Who are we? At Finastra, weโre a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping whatโs next for the industry. Our technology powers missionโcritical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the worldโs top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
What will you contribute?
We are seeking a motivated Senior AI Engineer to design, implement, and deploy cutting-edge AI solutions powered by large language models (LLMs).
- Develop key AI architecture patterns (RAG, text-to-sql, multi-agent, etc)
- Create end-to-end production grade AI agents and integrate them into applications
- Apply prompt engineering and context engineering techniques to optimize LLM performance
- Implement function calling and tool use patterns for agentic workflows
- Build and maintain AI workflows and pipelines using LangChain/LangGraph or equivalent
- Deploy and manage LLM solutions on Azure OpenAI, AWS Bedrock, or similar cloud platforms
- Implement observability and monitoring for AI systems to track performance, costs, and reliability
- Automate model deployment and orchestration using CI/CD pipelines
- Evaluate, benchmark, and document models
Required Skills & Experience
- Programming: Strong proficiency in Python for AI/ML development
- LLM Fundamentals: Understanding of large language models, their inner workings, capabilities, and limitations
- AI Engineering Techniques: Knowledge of prompt engineering, context engineering, AI agent patterns (RAG, text-to-sql, etx)
- AI Frameworks: Hands-on experience with at least one framework: LangChain, LangGraph, CrewAI, or similar
- Vector Databases: Familiarity with vector stores (Pinecone, Weaviate, ChromaDB, FAISS, etc.) for embeddings and retrieval
- Software Development: Understanding of Git workflows, version control with GitHub, and software development best practices
- Collaboration: Experience working in Agile/Scrum teams with sprint-based development
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to learn new technologies quickly
- Exposure to AI-assisted development tooling (e.g. GitHub CoPilot, Claude Code, Cursor, or equivalent)
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 stand for:
- Flexibility: Enjoy unlimited vacation, subject to local regulations and business priorities. Benefit from hybrid working arrangements and inclusive policies such as paid time off for voting, bereavement, and sick leave.
- Wellโbeing: Access confidential oneโtoโone support through our Employee Assistance Program, connect with our network of Wellbeing Champions and Gather Groups, and take part in monthly events and initiatives designed to help you thriveโinside and outside of work.
- Health & Financial Security: Medical, life and disability insurance, retirement plans, lifestyle, and other benefits.*
- Sustainability: Paid time off for volunteering and donationโmatching opportunities to support causes that matter to you.
- Inclusion: Get involved in our inclusion communities, such as Count Me In, Culture@Finastra, Proud@Finastra, Disabilities@Finastra, and Women@Finastraโopen to everyone who wants to participate and contribute.
- Career Development: Access online learning and accredited courses through our Skills & Career Navigator tool.
- Recognition: Take part in our global recognition program, Finastra Celebrates, and share your voice through regular employee surveys that help shape our culture and ways of working.
*Specific benefits may vary by location.
At Finastra, each individual is uniqueโbringing their own ideas, perspectives, cultural backgrounds, and experiences. We learn from one another, value what makes us different, and create an environment where everyone feels included, supported, and able to be their authentic selves. Be unique. Be exceptional. Help us make a difference at Finastra.
Applicants for this position need to be located in posted location or their immediate surrounding areas. Due to the requirements of this position, this job posting is not available for, and Finastra will not be considering any applicants who currently reside in New York City or California.
At Finastra, our team members are the driving force behind everything we do. Weโre building an environment where bold ideas thrive, careers flourish, and innovation is a shared journey. Whether you're a recent graduate ready to shape the future or a seasoned professional seeking your next challenge, youโll play a pivotal role in delivering software solutions that redefine whatโs possible in financial services. We believe growth is a shared commitment. Thatโs why we offer a rich ecosystem of learningโfrom hands-on training and mentorship to leadership development and industry certifications. Youโll have the freedom to explore new paths, deepen your expertise, and make your mark in a global fintech thatโs built for the future. Our career development isnโt just a programโitโs a promise. With access to cutting-edge tools, a culture of collaboration, and a community that champions your success, youโll be empowered to lead, challenge, and create meaningful change. Because when we grow together, we innovate togetherโand thatโs how we shape whatโs next in finance. We offer incredible career opportunities and your work in close collaboration with fantastic colleagues globally to develop and launch innovative software solutions for our customers. There is a huge range of engaging projects where you can get stuck-in and add value whilst taking advantage of our ongoing development opportunities to build and hone your skills in your chosen area. Our perks include paid holidays, flexible working hours, a pension plan, and comprehensive health initiatives. Join us to supercharge your career, collaborate with industry experts, and thrive in a nurturing environment that powers both your professional and personal growth With us, you can grow, innovate, and make a real impact. At Finastra, we are proud of the wide range of incentives and benefits we offer our employees globally, reflecting our core values: doing well by doing good, putting people first, and open opportunities. We go beyond statutory requirements to maximise our offerings, investing in flexible working policies, personal growth opportunities, and well-being programmes. Highlights include our Flexible Vacation Policy, inclusive people policies, hybrid working framework, and comprehensive well-being support through initiatives like the Employee Assistance Program, the wellbeing Champions and our monthly events and initiatives. Additionally, we emphasise sustainability through volunteering time off and donation matching, champion inclusion through multiple employee networks and cultural initiatives, and invest heavily in career and skills development. Recognition of our employees' efforts is integral, with our global recognition platform and regular employee feedback surveys shaping our inclusive and supportive workplace culture At Finastra, we are committed to creating a workplace where you feel valued and respected. We believe this environment drives innovation and we strive to build a team that reflects the varied backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences of our global ecosystem. This philosophy is at the heart of our culture and the way we work. The company privacy policy can be found here Finastra Privacy Policy