At Finastra, we’re a global leader in financial services software, dedicated to expanding access to financial services and shaping what’s next for the industry. Our technology powers mission‑critical solutions across Lending, Payments and Universal Banking, supporting over 7,000 customers, including 80% of the world’s top 50 banks, in more than 110 countries.
What will you contribute?
We are seeking a motivated Pod Lead to design, implement, and deploy cutting-edge AI solutions powered by large language models (LLMs) for Flow, Finastra’s Agentic AI platform. This role focuses on building MCP systems. You'll work with modern AI engineering tools and frameworks, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative AI applications that drive real business value.
Responsibilities & Deliverables
Build a discovery and configuration layer for available MCP servers that can be attached to agents
Own the end-to-end vision, delivery, and operation of MCP servers
Develop MCP servers on top of enterprise applications
Manage an agile team of engineers to build out the service
Partner closely with product, architecture, and application teams to enable seamless attachment of MCP servers through the MCP service
Ensure MCP servers meet all required security guidelines for external consumption
Required Skills & Experience : 8+Years
Programming: Strong proficiency in Python for AI/ML development
Exposure working with FastMCP or equivalent
Strong knowledge of LLMs, agentic systems, tooling/function patterns, and MCP servers
Hands-on background in API-driven platforms, integrations, and distributed systems
AI Engineering Techniques: Knowledge of prompt engineering, context engineering, RAG patterns, and LLM observability
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
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.
Well‑being: Access confidential one‑to‑one 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 thrive—inside 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 donation‑matching 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@Finastra—open 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 unique—bringing 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.
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