Accenture

Accenture

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Custom Software Engineer

Posted Oct 1, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Software Engineering & IT Software Engineering
Salary
Not Disclosed
Location
Chennai
Employment
Full-time
Experience
minimum 15 years of experience in Workday US Absence Management.
Education
15 years full time education

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Role Summary

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The Custom Software Engineer designs, builds, and configures applications to meet business process and application requirements. The role involves working across teams to align software solutions with business objectives and address application needs.

What You'll Do

  • Design, build, and configure applications for business process and application requirements.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align software solutions with business objectives.
  • Contribute to key decisions and provide solutions to problems that apply across multiple teams.
  • Mentor and guide junior team members.

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Qualifications

Required: Proficiency in Workday US Absence Management; understanding of application design principles and software configuration; experience integrating business process requirements into technical solutions; ability to troubleshoot complex software issues; and familiarity with the software development lifecycle and best practices.

Required

  • Proficiency in Workday US Absence Management
  • Strong understanding of application design principles and software configuration techniques
  • Experience integrating business process requirements into technical solutions
  • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues
  • Familiarity with the software development lifecycle and best practices

Original job description

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Project Role : Custom Software Engineer
Project Role Description : Design, build and configure applications to meet business process and application requirements.
Must have skills : Workday US Absence Management
Good to have skills : NA
Minimum 15 year(s) of experience is required
Educational Qualification : 15 years full time education

Summary:
As a Custom Software Engineer, a typical day involves designing, building, and configuring applications tailored to fulfill specific business process and application needs. This role requires close collaboration with various stakeholders to ensure that the solutions developed align with organizational goals and operational requirements. The position demands a thoughtful approach to application development, focusing on creating efficient, scalable, and adaptable software that supports evolving business functions. Continuous engagement with project teams and iterative refinement of applications are key aspects of the daily workflow, ensuring that the end products effectively address the intended challenges and opportunities within the business environment.

Roles & Responsibilities:
- Expected to be a SME with deep knowledge and experience.
- Should have Influencing and Advisory skills.
- Responsible for team decisions.
- Engage with multiple teams and contribute on key decisions.
- Expected to provide solutions to problems that apply across multiple teams.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align software solutions with business objectives.
- Mentor and guide junior team members to foster professional growth and knowledge sharing.

Professional & Technical Skills:
- Must To Have Skills: Proficiency in Workday US Absence Management.
- Strong understanding of application design principles and software configuration techniques.
- Experience in integrating business process requirements into technical solutions.
- Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex software issues effectively.
- Familiarity with software development lifecycle and best practices.

Additional Information:
- The candidate should have minimum 15 years of experience in Workday US Absence Management.
- This position is based at our BDC11 - SEZ location.
- 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

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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.