Job Description: We are seeking a Platform Engineering Lead with deep expertise in on-premise platform engineering, Java-based technologies, and application performance optimization. You will lead the design, development, and stability of large-scale, business-critical systems for a global financial client. Key Responsibilities: Architect and lead enterprise-grade platform solutions with a focus on performance, scalability, and security Drive on-premise and hybrid cloud deployment strategies (Kubernetes/OpenShift) Collaborate with CTO, Product Managers, and cross-functional teams Lead and mentor engineering teams, ensuring high code and delivery standards Own performance tuning, troubleshooting, and system resilience initiatives Required Skills: 10 years in platform/app engineering; 7 years in solution/technical leadership Strong in Java, Spring Boot, MuleSoft, Kafka, Oracle (SQL/PLSQL) Hands-on experience with OpenShift/Kubernetes, and middleware platforms Proficient in APM tools like Splunk, Dynatrace, AppDynamics Exceptional communication skills – both technical and business-facing Prior experience in banking or financial services is highly preferred About Us: Ascendion is a global, leading provider of AI-first software engineering services, delivering transformative solutions across North America, APAC, and Europe. We are headquartered in New Jersey. We combine technology and talent to deliver tech debt relief, improve engineering productivity solutions, and accelerate time to value, driving our clients’ digital journeys with efficiency and velocity. Guided by our “Engineering to the power of AI” [EngineeringAI] methodology, we integrate AI into software engineering, enterprise operations, and talent orchestration, to address critical challenges of trust, speed, and capital. For more information, please go to www.ascendion.com .