Technical Lead (Java)
GFT · Hanoi, Vietnam · On site · September 17, 2026
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About GFT
GFT Technologies is an AI-centric global digital transformation company. We design advanced data and AI transformation solutions, modernize technology architectures and develop next-generation core systems for industry leaders in Banking, Insurance, Manufacturing and Robotics. Partnering closely with our clients, we push boundaries to unlock their full potential. With deep industry expertise, cutting-edge technology, and a strong partner ecosystem, GFT delivers responsible AI-centric solutions that combine engineering excellence, high-performance delivery and cost efficiency. Our team of 12,000+ technology experts operate in 20+ countries worldwide offering career opportunities at the forefront of software innovation.
We are looking for a seasoned engineering leader to support the modernization of a large-scale enterprise platform within a regulated financial services environment. The role will initially focus on engineering hygiene improvements, helping reduce technical complexity, improve maintainability, and establish stronger engineering practices. Beyond the initial stabilization and clean-up phase, the individual will play a key role in shaping the target architecture and guiding a phased modernization journey. This position requires a strong combination of technical leadership, architectural thinking, stakeholder management, and hands-on engineering experience
Key Responsibilities
Engineering Excellence & Platform Improvement
Lead engineering hygiene and code quality improvement initiatives
Assess and reduce technical debt across the application landscape
Define and implement improvements to:
Engineering standards and practices
Branching and version control strategy
Release management processes
Development lifecycle governance
Quality assurance and testing practices
Identify and prioritize quick wins that deliver immediate business and engineering value
Modernization Strategy & Architecture
Contribute to the definition of target architecture and modernization roadmap
Assess application landscape, dependencies, integrations, and business-critical workflows
Recommend modernization approaches and implementation sequencing
Balance technical improvements with business priorities and operational constraints
Support phased transformation planning and execution
Stakeholder Engagement & Advisory
Act as a trusted advisor to both technology and business stakeholders
Facilitate architecture reviews and decision-making sessions
Communicate technical findings in clear business language
Challenge assumptions and provide pragmatic recommendations
Build alignment across engineering, architecture, product, and business teams
Technical Leadership
Provide technical direction and governance to delivery teams
Mentor engineers and promote engineering best practices
Drive consistency, maintainability, and long-term sustainability
Ensure recommendations are actionable and aligned with strategic objectives
Required Experience
10+ years of software engineering experience
Proven track record leading modernization or transformation initiatives for large enterprise applications
Strong software architecture and solution design expertise
Experience improving engineering practices within complex environments
Demonstrated success reducing technical debt and improving platform maintainability
Bonus Experience
Experience working within banking, financial services, fintech, insurance, or other regulated industries
Technical Expertise
The ideal candidate should have strong experience across multiple areas of the modern enterprise application landscape:
Deep expertise in Java-based enterprise applications and distributed systems
Strong understanding of modern application architectures and integration patterns
Experience modernizing legacy platforms and reducing technical debt
Strong database and data modelling knowledge, ideally within Oracle environments
Experience with messaging and event-driven architectures
Familiarity with modern frontend frameworks and API-driven architectures
Good understanding of application security, authentication and identity management
Hands-on experience with Kubernetes, containerized platforms and cloud-native practices
Experience defining engineering standards, release strategies and development governance
Familiarity with AI-assisted software engineering tools and modern developer productivity practices is a strong advantage
Stakeholder & Leadership Skills
The successful candidate must be comfortable operating at both strategic and delivery levels. Key capabilities include:
Strong executive and stakeholder communication skills
Ability to influence technical and business decisions
Ability to translate technical complexity into business impact
Strong consulting mindset and problem-solving skills
Ability to drive consensus across multiple stakeholder groups
- Employer
- GFT
- Location
- Hanoi, Vietnam · On site