Accenture

Accenture

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Custom Software Engineering Lead

Posted Sep 21, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Software Engineering & IT Software Engineering
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Bengaluru
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
Minimum 18 year(s) of experience is required
Education
15 years full time education

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Role Summary

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The Custom Software Engineering Lead owns the technical direction and architecture of bespoke software projects, guiding multiple teams through software design and implementation. The role aligns technical strategies with business objectives while driving quality, innovation, scalability, performance, and efficient delivery.

What You'll Do

  • Set development standards and ensure code quality, scalability, and performance.
  • Guide multiple teams through the software design and implementation lifecycle.
  • Engage with multiple teams and make team decisions.
  • Provide solutions to problems across multiple teams and business areas.
  • Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software development processes and team productivity.
  • Mentor team members and collaborate with cross-functional teams to align technical strategies with organizational objectives.

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Qualifications

Proficiency in Generative AI; expertise in scalable and maintainable software architectures; experience leading software development teams and managing complex projects; ability to evaluate and implement emerging technologies; problem-solving skills focused on delivering business value; familiarity with code quality, performance optimization, and software security.

Required

  • Generative AI
  • Designing scalable and maintainable software architectures
  • Leading software development teams
  • Managing complex projects
  • Evaluating and implementing emerging technologies
  • Problem-solving skills focused on delivering business value
  • Code quality, performance optimization, and software security
  • Minimum 18 years of experience

Original job description

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Project Role : Custom Software Engineering Lead
Project Role Description : Own the technical direction and architecture of custom software solutions, leading teams through design and delivery. Set development standards and ensure code quality, scalability, and performance aligned to business objectives.
Must have skills : Generative AI
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 18 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Summary:
As a Custom Software Engineering Lead, a typical day involves overseeing the technical vision and architectural framework of bespoke software projects. This role requires guiding multiple teams through the entire lifecycle of software design and implementation, ensuring that development practices meet high standards. The position demands continuous collaboration with various stakeholders to align technical solutions with business goals, while fostering an environment that promotes innovation, quality, and efficient delivery. The lead also monitors project progress and addresses challenges to maintain seamless execution and successful outcomes.

Roles & Responsibilities:
- Expected to be a SME with deep knowledge and experience.
- Should have influencing and Advisory skills.
- Engage with multiple teams and responsible for team decisions.
- Expected to provide solutions to problems that apply across multiple teams, and provide solutions to business area problems.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance software development processes and team productivity.
- Mentor and support team members to develop their technical skills and professional growth.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment of technical strategies with organizational objectives.

Professional & Technical Skills:
- Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Generative AI.
- Strong expertise in designing scalable and maintainable software architectures.
- Experience in leading software development teams and managing complex projects.
- Ability to evaluate and implement emerging technologies to improve software solutions.
- Excellent problem-solving skills with a focus on delivering business value through technology.
- Familiarity with best practices in code quality, performance optimization, and software security.

Additional Information:
- The candidate should have minimum 18 years of experience in Generative AI.
- This position is based at our Bengaluru office.
- A 15 years full time education is required.

15 years full time education

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

Visit us at www.accenture.com 

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Accenture

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Accenture is a global professional services company that specializes in providing consulting, technology, and outsourcing services. With a diverse range of industries served, including financial services, healthcare, and telecommunications, Accenture leverages advanced technologies and data analytics to help organizations improve their performance and drive innovation. Committed to sustainable progress, the company emphasizes its dedication to inclusivity, digital transformation, and building a more sustainable future for its clients and communities. With a presence in over 120 countries, Accenture is known for its expertise in integrating cutting-edge solutions that address complex business challenges.