Principal Consultant – FinTech Platform Delivery

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Intellibus Consulting is a boutique engineering and AI transformation firm that builds mission-critical platforms for global financial institutions. We are hands-on builders who operate at the intersection of engineering excellence, business outcomes, and executive-level delivery. Every leader at Intellibus is expected to stay close to the technology and the client. Job Description We are seeking a senior, hands-on Technical Delivery Lead to drive large-scale fintech and banking platform programs under aggressive timelines. This is a lead-from-the-front role, responsible not only for delivery governance but also for deep technical oversight across architecture, engineering, testing, release management, and production stability. You will work directly with C-level and VP-level client stakeholders, translate business goals into executable engineering plans, and ensure delivery across distributed teams meets enterprise standards for reliability, security, and performance. This is not a PMO or reporting-only role. You are expected to understand systems deeply, challenge designs, drive technical decisions, and own outcomes. End-to-End Delivery Leadership • Own delivery across multiple engineering squads for fintech/banking platforms. • Drive execution across architecture, development, testing, deployment, and production support. • Manage delivery under tight regulatory, security, and performance constraints. Stability & Production Excellence • Lead stability reviews and post-incident deep dives across: • Architecture • Code quality • CI/CD pipelines • Testing strategy • Infrastructure and networking • Monitoring and observability • Data pipelines and integrations • Partner with SRE, DevOps, and engineering leads to drive continuous reliability improvements. Technical Oversight • Review and influence: • System architecture and integration patterns • API strategies • Event-driven systems and batch processing flows • Data architecture and reconciliation strategies • Ensure engineering decisions align with scalability, security, and compliance needs. Client & Executive Engagement • Act as the primary delivery interface with senior client stakeholders. • Run executive reviews, roadmap discussions, and escalation management. • Translate business priorities into technical delivery plans and milestones. Consulting & Program Execution • Lead large fintech programs in consulting environments. • Navigate shifting priorities, scope changes, and regulatory pressures. • Maintain delivery velocity while protecting engineering quality. Decks, Documentation & Communication (Critical Requirement) • Own creation of high-quality client-facing decks and technical documents, including: • Architecture overviews • Delivery plans and timelines • Risk and mitigation strategies • Incident and stability reports • Convert client discussions into structured deliverables and execution plans. • Strong technical writing skills are mandatory. Required Qualifications • 15+ years in technology delivery, with at least 8–10 years leading enterprise programs. • Strong background in fintech, banking, capital markets, or trading platforms. • Prior experience in engineering consulting environments is required. • Proven track record in managing programs with tight regulatory and client deadlines. Technical Depth • Strong understanding of: • Distributed systems and microservices • APIs and event-driven architectures • Cloud platforms (AWS preferred) • CI/CD pipelines and release management • Data pipelines, batch processing, and reconciliation flows • Monitoring, alerting, and incident response • Able to challenge architects and engineers on design and implementation. Business & Leadership Skills • MBA or equivalent business leadership experience strongly preferred. • Executive-level communication and stakeholder management skills. • Comfortable owning escalations and defending technical delivery decisions. • Ability to balance strategic planning with hands-on execution. Presentation & Documentation (Must-Have) • Exceptional Google Slides / PowerPoint skills — not optional. • Proven ability to: • Gather requirements from clients • Translate them into structured technical and delivery artifacts • Present complex topics clearly to executive audiences Our Hiring Process • 15-minute introductory call with Intellibus leadership • Proctored GQ assessment + Slideware (presentation) evaluation • Technical & Delivery Leadership Interview (30–45 min) • Executive Interview • Offer If you are interested in reaching out to us, please apply, and our team will contact you within the hour. Apply Now Apply Now