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About Godrej Industries Group (GIG)
At the Godrej Industries Group, we are privileged to serve over 1.1 billion consumers globally through our businesses with market leadership positions in the consumer products, real estate, agriculture, financial services and chemicals industries.
www.godrejindustries.com
About Godrej Capital (GCL)
Godrej Capital is trusted lending partner advocating reliable, transparent, and fair lending practices backed by the legacy and trust of the Godrej Group spanning over 129 years.
www.godrejcapital.com
About The Role
Strategic Leadership & Innovation
- Drive end-to-end ownership of digital technology initiatives from conception to implementation
- Identify and evaluate emerging technologies and digital trends to drive innovation within the organization
- Develop and execute comprehensive digital transformation strategies aligned with business objectives
- Lead research and development of new digital solutions and platforms
Project Management & Execution
- Manage complex, multi-stakeholder technology projects with full accountability for delivery
- Define project scope, timelines, resource requirements, and success metrics
- Coordinate with cross-functional teams including product, engineering, design, and business stakeholders
- Ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and meet quality standards
Technical Leadership
- Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members and developers
- Architect scalable and robust digital solutions that meet current and future business needs
- Evaluate and recommend technology stack, tools, and platforms for various initiatives
- Ensure adherence to best practices in software development, security, and data management
Stakeholder Management
- Collaborate closely with senior leadership to align technology initiatives with business strategy
- Present project updates, technical recommendations, and strategic insights to executive stakeholders
- Partner with business units to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions
- Manage vendor relationships and external technology partnerships
Team Development & Culture
- Foster a culture of innovation, continuous learning, and technical excellence within the team
- Participate in hiring and building high-performing technology teams
- Establish processes and frameworks that enhance team productivity and project delivery
Required Qualifications
Education
- MBA from a recognized business school (required)
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or related technical field
Experience
- 8-12 years of progressive experience in digital technology, software development, or related fields
- Proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale technology projects
- Experience in digital transformation initiatives and emerging technology implementation
Technical Skills
- Strong understanding of modern software development methodologies (Agile, DevOps, etc.)
- Familiarity with AI/ML technologies, and digital platforms
- Understanding of API design, microservices architecture, and system integration
- Knowledge of cybersecurity principles and best practices
Preferred Qualifications
- Industry Experience: 3+ years of experience in the lending industry (banks, NBFCs, fintech lenders, or financial services)
- Lending Technology Knowledge: Understanding of lending lifecycle, credit assessment systems, loan origination systems (LOS), loan management systems (LMS), and regulatory compliance requirements
- Financial Technology Expertise: Experience with payment gateways, digital KYC, risk management systems, and banking APIs
- Salesforce Experience: Hands-on experience with Salesforce platform, including Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, and custom application development
- Experience with fintech-specific technologies and regulatory frameworks
- Track record of building and scaling technology teams in financial services
Work Experience
8–10 Years
Benefits
Be an equal parent
Childcare benefits for the birthing parent, commissioning parent (in case of surrogacy) or adoptive parent, and their partners
- 6 months of paid leave for primary caregivers, flexible work options on return for primary caregivers
- 2 months paid leave for secondary caregivers
- Caregiver travel for primary caregivers to bring a caregiver and children under a year old, on work travel
Coverage for childbirth and fertility treatment
No place for discrimination at Godrej
- Gender-neutral anti-harassment policy
- Same sex partner benefits at par with married spouses
- Coverage for gender reassignment surgery and hormone replacement therapy
- Community partnerships and advocacy
- Persons with Disability (PwD) care
We Are Selfish About Your Wellness
- Comprehensive health insurance plans, as well as accident coverage for you and your family, with top-up options
- Elder care for those who might need to extend support to senior family members
- Preventative healthcare support
- Outpatient Department (OPD) coverage, including vaccinations, dental, vision, etc.
- Uncapped sick leave
- Flexible work options, including remote working and part-time work
- Mental wellness and self-care programmes, resources and counselling
Celebrating wins, the Godrej Way
- Structured recognition platforms for individual, team and business-level achievements
- Digital and offline instant recognition platforms
An inclusive Godrej
Before you go, there is something important we want to highlight. There is no place for discrimination at Godrej. Diversity is the philosophy of who we are as a company. And has been for over a century. It's not just in our DNA and nice to do. Being more diverse - especially having our team members reflect the diversity of our businesses and communities - helps us innovate better and grow faster. We hope this resonates with you.
We take pride in being an equal opportunities employer. We recognise merit and encourage diversity. We do not tolerate any form of discrimination on the basis of nationality, race, colour, religion, caste, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, disability, age, or marital status and ensure equal opportunities for all our team members.
If this sounds like a role for you, apply now! We look forward to meeting you.
